Do-It-Yourself Fence

Build it yourself with the same contractor-grade materials and know-how our crews use.

Pro materials, pro know-how, your project

Plenty of homeowners build their own fence. We help you do it right: the same contractor-grade materials our crews install, plus the permit and planning information that keeps your project on track.

Start with your permit, plan your layout, then get your materials. If the job turns out bigger than expected, we can take it from there.

  • Permits made simple: fees, inspections and forms for 128 Metro Detroit communities in our fence permit guide.
  • Local rules: find your community’s fence ordinance in Ordinances & Permits.
  • Contractor-grade materials: Master Halco, Rafab, Elite Fence Products and D&D Technologies.
  • Warranties: materials keep their manufacturer warranty; our installation warranty covers fences we install.
Cedar dog-ear wood fence in a Michigan backyard

Three Steps to Your Fence

Get the permit, plan the fence, then get the materials.

Step 1

Get your permit

How to apply, plot plans, property lines and MISS DIG 811, with details for your community. Fence permit guide

Step 2

Plan your fence

Measuring, layout, post spacing, gates and installation guides for chain-link, aluminum, wood and PVC. DIY Resource Center

Step 3

Get your materials

Residential, commercial and industrial fence materials, gates and hardware. Shop fence materials

Built With Trusted Manufacturers

The same materials our installation crews use, from manufacturers that stand behind their products.

Master Halco

Chain-link, wood and ornamental systems from North America’s leading fencing manufacturer and distributor.

Shop Master Halco materials

Rafab Incorporated

Premium vinyl fence from a Romulus, Michigan manufacturer, with aluminum-reinforced gates.

Shop Rafab Incorporated materials

Elite Fence Products

Michigan-made aluminum fence and gates with a limited lifetime warranty.

Shop Elite Fence Products materials

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How It Works

  1. Check the rules

    Find your community in Ordinances & Permits and apply for your permit with a plot plan.

  2. Call MISS DIG 811

    File a locate request at least three business days before you dig. Private lines are not marked.

  3. Build it right

    Follow the manufacturer’s instructions. Manufacturer warranties depend on proper installation.

  4. Pass inspection

    Many communities inspect post holes and the finished fence. Keep your permit on site.

Rather have it installed?

Every US FENCE PRO installation comes with a one-year installation warranty from United Warranty Company.

Our Trusted Vendors

Using trusted materials from vendors with superior manufacturing processes and strong product warranties is a smart approach for any fencing project, regardless of location.