Fence Installation in La Grange
La Grange is a village that takes its outdoor life seriously. This is, after all, the town that has thrown a Pet Parade through downtown every spring since 1947, tens of thousands of people and their dogs marching up La Grange Road like it's the most natural thing in the world. Around here, backyards are for kids, pets, gardens, and get-togethers, and the fence around that yard has a real job to do.
First Fence Company has been that fence company for Chicagoland families since 1989. From our shop in nearby Hillside, our fence installers and fence builders handle fence installation, fence replacement, and fence repair throughout La Grange, IL. It is just a quick trip down Ogden Avenue or the Tri-State from our door to yours. Whether you need a residential fence contractor to close off the yard, or a commercial fence company with real project experience, we'd love to earn your call.
Photo Gallery
Browse our fence gallery to see recent wood, vinyl, aluminum, and commercial fence projects. Great for design ideas before your free estimate.
See a style you like? Let's bring it to your yard.
A Fencing Company That Belongs on a La Grange Street
Franklin Cossitt laid out La Grange in 1879 with wide, tree-lined streets and well-built homes, and the village has protected that character ever since. The La Grange Historic District alone holds more than 1,000 architecturally significant houses, including work by Frank Lloyd Wright. A fence in front of a home like that can't look like it came off a shelf.
That's where our approach is different. With more than 100 fence styles and true custom design capability, we build fences that feel like they were always part of the property, such as a cedar picket that suits a Queen Anne on the north side, a clean horizontal design for a renovated home near Lyons Township High School, or an iron-look fence that echoes original 1900s metalwork. Before we recommend anything, we take the time to understand your home, your block, and how you use your yard.
Residential Fences for La Grange Homes
As a full-service residential fence contractor, we design, supply, and install every fence type a La Grange homeowner is likely to need.
Wood Fences
Our wood fence installers in La Grange, IL work exclusively in Western Red Cedar. Cedar is naturally resistant to rot and insects, holds stain beautifully, and simply looks right on La Grange's older streets. From full privacy styles to classic pickets, a Western Red Cedar wood fence is the warmest way to frame a yard.
Vinyl (PVC) Fences
If you want a fence that doesn't require much upkeep, vinyl fencing is a great option. As a trusted vinyl fence company serving La Grange, IL, we install PVC privacy and picket styles that never need painting, staining, or sealing as a quick rinse keeps them looking new. Vinyl privacy fencing is also the go-to for homeowners on tighter lots who want a comfortable patio without the neighbors' sightlines. If you've been comparing vinyl fence companies, ask us to walk you through the quality differences between panels.
Chain Link Fences
Honest, durable, and budget-friendly, chain link remains the practical workhorse. Our chain link fence contractors in La Grange, IL install galvanized and color-coated chain link that disappears into landscaping far better than the bare silver fences of decades past. It's a smart choice for closing off the yard for a dog, securing a side yard, or fencing a rental property without over-improving it.
Aluminum Fencing
Aluminum fencing gives you the elegance of wrought iron at a friendlier price, with a powder-coated finish that resists scratching and never rusts. It's a favorite around pools and front yards where you want definition without blocking the view, and for dog owners, we can build it with closer picket spacing ("puppy pickets") so small dogs stay safely inside. We'll help you choose from a wide range of styles, heights, and gate options.
Composite Fences
Composite fencing blends wood fibers and polymers into boards with the substance of wood and the low upkeep of vinyl. It won't rot, splinter, or need staining, and its rich, modern board look sets a home apart, making it a strong choice for renovated properties where the fence is part of the design statement.
Ornamental Steel Fences
When strength and presence both matter, ornamental steel delivers. It's a step up in rigidity from aluminum and brings a stately, traditional profile that suits La Grange's historic architecture and larger corner properties.
Iron Fences
For true period authenticity, our custom gates and railings iron work is hard to beat. Iron fencing pairs naturally with the village's turn-of-the-century homes and can be fabricated to match existing details on your property. If you've been searching for a wrought iron fence in La Grange, IL, this is the craftsmanship you're picturing.
Custom-Designed Fences
Have something specific in mind such as a mixed-material design, an arched gate, or a fence that steps gracefully down a sloped lot? Our fence building company designs and builds one-of-a-kind fences from scratch. Bring us a photo, a sketch, or just an idea to get started.
Gate Installation in La Grange, IL
Every fence is only as good as its gate. We build and hang single walk gates, wide double-drive gates for trailers and lawn equipment, and self-closing, self-latching gates for pool enclosures and homes with young children. If your current gate sags, drags, or won't latch, we repair those too. Often the smallest fix makes the biggest daily difference.
Fences for Kids, Dogs and Pools
In a family town like La Grange, most fence calls start with a change at home such as a toddler who just learned to run, a new puppy, or a pool going in before summer.
- For parents, we focus on the details that matter: picket spacing too narrow to squeeze through, climb-resistant designs, and gates that close and latch on their own.
- For dog owners, we match the fence to the dog. Tall solid cedar or vinyl for jumpers and fence-line barkers, and aluminum with puppy pickets for the little ones. Your Pet Parade star deserves a yard worthy of the float.
- For pool owners, we install pool fence enclosures in La Grange, IL designed around safety requirements such as proper height, non-climbable designs, and self-closing and self-latching gates, and we're happy to coordinate with your pool contractor so fencing never holds up your inspection. Many pool owners also ask us for privacy: a solid vinyl or cedar section along the patio lets you enjoy the water without an audience.
Commercial Fence Installation in La Grange, IL
From the storefronts and restaurants of downtown La Grange to the businesses along Ogden Avenue, 47th Street, and East Avenue, we're the commercial fence company local property owners rely on for durable, code-compliant work.
Industrial & Recreational Fencing
Heavy-gauge commercial chain link, ornamental steel perimeters, backstops and enclosures for parks, schools, and athletic facilities, built to endure daily use and Midwest weather. We also construct dumpster enclosures and privacy screening that keep service areas tidy and compliant.
Access Control & Automated Gates
Control who comes and goes with automated sliding and swing gates, keypads, and access systems that integrate with your security setup, a smart investment for lots, storage areas, and multifamily properties near the Metra corridor.
Commercial & Specialty Fence Repairs
A delivery truck clipped your fence line? A windstorm flattened a run of chain link? Our commercial repair crews respond quickly, assess honestly, and fix what can be fixed rather than pushing full replacement. We schedule around your business hours to keep operations moving.
Pergolas, Trellises & Custom Woodworking
Beyond fences, our carpenters build pergolas, trellis walls, arbors, and custom wood structures that turn a patio or courtyard into a destination for homes and businesses that want an inviting outdoor space.
Fence Permits in La Grange: Don't Skip This Step
The Village of La Grange requires a permit before a fence is installed or replaced, and the village's rules on fences live in Article IX of the La Grange Zoning Code, covering where a fence may be placed on your lot, how tall it can be, and how open the design must be in front and corner side yards. Corner lots near intersections also carry sight-line restrictions, something we've solved many times within code.
Here's the part too many homeowners learn the hard way: work done without a permit in La Grange is assessed a double permit fee. A bargain contractor who "doesn't bother with permits" isn't saving you money.
First Fence starts every La Grange project with your plat of survey, confirms the requirements for your specific lot and zoning district, helps you prepare the permit application and drawings, to be submitted to the Village Community Development Department at Village Hall (53 S. La Grange Road). You get a fence that passes inspection the first time.
Fence Repair & Replacement in La Grange, IL
Older neighborhoods mean older fences. If your cedar fence is leaning after a wind storm, a post has rotted at the ground, or a gate has given up, call us for an honest assessment. When a repair will genuinely last, we'll tell you. Replacing a post, straightening a run, or swapping a damaged section costs far less than a new fence. And when the structure is truly at the end of its life, we'll show you exactly why and walk you through fence replacement options that fit your budget.
Why La Grange Chooses First Fence Company
- Since 1989 — more than 35 years of Chicagoland fence experience, grown mostly through word-of-mouth referrals and repeat customers
- Minutes away — based in Hillside, so estimates, installs, and service calls in La Grange are quick to schedule
- 100+ styles and full custom design for homes where the fence must look right
- Permits handled — plat of survey review, applications, drawings, and inspections
- Honest recommendations — repair when repair makes sense, replacement when it doesn't
- Craftsman-quality materials only, from Western Red Cedar to powder-coated aluminum
Get Your Free Fence Estimate in La Grange, IL
Ready to close off the yard, upgrade your curb appeal, or secure your commercial property? Talk to the fence builders your neighbors already trust. Call First Fence Company at 708.547.7555 or request your free fence quote online today. We'll visit your La Grange property, listen to what you need, and design a fence you'll love for decades.
Fencing Services in La Grange, IL FAQs
Do I need a permit to install a fence in La Grange, IL?
Yes. The Village of La Grange requires a permit before installing or replacing a fence, and work performed without a permit is assessed a double permit fee. First Fence Company helps you prepare to submit the permit application, drawings, and plat of survey as part of every La Grange project.
What kind of fence is best for my dog?
It depends on your dog. Jumpers and reactive dogs usually do best behind a solid 6-foot cedar or vinyl privacy fence, and small breeds are safest behind aluminum fencing with closer "puppy picket" spacing. We'll design around your dog's size and habits.
Can you match a new fence to my historic La Grange home?
Yes. With more than 100 styles plus full custom design and iron fabrication, we regularly build fences that complement Queen Anne, Victorian, Colonial Revival and Prairie-style homes in the La Grange Historic District, including matching existing railings, gates, and metalwork details.
How long does fence installation take?
Most onsite residential fence installations in La Grange are completed in one to three days once the permit is approved and materials arrive. We'll give you a clear timeline with your estimate and keep you informed at every step, you'll never wonder what happens next.
Areas We Serve Near La Grange, IL
First Fence Company also serves nearby Cook and DuPage County communities, such as:
Village of La Grange Hall
53 South La Grange Road • La Grange, IL 60525
Phone: 708-579-2300
Website: Village of La Grange Building Permits
Last updated: August 6, 2026
Materials We Trust
Modern composite fencing that is durable, pest resistant, waterproof, and highly customizable.
We rely on the most trusted name in architectural metal fencing.
Bufftech vinyl fence is made with carefully selected ingredients designed to increase durability and long-term performance.
Long-lasting PVC and vinyl fences in an array of elegant styles.
D&D sets the standard for secure, easy-to-use fence hardware.
Economy Iron designs, and builds ornamental iron to last a lifetime.
Our metals and coatings are chosen first for their endurance.
Our high-performance EverGuard® vinyl fence systems are recognized for their long-lasting durability and beautiful design.
Premium materials for industrial, commercial, and high-security installations.
Enjoy the look of wrought iron fencing without the cost or upkeep.
Manufacturing your vinyl fence materials since 2004.
For lightweight aluminum fencing with the look of iron, choose Ultra.
Our easy-to-build railing kits provide safety and high quality at a more reasonable price.
