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Fence Company in Naperville, IL
First Fence Company is a residential and commercial fence contractor based in Hillside, IL, serving Naperville since 1989 with fence installation, repair, and gate services.
Naperville is one of the largest cities in Illinois, spread across DuPage and Will counties, with everything from established homes near the Riverwalk to newer subdivisions on the city's growing edges. That range is exactly why a fence here is rarely one-size-fits-all. A backyard on a large, curving lot near the DuPage River asks for something different than a corner lot in a tightly platted neighborhood or a storefront along the I-88 corridor.
First Fence Company has been designing and installing residential, commercial and specialty fences throughout Chicagoland since 1989. We're family-owned, and most of our work still comes from word-of-mouth and repeat customers, which tells you how we like to do business. When you reach out for fence installation in Naperville, IL, you're working with a team that takes the time to understand your property, your goals, and your budget before recommending anything.
With more than 100 styles to choose from, we'll help you find the right fit whether you're closing off the yard for kids and dogs, adding privacy around a patio, meeting a pool inspection deadline or securing a commercial site.
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Why Naperville Homeowners Choose First Fence Company
- A local track record since 1989: As a Hillside-based, family-owned fence contractor, we've built fences across Naperville and the surrounding suburbs for decades.
- We know the Naperville rulebook: From the city's height limits to its unusual electric-utility clearance requirements, we design fences that are built to pass, not to be redone.
- More than 100 styles: From custom cedar to clean vinyl to ornamental steel, we carry the range to match your home rather than force your home to match a catalog.
- Straightforward service: Clear communication, craftsman-quality installation and honest recommendations, including telling you when a repair makes more sense than a full replacement.
Residential Fences in Naperville, IL
Whether you're a new homeowner defining your property for the first time or a longtime resident replacing an aging fence, here's a look at the residential fencing we install in Naperville, IL.
Wooden Fences
A wood fence brings natural warmth and privacy that's hard to beat, and it's a classic choice for Naperville backyards. We build our wood fences from Western Red Cedar, a species prized for its stability, its natural resistance to moisture and insects, and the way it weathers gracefully over the years.
Vinyl (PVC) Fences
Vinyl is a low maintenance fencing option that won't need painting or staining. It wipes clean with a hose and it holds its look through Chicagoland winters and summers. Our vinyl fences come in privacy, semi-privacy and picket styles, so you can get the low-maintenance benefit without giving up curb appeal. If you've been searching for vinyl fence installation in Naperville, IL, this is a popular choice for busy families and anyone who'd rather spend weekends enjoying the yard than maintaining it.
Composite Fences
Composite fencing combines the substance of wood with the low upkeep of vinyl. It's durable, pest-resistant, waterproof and highly customizable, a strong option for homeowners who want a solid, modern-looking privacy fence that asks very little of them over time.
Aluminum Fences
Aluminum fencing gives you the elegant, open look of iron at a more approachable price, with almost no maintenance. Powder-coated for a durable finish, it's a favorite for front yards, garden areas and pool enclosures where you want to define space without blocking the view. Styles range from flat-top to spear-top and beyond, so it's easy to match the character of your home.
Chain Link Fences
When you want a practical, cost-effective way of enclosing the yard, chain link is dependable and low-maintenance. It's a common choice for securely closing off the yard for dogs and children, marking boundaries, or fencing a larger area without a large budget. We can add privacy slats or upgrade the gate hardware if you want a little more separation.
Ornamental Steel Fences
For homeowners who want maximum strength with a refined, decorative profile, ornamental steel delivers. It's an especially good match for Naperville's upscale and custom homes, where the fence is part of the exterior design rather than an afterthought.
Iron Fences
A wrought iron fence in Naperville, IL offers timeless elegance and real presence. Built to last a lifetime, iron is the choice when you want a fence that reads as an architectural feature, a natural fit for estate properties and homes with traditional character.
Custom-Designed Fences
Not every property fits a standard line. Our team can design a custom fence, or blend materials and styles, to match your architecture, work with a sloped or irregular lot, or complement landscaping you've already invested in.
Gate Installation
Every good fence needs a functional gate. We handle gate installation across all our fence types, using quality D&D hardware for gates that latch securely and hold up to daily use, including self-closing, self-latching options where safety matters most.
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.
Commercial Fence Installation in Naperville, IL
Naperville's business landscape runs from the downtown shopping district to the corporate and light-industrial properties along the I-88 corridor, and each has its own fencing needs. First Fence handles commercial fence installation in Naperville, IL for property managers, business owners, HOAs and facility managers who need durable, professional results with minimal disruption.
Commercial Chain Link & Perimeter Fencing
A workhorse for securing parking areas, outdoor storage, equipment yards and property perimeters. Strong, economical, and available in taller heights with privacy slats or barbed accessories where site security calls for it.
Ornamental Steel & Security Fencing
When appearance matters alongside protection for environments like office campuses, retail sites and multifamily communities, architectural steel provides a polished, high-strength barrier that deters unauthorized access without looking industrial.
Industrial & Recreational Fencing
From warehouse sites to ball fields, tennis courts, and parks, we install fencing engineered for demanding, high-traffic environments.
Dumpster & Equipment Enclosures
Tidy, code-conscious enclosures that screen dumpsters, mechanical equipment and storage areas while standing up to heavy use.
For larger commercial projects, we can plan the work in phases to keep your operations running, and we're happy to provide detailed proposals for boards and ownership groups.
Specialty Fences & Access Control
Some properties need more than a standard fence line. Our specialty work includes:
- Access control & automated gates: Controlled entry for commercial sites, gated drives and high-security areas.
- Pool fencing: Attractive, code-conscious enclosures that keep pool areas secure.
- Trellises, pergolas & custom woodworking: Decorative structures that extend your outdoor living space.
- Specialty repairs: For existing commercial and specialty installations.
Fence Repair & Replacement in Naperville, IL
Not every project starts from scratch. If a storm rolled through and left a section leaning, a post has rotted at the base, or a gate no longer latches, we can help. First Fence offers fence repair in Naperville, IL from replacing a few boards or a bent post to swapping out full sections, and we'll give you an honest read on whether a repair or a full fence replacement is the better value. Wind and storm damage are among the most common reasons Naperville homeowners call us, and we can often restore both the security and the look of your fence without replacing the whole run.
Pool Fence Installation in Naperville, IL
If you're installing or updating a pool, the fence is part of the safety picture and part of the approval process. In Naperville, pool barriers must meet the requirements tied to your swimming pool permit as well as the city's zoning rules, so the fence, gate hardware, and latching all need to line up with what the inspector is looking for. We install aluminum, ornamental steel, and other pool-code-conscious enclosures with self-closing, self-latching gates, and we'll coordinate around your inspection timeline.
Because the pool barrier is reviewed as part of the swimming pool permit rather than as a separate fence permit, it helps to have a contractor who understands how the two fit together. If you're searching for pool fence installation in Naperville, IL with a deadline in sight, let's talk early so timing works in your favor.
Fence Building Permits & Rules in Naperville, IL
Naperville has its own development requirements for fences, and a few of them surprise people, especially because the city runs its own municipal electric utility, which adds rules you won't find in many neighboring suburbs. Here's a plain-language overview of what typically applies to residential fences:
- Height: Fences generally may not exceed 6 feet. Along major arterial roadways, fences may be built up to 9 feet.
- Finished side out: The finished (smooth) side of the fence must face away from your lot, toward your neighbors and the street.
- Front-yard placement: A fence over 3 feet tall can't extend closer to the front lot line than the front face of your house.
- Corner and double-fronting lots: Fences along corner side-yard lot lines must be set back accordingly, and lots with streets on two sides need a gate for right-of-way access, which the property owner maintains.
- Electric-utility clearances: Because Naperville operates its own electric utility, fences near a transformer or pedestal must keep specific clearances (generally several feet, with a removable section or gate where a transformer's access side faces the fence).
- Plat of survey: You'll need a copy of your plat of survey with the fence drawn on it.
- Call JULIE before digging: Always call 8-1-1 at least 48 hours before any digging begins.
- Stormwater: Fences can't interfere with stormwater management on the lot.
Naperville accepts fence permit applications through its online Civic Access portal. First Fence can help you prepare your permit application by preparing the drawings, plat of survey, and material details the city needs. However, you must submit the application yourself to obtain the permit.
If your neighborhood has an HOA or subdivision covenants, they may add their own rules on top of the city's, so it's worth checking before you finalize a design. We're glad to design your fence with all of it in mind.
Get a Free Fence Installation Estimate in Naperville, IL
Ready to close off the yard, upgrade your curb appeal or secure your business? First Fence Company is here to help you find the right fence and get it built right. As a family-owned fence company serving Naperville, IL since 1989, we bring decades of local experience to every project, residential, commercial and specialty alike.
Call 708-547-7555 or request your free fence quote online to get started.
Fencing Services in Naperville, IL FAQs
Do I need a permit to install a fence in Naperville, IL?
Most fence projects in Naperville require a permit, which homeowners apply for through the city's online Civic Access portal. First Fence can help you prepare the application, including the drawings, plat of survey and material details the city asks for, but the property owner submits it and obtains the permit. We'll make sure your fence is designed to meet the city's requirements.
How tall can my fence be in Naperville?
Residential fences generally may not exceed 6 feet in height. Along major arterial roadways, the city allows fences up to 9 feet. A fence over 3 feet tall also can't extend closer to the front lot line than the front face of your house.
Which way does the finished side of the fence have to face?
In Naperville, the finished (smooth) side of the fence must face away from your property toward the neighbors and the street.
Do you install wood fences, and what wood do you use?
Yes. We build our wood fences from Western Red Cedar, chosen for its natural durability, moisture and insect resistance, and the way it ages. If you've been reading about pressure-treated pine, we're happy to walk you through how cedar compares for our climate.
Can you install a pool fence that meets Naperville's requirements?
Yes. Pool barriers in Naperville are reviewed as part of your swimming pool permit along with the city's zoning rules, so the fence, gate and latching hardware all need to align with what the inspector requires. We install aluminum, ornamental steel and other pool-code-conscious enclosures with self-closing, self-latching gates, and we coordinate around your inspection timeline.
Do you repair fences, or only install new ones?
We do both. From storm and wind damage to leaning sections, rotted posts and gates that won't latch, we handle fence repair throughout Naperville, and we'll tell you honestly when a repair makes more sense than a full replacement.
Do you handle commercial fencing in Naperville?
Absolutely. We install commercial chain link, ornamental steel, security fencing, access control, automated gates and dumpster enclosures for businesses, property managers, and HOAs, and we can phase larger projects to minimize disruption.
How do I get an estimate?
Call us at 708-547-7555 or request a free estimate online. We'll learn about your property and goals, then recommend the right fence for your needs and budget.
Areas We Serve Near Naperville, IL
First Fence Company also serves nearby Cook and DuPage County communities, such as:
Naperville City Hall
400 S Eagle St • Naperville, IL 60540
Phone: 630-420-6111
Website: City of Naperville Building Permits
Last updated: August 27, 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.