Commercial Fencing
Perimeter fencing for commercial properties,office buildings, retail, medical facilities, schools, and multi-tenant buildings. Built for durability, code compliance, and integration with gates and access control.
Commercial fencing sits between residential work and heavy industrial security. The materials overlap, but the expectations are different: longer service life, higher traffic, tighter coordination with building systems, and appearance standards that residential jobs rarely require. We handle the full scope,layout, permitting, installation, and gate integration,for properties where the fence needs to perform for decades, not just look good on move-in day.
What We Do
- Chain link with privacy slats, windscreen, or barbed wire
- Ornamental steel and aluminum
- Anti-climb and welded wire systems
- Parking lot and property line perimeters
- Dumpster enclosures and equipment screening
- Temporary construction fencing
Best Fit For
- Office parks and corporate campuses
- Retail centers and medical facilities
- Schools and educational institutions
- Multi-tenant and mixed-use buildings
- Self-storage facilities
How We Deliver
- Site survey with property line verification
- Scope development based on security, aesthetics, and budget
- Permit coordination
- Installation scheduled around business operations
- Walkthrough and punch list completion
Standards & Compliance
- Local building codes,height limits, setbacks, materials
- ADA accessibility at pedestrian gates
- Fire department access requirements
- ASTM F2200 for gates intended for automation
Scope and Boundaries
Commercial fencing covers office buildings, retail, medical, schools, storage facilities,properties where the fence defines the site, controls access, and needs to hold up under daily use. It doesn't include the high-security work you'd see at a data center or utility substation (that's industrial), and it's not residential-grade materials stretched across a larger property.
The difference matters because commercial jobs require heavier posts, deeper footings, and hardware rated for the traffic. A fence that works fine on a house will fail in two years at a busy retail center.
Materials
Most commercial fencing is chain link,galvanized or vinyl-coated, with options for privacy slats, windscreen, or barbed wire toppings. It's cost-effective, durable, and available in heights and gauges matched to the application. For properties where appearance matters more, ornamental steel or aluminum provides a cleaner look. Steel is stronger; aluminum won't rust but dents more easily.
Welded wire and anti-climb mesh fill the gap between standard chain link and ornamental,more secure than basic chain link, less expensive than steel pickets.
Longevity
A commercial fence should last 20 years minimum. The variables are material quality, post depth, footing size, and finish. Galvanized steel handles most environments; coastal or high-corrosion sites may need vinyl coating. Powder coating (AAMA 2604 or better) outlasts paint by years. Any steel in ground contact should be galvanized regardless of what's above grade.
Gates and hardware are where most problems show up first. Commercial-grade hinges, latches, and closers cost more upfront but avoid the callbacks.
Gates and Access Control
Most commercial properties need at least one vehicle gate and one or more pedestrian gates. If gates will be automated later, plan for it now,conduit runs, operator pads, and ASTM F2200-compliant gate construction are much easier during initial installation than as a retrofit.
Pedestrian gates often need card readers, keypads, or intercom systems. Plan the conduit and mounting during fence installation. Fire department access (Knox boxes, Opticom) and ADA compliance at pedestrian entrances are code requirements, not options.
Permitting and Coordination
Commercial fencing requires permits in most jurisdictions. Height limits, setbacks, and material restrictions vary,typically 6 to 8 feet maximum height, with tighter limits on front yards and corner lots for sight lines. Inspections may cover post holes, footings, and final installation depending on the jurisdiction.
For new construction, fence work usually happens after grading and utilities but before final landscaping. For existing properties, we schedule around tenants and business hours. Early coordination with GCs and property managers avoids the conflicts that delay projects.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How long does installation take?
- A straightforward perimeter fence for a small commercial property typically takes one to two weeks after permits are issued. Larger projects, difficult sites, or jobs with extensive concrete work take longer. We provide specific timelines during quoting.
- Can existing fencing be extended or modified?
- Usually, yes. Matching old materials can be difficult if the fence is dated or the manufacturer has changed products, but we assess options during the site survey.
Related Services
High-security perimeter systems for industrial facilities, warehouses, and critical infrastructure.
Architectural-grade ornamental fencing combining aesthetics with security for commercial properties, residential estates, pool enclosures, and public spaces.
Chain link fencing for commercial, industrial, and municipal properties. Galvanized or coated fabric, privacy options, security toppings, and integration with gates and access control.
Code compliance and permitting information.
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