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A black vinyl-coated chain link fence around a backyard lawn, with a matching walk gate.
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Chain Link Fence Installation in Portland, OR & the Metro Area

  • Galvanized or black-coated
  • Dog runs and full yards
  • Posts set for Oregon rain
Free
Written estimates
5 years
Workmanship warranty
4.9
Rating from 200+ reviews
Licensed
Bonded & insured

What Our Customers Say

Black chain link for the dogs, done in one day. The gate closes on its own and the dogs haven't escaped once.
Sam W.
Dog run fence
The black steel fence and arched gate make our whole front yard look finished. Solid work.
Patricia N.
Ornamental steel fence
They explained the corner-lot height rules before we asked and designed around them. Very professional.
Rosa M.
Corner lot fence

Is Chain Link the Right Fit?

When chain link makes the most sense

A large yard or lot to enclose
A secure dog run or kennel
Keeping kids and pets in without blocking the view
A side yard or back lot line nobody sees
An old chain link fence with a bent rail or sagging mesh
You want something that won't rot

Chain Link Built for Portland Yards

Galvanized and black vinyl-coated chain link for yards, dog runs and big lots — and repairs to the one you have — across Portland, Gresham, Troutdale, and surrounding communities.

Chain link is the practical workhorse of fencing. Steel posts don't rot, the open mesh doesn't catch wind the way a solid fence does, and it encloses a lot of ground for the material. That makes a chain link fence a good fit for big yards, dog runs, garden enclosures and lot lines where privacy isn't the goal.

There are two common finishes. Galvanized chain link has the familiar silver look. Black vinyl-coated chain link has a coating over the galvanized wire and black posts and rails; it blends into landscaping and looks much more finished. Both hold up well in a wet climate when the posts are set properly and the coating isn't damaged.

If you want more privacy, slats can be woven through the mesh. For dogs that dig, a bottom tension wire and a mesh that sits close to the ground help, and we can add a buried barrier where needed. Repairs are common too: bent top rails from falling limbs, mesh pulled loose from posts, sagging between posts and gates that drag can usually be fixed without replacing the run.

Galvanized vs Black Vinyl-Coated

Galvanized

Look
Classic silver steel
Best for
Back lot lines, dog runs, utility areas
Finish
Zinc coating protects against rust

Black Vinyl-Coated

Look
Black mesh and posts that fade into plants
Best for
Front and back yards where looks matter
Finish
Vinyl coat over galvanized wire

How It Works

1

Walk the line

Layout, height, gates and finish talked through

2

Written estimate

Mesh, posts, gates and extras in writing first

3

Locate and set posts

Utilities marked; terminal and line posts set

4

Rails and mesh

Top rail on, mesh stretched tight and tied off

5

Gates and clean-up

Gates hung and latched; site cleaned

What Affects the Cost of a Chain Link Fence

These are the choices and site conditions that change the price.

  • Height and length

    Taller mesh and longer runs need more material.

  • Finish

    Black vinyl-coated costs more than galvanized.

  • Wire gauge

    Heavier wire is stronger and costs more.

  • Gates

    Walk gates and wide drive gates each add posts and hardware.

  • Extras

    Privacy slats, bottom tension wire and dig barriers add cost.

  • Repair vs new

    Fixing a rail or re-stretching mesh is far smaller than a new run.

Every job starts with a free written estimate, before any work begins.

Why Portland Homeowners Call Us

Written estimate before any work begins

Finish, height and gates spelled out first

5-year workmanship warranty

Covers the fence we build

Licensed, bonded & insured

Protection for you and your property

4.9 rating from 200+ reviews

From homeowners across the metro

Licensed, bonded & insured

Chain Link Fence Questions

Can I add privacy to a chain link fence?
Yes. Privacy slats weave through the mesh and block most of the view. They do add wind load, so we check that the posts can handle it.
Is black chain link worth it?
For most front and back yards, yes. The black coating blends into plants and looks more finished, and it adds a layer of protection over the galvanized wire.
Can you fix a bent top rail?
Usually. A bent section of top rail can be cut out and replaced, and loose mesh re-tied, without replacing the whole run.
How do I keep my dog from digging under?
A bottom tension wire and mesh set close to the ground help. For determined diggers, we can add a buried barrier along the line.
Will chain link rust in Portland's rain?
Galvanized and vinyl-coated chain link are made for outdoor use. Damage to the coating, like a scrape from a limb, is where rust usually starts.

Get a Free Estimate for a Chain Link Fence

Written estimate before any work begins.