Project Overview

This cedar fence project in Southlake, TX combined 89 linear feet of 6-foot side-by-side fencing with a separate
19-foot section built at 4 feet tall specifically to screen an outdoor AC unit from view. Both sections were finished
with matching cap and trim detailing, so the shorter screening portion reads as an intentional design feature rather
than a mismatched patch. The scope began with full removal and disposal of the existing fence, followed by the
installation of heavy-gauge metal posts set 24 to 30 inches deep in concrete.
A new gate was also included, giving the homeowner convenient access along the fence line. Every job also
includes free haul-away of trash and job-site debris, so the property was left clean and finished with nothing left to
manage on the homeowner's end.

Materials and Construction Process Behind This Cedar Fence

This project used 1x6, 6-foot cedar pickets in a side-by-side pattern, finished with 2x6 cedar caps and 1x4 cedar
trim for a polished look across both the main fence line and the AC screening section. The fence is supported by
2x4 pressure-treated rails and a 2x6 pressure-treated baseboard, with each post a 13-gauge metal post set in
concrete and finished with galvanized metal caps and Simpson brackets for added strength. The new gate was
built with a matching wood frame, a 3 to 4-foot width, and new hardware for smooth, reliable operation.
The entire fence, including the AC screening section, received a solid paint stain finish, giving the whole project a
clean, uniform, opaque color rather than a natural wood-tone stain. This approach is a popular choice for
homeowners who want a crisp, consistent look across their entire fence line.

Why Southlake, TX Homeowners Choose A&O Texas Solutions for New Fence Installation

Southlake homeowners often look for fencing solutions that combine curb appeal with practical function — and
hiding utility equipment like AC units, pool equipment, or trash bins behind a matching fence section is a common
request. A new cedar fence built with concrete-set metal posts, matching cap and trim detailing, and a solid paint
finish delivers both the privacy and the polished look homeowners are looking for.
Homeowners across Southlake and the surrounding DFW communities choose a cedar fence project like this one
when they want to:
• Replace an old, worn, or failing fence with a durable new structure
• Screen an AC unit, utility equipment, or trash bins behind a matching fence section
• Achieve a clean, uniform look with a solid paint stain finish
• Add a new gate for convenient, secure access
• Get long-term stability from concrete-set metal posts instead of wood posts alone
Because cedar is a natural material, careful attention to matching cap, trim, and paint finish across sections of
different heights helps a fence like this one read as a single, cohesive design rather than a patchwork of separate
pieces.

Project Results and Highlights

By the end of this project, the homeowner in Southlake, TX had a brand-new 89-foot, 6-foot-tall cedar fence with
matching cap and trim detailing, a dedicated 19-foot AC unit screening section, and a new gate, all finished in a
clean solid paint stain and backed by A&O Texas Solutions' 2-year labor warranty. Free debris haul-away was
included, leaving the property clean and the fence ready to enjoy.
This project is a great example of how a cedar fence installation can solve both privacy and practical screening
needs in a single, cohesive design.

Request Your Free Cedar Fence Installation Estimate in Southlake, TX

If your property in Southlake, TX or the surrounding DFW area needs a new fence — or a way to screen an AC unit
or other utility equipment — A&O Texas Solutions can help. Contact us for a free cedar fence installation estimate
(internal link — e.g., your Contact/Get a Quote page) or explore our full range of fencing services (internal link —
e.g., your Services page) to see how we can build a fence designed to last.
For homeowners researching cedar as a building material, the Western Red Cedar Lumber Association offers
useful general guidance on cedar durability and care (external link suggestion — replace with a more specific
source if you have one).