At Northland Fence, we believe a fence should enhance your property’s security and curb appeal—not become an expensive, high-maintenance regret. That’s why we offer top-tier ornamental steel, vinyl, and black chain link fencing designed to last for decades. Some companies still push warping, rotting wood fences or flimsy, dent-prone aluminum fencing, but we know better. Wood may start out looking great, but give it a few brutal Minnesota winters, and you’ll be dealing with splinters, sagging boards, and endless repairs. As for cheap aluminum? One storm, a stray baseball, or even a strong gust of wind can leave it bent and battered. We also retired galvanized chain link fencing years ago—just like many HOAs did. Let’s be honest: while it was once the standard, it’s now an eyesore. If you’re matching an existing galvanized fence, that’s understandable. But when the neighbors upgrade, do you really want to be the last house on the block with a dull, rusting relic? Instead, our sleek black chain link fences provide a modern, HOA-friendly alternative that blends seamlessly into any landscape. At Northland Fence, we stand by quality, durability, and craftsmanship. No subcontractors. No cheap materials. No gimmicks. Just expert fence installation backed by industry-leading warranties and financing options to fit any budget. When it’s time to invest in a fence, don’t settle for something that will become a neighborhood eyesore. Choose Northland Fence—where quality meets longevity, and style never takes a backseat to function.
"I will be recommending Northland Fence to everyone! From the first phone call I made with Josalyn, Rachel and Brittany to the building team Larissa, Michael, Cooper, Jaxson and Josh they were BEYOND professional, nice, prompt, respectful and hardworking. Our fence is perfect and everything we wanted. Whoever is in charge is VERY lucky to have people and a team like this. Outstanding! It’s hard to find good workers and people now a days and this team is special. Thank you Northland Fence team for really completing our forever home and just being all around great. 10/10 experience!"
Courtney M on April 2025
At Northland Fence, we believe a fence should enhance your property’s security and curb appeal—not become an expensive, high-maintenance regret. That’s why we offer top-tier ornamental steel, vinyl, and black chain link fencing designed to last for decades. Some companies still push warping, rotting wood fences or flimsy, dent-prone aluminum fencing, but we know better. Wood may start out looking great, but give it a few brutal Minnesota winters, and you’ll be dealing with splinters, sagging boards, and endless repairs. As for cheap aluminum? One storm, a stray baseball, or even a strong gust of wind can leave it bent and battered. We also retired galvanized chain link fencing years ago—just like many HOAs did. Let’s be honest: while it was once the standard, it’s now an eyesore. If you’re matching an existing galvanized fence, that’s understandable. But when the neighbors upgrade, do you really want to be the last house on the block with a dull, rusting relic? Instead, our sleek black chain link fences provide a modern, HOA-friendly alternative that blends seamlessly into any landscape. At Northland Fence, we stand by quality, durability, and craftsmanship. No subcontractors. No cheap materials. No gimmicks. Just expert fence installation backed by industry-leading warranties and financing options to fit any budget. When it’s time to invest in a fence, don’t settle for something that will become a neighborhood eyesore. Choose Northland Fence—where quality meets longevity, and style never takes a backseat to function.
"I will be recommending Northland Fence to everyone! From the first phone call I made with Josalyn, Rachel and Brittany to the building team Larissa, Michael, Cooper, Jaxson and Josh they were BEYOND professional, nice, prompt, respectful and hardworking. Our fence is perfect and everything we wanted. Whoever is in charge is VERY lucky to have people and a team like this. Outstanding! It’s hard to find good workers and people now a days and this team is special. Thank you Northland Fence team for really completing our forever home and just being all around great. 10/10 experience!"
Courtney M on April 2025
. We've been in the fencing business since 1978. Our goal is to build a quality fence that will provide our customers with the best value for their investment. We strive to provide a competitive price, without sacrificing the quality of workmanship or material used. We pride ourselves on building relationships with our customers and constructing fences to their satisfaction. We are a full service company, stocking materials for wood and chain link fences. Our products include Western Red Cedar wood, Jerith® Ornamental fence, Bufftech® Vinyl fence in different colors, Equestrian paddock and pasture fence. Our Chain Link material includes 9 or 11 gauge galvanizing as well as 8 gauge color coated chain link. We custom build dog kennel runs that are installed in ground or free standing. We also do repairs on fences that are damaged by mother nature and other objects.
"The sales person was very easy to work with. He gave me options for material and made the set up process for a fence replacement very easy. The installers took out the old fence and replaced it within one day. They did a wonderful job and adjusted well since an additional section had to be added on. I had to call them back out a few times for adjustments to the door and to smash and remove concrete footings from the previous fence posts. One of the bottom panels was dented from packing and they said it will be replaced after they order it. Their pricing was right in the middle of other quotes and their customer service is really good. Took them a while to come out the first time, but the second time it was within the next few days. Sterling always told me to call back if there are any future issues. It is also good to send them an email with any pictures and to explain the situation for your and their records if you need any follow up. I am very happy with their service and pricing."
Timothy F on October 2023
. We've been in the fencing business since 1978. Our goal is to build a quality fence that will provide our customers with the best value for their investment. We strive to provide a competitive price, without sacrificing the quality of workmanship or material used. We pride ourselves on building relationships with our customers and constructing fences to their satisfaction. We are a full service company, stocking materials for wood and chain link fences. Our products include Western Red Cedar wood, Jerith® Ornamental fence, Bufftech® Vinyl fence in different colors, Equestrian paddock and pasture fence. Our Chain Link material includes 9 or 11 gauge galvanizing as well as 8 gauge color coated chain link. We custom build dog kennel runs that are installed in ground or free standing. We also do repairs on fences that are damaged by mother nature and other objects.
"The sales person was very easy to work with. He gave me options for material and made the set up process for a fence replacement very easy. The installers took out the old fence and replaced it within one day. They did a wonderful job and adjusted well since an additional section had to be added on. I had to call them back out a few times for adjustments to the door and to smash and remove concrete footings from the previous fence posts. One of the bottom panels was dented from packing and they said it will be replaced after they order it. Their pricing was right in the middle of other quotes and their customer service is really good. Took them a while to come out the first time, but the second time it was within the next few days. Sterling always told me to call back if there are any future issues. It is also good to send them an email with any pictures and to explain the situation for your and their records if you need any follow up. I am very happy with their service and pricing."
Timothy F on October 2023
We will make any project our best project.
"Horrible communication. Delayed work for months which cost us a lot of money. Brandon and Detailed by Design are not upfront about costs and their ability to complete projects on time. We met with the owner Brandon to address all the issues and finally agreed to a resolution which would have still been a loss to us however he reneged at the last minute and did not pay to replace the old furnace he tried to pass off as new. If you choose to use this business, check all receipts on "new" appliances they say they installed. We reported this business to the Department of Labor because of the shoddy work in installing the furnace and because the furnace was old when we paid for a new furnace. The dept of labor confirmed they were not licensed to install the furnace. We paid for a new furnace ourselves and a licensed contractor to install it. Overall a lot of issues and an absolute nightmare. We are still working on recouping some of our costs from this business."
Funmi O on June 2021
We will make any project our best project.
"Horrible communication. Delayed work for months which cost us a lot of money. Brandon and Detailed by Design are not upfront about costs and their ability to complete projects on time. We met with the owner Brandon to address all the issues and finally agreed to a resolution which would have still been a loss to us however he reneged at the last minute and did not pay to replace the old furnace he tried to pass off as new. If you choose to use this business, check all receipts on "new" appliances they say they installed. We reported this business to the Department of Labor because of the shoddy work in installing the furnace and because the furnace was old when we paid for a new furnace. The dept of labor confirmed they were not licensed to install the furnace. We paid for a new furnace ourselves and a licensed contractor to install it. Overall a lot of issues and an absolute nightmare. We are still working on recouping some of our costs from this business."
Funmi O on June 2021
Visit our 12-acre nursery, landscape and garden center to enjoy one of the largest selections of nursery stock, landscape supplies, gardening gifts and other items in the midwest. We stock over 12,000 different and inspiring garden products. Enjoy shopping at Otten Bros. in an all-season, all-weather greenhouse and garden center.
Visit our 12-acre nursery, landscape and garden center to enjoy one of the largest selections of nursery stock, landscape supplies, gardening gifts and other items in the midwest. We stock over 12,000 different and inspiring garden products. Enjoy shopping at Otten Bros. in an all-season, all-weather greenhouse and garden center.
we build decks and wood fences ,repairs,post replacement ,stair additions,railings,
"I called and asked a question about posts holding up my back deck, as to what needed to be done with them before they were covered up partly with dirt. Troy got back to me within minutes with a text explaining what was needed depending on what kind of posts they were. Then he informed me he was booked up for the rest of 2018. You can bet I'll contact him again if I need to do anything with the deck next year. I was impressed that he got right back to me even if it wasn't going to mean business for him."
Patrick D on October 2018
we build decks and wood fences ,repairs,post replacement ,stair additions,railings,
"I called and asked a question about posts holding up my back deck, as to what needed to be done with them before they were covered up partly with dirt. Troy got back to me within minutes with a text explaining what was needed depending on what kind of posts they were. Then he informed me he was booked up for the rest of 2018. You can bet I'll contact him again if I need to do anything with the deck next year. I was impressed that he got right back to me even if it wasn't going to mean business for him."
Patrick D on October 2018
N.C. Shegstad & Sons Ornamental Ironworks is a family owned local business that has been handed down 3 generations, and has serviced the Twin Cities for over 60 years. We are equipped with the technologies and skills in all areas of fabrication and repair. Our products are built to measure, personal preference, and style. If there is something specific you are looking for, please let us know and we will accommodate you.
"Very well, they figured out a way to do it less expensively. Looks great!"
KATHLEEN A on June 2020
N.C. Shegstad & Sons Ornamental Ironworks is a family owned local business that has been handed down 3 generations, and has serviced the Twin Cities for over 60 years. We are equipped with the technologies and skills in all areas of fabrication and repair. Our products are built to measure, personal preference, and style. If there is something specific you are looking for, please let us know and we will accommodate you.
"Very well, they figured out a way to do it less expensively. Looks great!"
KATHLEEN A on June 2020
Dan’s Fence is a family owned and operated full service fence company. We provide quality materials and professional installation so your fence will last for years to come. Call us for a free estimate today! Additional DBAs - Affordable Fence & Quality Fence.
"We hired Dan's Fence in July 2023 to replace our aging fence in South Minneapolis. Shortly after the completion of the job, we noticed that one of the boards was developing a large split down the center. I called and left multiple messages via phone and text but never received a response. With winter quickly approaching, I gave up and decided to wait until spring to try again. I finally got the attention of the owner via email on April 19th. Along with a sob story about losing employees, he assured me he would put it on the schedule to have it replaced. After a month of silence, I emailed him again and this time gave him a week’s notice: repair the board or I would post this review. He called and gave me a different sob story. Needless to say, he did not complete the repair within the week. Remember, this is one board that needed to be replaced—a 15-minute job at the most. A $10,000 fence should not have boards splitting, and if they do, the contractor should make the repairs in a timely manner. Simple as that. I would not recommend Dan's Fence to anyone for this reason alone. **Dan, when/if you replace the board, I will consider amending this review."
Kerry T on June 2024
Dan’s Fence is a family owned and operated full service fence company. We provide quality materials and professional installation so your fence will last for years to come. Call us for a free estimate today! Additional DBAs - Affordable Fence & Quality Fence.
"We hired Dan's Fence in July 2023 to replace our aging fence in South Minneapolis. Shortly after the completion of the job, we noticed that one of the boards was developing a large split down the center. I called and left multiple messages via phone and text but never received a response. With winter quickly approaching, I gave up and decided to wait until spring to try again. I finally got the attention of the owner via email on April 19th. Along with a sob story about losing employees, he assured me he would put it on the schedule to have it replaced. After a month of silence, I emailed him again and this time gave him a week’s notice: repair the board or I would post this review. He called and gave me a different sob story. Needless to say, he did not complete the repair within the week. Remember, this is one board that needed to be replaced—a 15-minute job at the most. A $10,000 fence should not have boards splitting, and if they do, the contractor should make the repairs in a timely manner. Simple as that. I would not recommend Dan's Fence to anyone for this reason alone. **Dan, when/if you replace the board, I will consider amending this review."
Kerry T on June 2024
1 -2 EMPLOYEES. NO SUBS. COST IS DETERMINED BY THE JOB. TRAVEL CHARGE OF $25. EMERGENCY SERVICE CHARGE $125 - $250. No job too small.
1 -2 EMPLOYEES. NO SUBS. COST IS DETERMINED BY THE JOB. TRAVEL CHARGE OF $25. EMERGENCY SERVICE CHARGE $125 - $250. No job too small.
3 EMPLOYEES. NO SUBS. CHARGES A FLAT RATE. NO TRAVEL CHARGES. ASK FOR DETAILS ABOUT SERVICE FEES. ADDITIONAL EMAIL ADDRESS: JMPMC@YAHOO.COM. ADBA: MILL CITY MANUFACTURING INC.
3 EMPLOYEES. NO SUBS. CHARGES A FLAT RATE. NO TRAVEL CHARGES. ASK FOR DETAILS ABOUT SERVICE FEES. ADDITIONAL EMAIL ADDRESS: JMPMC@YAHOO.COM. ADBA: MILL CITY MANUFACTURING INC.
Installing a fence for a standard residential project takes two to four days. This timeline includes obtaining permits, preparing terrain, and coordinating labor and materials. A 150‑linear foot installation focuses on proper alignment and secure post placement. Factors such as your fence height, ground slope, and material type can add time to ensure a safe and durable structure.
Wood panels, steel, aluminum, and vinyl fences are some of the easiest to install, thanks to their pre-made sections and simple assembly. The process is fairly straightforward, with clear instructions and minimal customization, especially on flat, prepared ground. Choosing one of these options can make setting up a fence quick and hassle-free.
A fence’s lifespan depends on its material. Vinyl fences typically last 20 to 30 years, while aluminum can endure up to 50 years. Wood fences last about five to 10 years with proper care, and wrought iron can remain strong for generations with regular upkeep. Chain-link and barbed wire fences tend to corrode faster, reducing their durability. No matter the material, routing maintenance helps extend a fence’s lifespan.
You’re not legally required to notify your neighbors before building a fence, but it’s a good idea to do so. Clear communication helps maintain good relationships and can help prevent disputes down the line. To avoid any issues, verify your property boundaries with an official survey and ensure the fence stays within your property lines.
The ideal fence height depends on its purpose. Standard privacy fences are six to eight feet tall to block views and add security, while decorative front yard fences are around three feet. Livestock fences range from three to six feet, depending on the animals they enclose. Always check local building codes to ensure compliance.