Denver (303) 647-9185 Arvanda (303) 625-6442 Colorado Springs (719) 354-2085 Split Rail Fence Split Rail Fence Split rail fencing was on of the earliest forms of fencing in America. There are several reasons for this, and it’s not just because it is inexpensive to build a split rail fence yourself. Traditionally, split rail fencing was used for all homes becauses it required few materials or time to install, and most people were farmers with a lot of land. So building a split rail fence with less wood made sense. As time progressed and populations increased and the towns became cities, fencing became more about privacy than simply outlining your territory. Today, most homes with a split rail fence are in the countryside. The suburban areas are slowly picking split rail fencing up as a way to add more charm to the curb appeal of a home. The primitive design of a split rail fence can give your home and yard a more rustic look, which is gaining in popularity. But there is more to love about a split rail fence than just the look. Reasons to Build a Split Rail Fence: Low Cost- Less building material need Long Lasting– No maintenance reqired Easy Install- Can easily be installed in a day with two people Rustic- Rustic appearance with minimal materials Split Rail Fence Supplies: Cost to Build The average cost, depending on where you live and what materials you purchase, will be anywhere from $12-20 per linear foot, when professionally installed. If you do the fence yourself, it could cost around $8-12 per linear foot. The average linear feet needed for a project is approximately 150 linear feet. If you have the fence professionally installed, you should factor installation costs to be about 25% of the total job. Most people choose cedar for fencing projects because of it’s durability and affordability. No nails, fence staples, or other materials are needed for a split rail fence, which helps to keep the cost low. What is the difference between your Split Rail when compared to Home Depot? How long will Split Rail last? I am working on my front yard and I am trying to determine if a Split Rail Fence is right for me? Denver 11722 W 44th Ave., Wheat Ridge, CO (303) 647-9185 Arvada 5075 Tabor Street, Wheat Ridge, CO (303) 625-6442 Colorado Springs 10605 Charter Oak Ranch Rd, Fountain, CO (719) 354-2085 STANDARD SPLIT RAIL FENCE SPLIT RAIL FENCE WITH WELD WIRE PRE-INSTALL SPLIT RAIL POSTS PRE-INSTALL SPLIT RAIL RAILS AGED/WEATHERED SPLIT RAIL FENCE SPLIT RAIL FENCE WITH WELD WIRE IMPORTANT LINKS Decking Fencing Siding Blue Stain Timbers CONTACT US Denver Location Arvada Location Colorado Springs Location About Us Blog Privacy Policy FOLLOW US