Fence Company in Rio Hondo, TX

Fencing in Rio Hondo

Rio Hondo is a small town east of Harlingen where the Arroyo Colorado runs through on its way toward the Laguna Madre. It's a quieter place with roomy lots, waterfront homes along the Arroyo and rural land stretching out toward the coast and the Laguna Atascosa National Wildlife Refuge.

Fencing near the water

Homes along the Arroyo Colorado and in low areas deal with damp ground and humid air, which is hard on fences:

• Wood posts rot faster, so galvanized steel posts are a strong upgrade.
• Posts should be set deeper in soft or wet soil.
• Metal fences need a powder-coated or galvanized finish, or aluminum, to resist rust.
• Open styles like iron or aluminum keep the water view while still securing the yard.

Popular fence projects in Rio Hondo

• Wood privacy fences around backyards
• Chain link for dogs, gardens and storage areas
• Ranch and wire fence on rural land
• Iron or aluminum fences on waterfront lots
• Repairs after storms

Closer to the coast

Rio Hondo is closer to the Gulf than Harlingen, and tropical storms can bring strong winds here first. When you build, ask your installer about deeper post holes, steel posts and closer post spacing for solid fences. Open fences like chain link, iron and wire let wind pass through and hold up well in storms.

Wildlife country

With the wildlife refuge nearby and open land all around, animals are part of daily life in Rio Hondo. A fence with no gaps at the bottom keeps pets in and keeps critters out of gardens and chicken coops. For larger properties, a woven wire fence is a common choice.

Before you build

Confirm property lines, especially on rural and waterfront lots. Plan gates wide enough for boats, trailers and equipment if you need them. And ask whether your fence location or height needs a permit.

Keeping a fence healthy near the water

Fences near the Arroyo need a little more attention than fences in town. Rinse metal fences every few months to clear salt and grime, and touch up any scratches before rust gets started. Check wood posts each spring for soft spots at the ground. Replacing one weak post early keeps it from pulling the rest of the fence down in a storm.

Fences for boats and trailers

Many Rio Hondo homeowners keep a boat, a trailer or a work truck on the property. If that's you, plan a gate at least 12 feet wide, set on heavy posts, and think about a gravel or concrete pad at the opening so the ground doesn't rut. A slide gate can work well where there isn't room for a wide gate to swing.

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Fence Company services in Rio Hondo

• Wood Privacy Fence: Board-on-board and shadowbox privacy fences in cedar or pine, built on steel or wood posts for Harlingen backyards.
• Wrought Iron Fence: Ornamental iron, steel and aluminum fences with rust-resistant finishes for Harlingen front yards and pools.
• Chain Link Fence: Galvanized and vinyl-coated chain link for yards, pets, rental properties and commercial lots across Harlingen.
• Driveway Gates: Swing and slide driveway gates in steel, aluminum or wood, with electric or solar openers and safety sensors.
• Fence Repair: Fix leaning sections, rotted posts, broken boards, rusted metal and storm-damaged fences without a full replacement.