Planning a new fence? Here’s how to have the good-neighbor conversation, handle pushback, and keep the relationship intact while your project moves forward.
Neighbor & Boundary Issues
How to Resolve Property Line Fence Disputes
You wake up to find your neighbor digging fence posts three feet onto what you’re pretty sure is your property. Or maybe you’ve been happily maintaining the garden behind “your” fence for eight years, only to discover the property line actually...
What to Do When Your Neighbor Won’t Pay for Fence Repairs
Quick Action Summary If your neighbor won’t pay for fence repairs: 1. Try good-faith communication first 2. Document everything meticulously 3. Consider mediation (70-80% success rate) 4. Small claims court for amounts over $2,000 5. Walk away if costs exceed...
California Good Neighbor Fence Law Explained
Quick Summary for Bay Area Homeowners If a fence sits on your property boundary and benefits both properties, you and your neighbor split costs 50/50. But you must follow specific legal procedures or lose your right to collect. Key requirement: 30-day written notice...