Wood Fence Installation in the Bay Area

A wood fence built with premium lumber and skilled craftsmanship will protect your property and look better than your neighbors’ fences for decades. At Duce Construction, we control the entire process from lumber selection to final installation, giving you access to quality that other contractors simply can’t offer.

Here’s why that matters: We own our own lumber company.

Our full-time sawyer processes 30 different grades of California redwood. When you work with us, you’re not getting whatever a supplier had in stock that week. You’re getting wood selected specifically for your project.

This is why Bay Area homeowners who care about quality have trusted us with their fences since 1983.

Wood fencing is a vertical board barrier system typically built with 4×4 or 6×6 posts spaced 6-8 feet apart, horizontal rails, and fence boards ranging from 1×4 to 1×8 dimensions. The materials and construction method determine how long the fence lasts and how it looks over decades of Bay Area weather.

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The Lumber Mill Advantage

Most fence contractors buy materials from distributors who buy from suppliers who buy from mills. Each step adds cost and removes control over quality.

We cut out the middlemen. Literally.

Our Lumber Operation

Full-time sawyer on staff
30 grades of redwood available
Direct control over selection and quality
No waiting on backorders or settling for what’s in stock

When you hire Duce Construction, you get lumber that’s been graded and selected by people who will also install your fence

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   Ann Elliott 
 April 21, 2022.
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We had a great experience working with the Duce Construction team. Susan was responsive in getting us a bid and working to get our job scheduled right away. The team came and worked efficiently and in just a half day we had a well constructed deer fence with gate. We are really happy with the final product and would recommend Duce Construction!
  
 
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   Duane Rustad 
 April 4, 2022.
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We hope this review truly describes how pleased my wife & I are with the HogWire Fence  project recently completed by Duce Construction.   From the initial phone call, thru the bid process, slowed down by my many questions & changes but tactfully & patiently resolved by Susan Duce. The supplies arrived and the next day construction began with a four man crew that seemed to be joined at the hip. They worked with dedication & purpose and they were fun to interact with. The finished job is everything we had hoped to accomplish.    THANK YOU Duce Construction!!!!!
A JOB WELL DONE !
The Rustad family
  
 
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   SL Barkley 
 March 15, 2022.
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We had our fence replaced a little over a month ago. My husband and I are extremely satisfied with our beautiful new fence but also have to mention how communicative and professional Susan was throughout the whole process. She made sure to contact 811 (to request to have buried utities flagged) for everyone's safety.
We had a really pleasant experience working with Duce Construction and definitely will contact them again if we decide to build a deck.
  
 
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   GuidoBoss515 
 March 10, 2022.
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We lost part of our fence due to a heavy rain storm and decided to choose Duce Construction for the repair.  What a great experience we had with them and Susan Duce especially.  She and her crew were professional, organized and diligent in removing the old ivy covered fence and completed the job in 2 days.  It looks beautiful.  We will definitely refer our friends to Duce Construction in the future.  Well done Duce!!!
  
 
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   Liz Pormento 
 March 7, 2022.
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Best communication and ability to work with customers. I'm so happy with the design and execution of my horizontal fence and hog wire fence.  Highly recommend working with them if you can.
  
 
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   mike laughlin 
 February 4, 2022.
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Absolutely the best experience I've had with a contractor. Susan was so easy to deal with explaining different  options I had and my neighbors shared fence.   The estimate was sent over the same day..the price was great.Signed the contract and  scheduled. a date for construction.    Right on time the next week a crew of 5 were here 8:00am.  Introduce myself to Alex the Foreman.  Very friendly and had answers to any of my questions. It was a well polished crew everyone knew their job and thier workmanship is impeccable.  Finished in a timely  manner and the clean up was great.  I highly recommend Duce,  a family owned business they really do care  About their clients.. Can't wait to get my new deck done. Thank you DUCE
  
 
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   Mike Dyer 
 February 3, 2022.
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Susan was absolutely great to work with and was with us the entire way. The fence looks amazing and their team knocked it out so fast that it made our heads spin! Highly recommend Duce construction to anyone and will have them back when we are ready for our deck to be installed.
  
 
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   Cynthia Hudson 
 January 21, 2022.
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I can not say enough good things about this company. First and foremost the quality of the work is excellent. The crew was hard working, on time, responsive to questions and respectful of property. The job was completed on time. In addition, the owner of the company spoke with all my neighbors to make sure they were on board with when the job would start and working with them to let us stage from their yard which had better access. This is our second fence, the first was done by a general contractor, there is a world of difference in quality and workmanship. I highly recommend this company.
  
 
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   corey bozarth 
 January 20, 2022.
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Do yourself a favor - stop looking and call Duce construction. I know, I sound like a paid advertisement, but check my profile and you’ll see I don’t post often. What I’m really pleased with is 1) their responsiveness. I never had to wait for a response, wondering if they’d moved on to a younger, hotter fence job. 2) Susan, who is co-owner with her husband was sooo knowledgeable! She told me everything I needed to know, and was amazing to work with. 3) Their teams are so professional and courteous. Also, they swarmed the job so it only took two days! We didn’t have to wait weeks for the work to be over. And finally 4) their prices are amazing. We did 3 quotes and Duce was a better fence design AND lower priced than the others. Do yourself a favor and stop looking. Hire them.

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Wood Species We Work With

Construction Heart Redwood (Our Primary Choice)
Construction Heart Redwood is harvested from the center of old-growth redwood trees. This heartwood contains natural tannins and oils that actively resist rot-causing fungi and wood-boring insects. The warm, reddish-brown color weathers to a distinguished silver-gray or can be maintained with stain. This is what most of our fences are built from, and with 30 grades available, we can match your budget and aesthetic goals.

Brazilian Hardwoods (Premium Option)
For clients who want maximum durability and a distinctive look, we work with Brazilian hardwoods including Ipe and Red Batu. Ipe lumber carries a Janka hardness rating of 3,680 lbf (red oak rates 1,290 lbf for comparison). This density gives Ipe a Class A fire rating and natural resistance to rot that outlasts treated lumber by decades.

Post Materials and Construction

Douglas Fir Pressure-Treated Posts (Standard)

Douglas Fir is harvested in the Pacific Northwest and selected for posts because it grows straight with minimal knots. Our posts undergo pressure treatment that penetrates 2-3 inches into the wood, protecting against rot and termites for 25+ years.

Steel Post Upgrades (30-Year Guarantee)

Our in-house welder fabricates steel posts that will never rot, warp, or fail. We stand behind steel posts with a 30-year guarantee.

Fence Styles

Good Neighbor / Board-on-Board – Boards on alternating sides of rails. Both sides look finished. Our most requested style.

Horizontal Fencing – Modern, architectural look with clean lines. Requires careful attention to framing.

Solid Privacy / Nail-On – Traditional dog-ear or flat-top boards nailed side by side. Most economical full-privacy option.

Lattice Top – Lattice section above solid boards increases height while allowing airflow and light. Diagonal, square, or piano key patterns available.

Gate Construction

Wood-Framed Gates with Arbors – Proper joinery, diagonal bracing. Arbor supports for larger gates.

Steel-Framed Gates – In-house welder builds custom steel frames. Won’t warp, twist, or sag regardless of size. Clad with wood boards to match fence.

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Staining Services

We recommend letting new fences weather for 3-6 months, then applying quality stain. We offer staining services for new and existing fences.

HOA and Community Experience

We’ve worked extensively with East Bay HOAs including Blackhawk, Rossmoor, and various golf course communities.

Additional Services

Retaining Walls
Demo and Haul-Away (included in proposals)
Permits

Our Installation Process

Site Consultation

Lumber Selection

Proposal

Installation

Final Walkthrough

Why Duce Construction

Own Our Lumber Company (30 grades of redwood, full-time sawyer)
40+ Years Experience (since 1983)
In-House Fabrication
Licensed and Insured (CA #1075217)
100+ five-star Yelp reviews

Service Areas

We build wood fences throughout Bay Area cities including Alamo, Benicia, Berkeley, Clayton, Concord, Danville, El Cerrito, Fairfield, Lafayette, Martinez, Moraga, Oakland, Orinda, Piedmont, Pleasant Hill, San Ramon, and Walnut Creek.