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Guides from Thomas Fence
Straight answers to the questions we hear most, written for our own customers.
October 1, 2026 · 7 min read
Do you need a contractor's license to build a fence in Arkansas?
For almost any fence a company would build for you, yes.
October 1, 2026 · 8 min read
What species of cedar is your fence? Western red, Japanese, and eastern red cedar in Northwest Arkansas.
Thomas Fence builds with western red cedar almost exclusively.
October 1, 2026 · 8 min read
Repair or replace: how Thomas Fence decides on a leaning fence, rotted posts, and storm damage.
A leaning fence is almost always a post problem, not a fence problem.
October 1, 2026 · 8 min read
Can I build a fence on the property line myself? Surveys, the seven year fence law, and where the posts go.
You can build a fence on your own property yourself.
October 1, 2026 · 8 min read
Chain link for a residential yard: galvanized, black vinyl coated, and privacy slats.
Chain link is the most affordable fence Thomas Fence installs, and galvanized at a standard residential height is the least expensive version of it.
October 1, 2026 · 8 min read
Vinyl or wood: which fence lasts longer in Northwest Arkansas?
Vinyl lasts longer with less work.
October 1, 2026 · 7 min read
Do I need a permit for a fence in Springdale? A town by town guide for Northwest Arkansas.
If your property is in Springdale, you do not currently need a city permit to install a residential fence.
October 1, 2026 · 6 min read
What Is the 7-Year Fence Law in Northwest Arkansas?
Arkansas has a legal doctrine, often referred to informally as the "7-year fence law", rooted in the state's adverse possession statutes and the concept of "acquiescence."
October 1, 2026 · 6 min read
More Than a Boundary: A Guide to Temporary Fences in Springdale, Arkansas
When most people think of a fence, they think of a permanent structure: posts set in concrete, rails attached, pickets installed.
October 1, 2026 · 8 min read
Not All Cedar Fences Are Created Equal: What You Need to Know Before You Buy
Cedar is the most popular wood for privacy fences in Northwest Arkansas, and it has earned that.