Summary: Travis, Amanda, Cade, and his team provide a fast, affordable, quality, and total turnkey…read moresolution for our automated gate. Bidding, construction, and gate commissioning were a breeze. All team members were extremely professional, knowledgable, and responsive. Detail: We reviewed four companies in the Austin area for a fence extension and automated gate for security purposes. Absolute Fence & Gate were outstanding to work with: they came in cheaper than all other alternatives, were the most responsive with clear communication, and were very knowledgable about the options within our space. Amanda was extremely responsive and helped us scope out our initial ask to coordinate an onsite bid walk quickly and helped sort out billing. Travis helped develop our initial concept for a gate into an efficient, turn-key solution that would abide by local codes and fit within our budget. After clarifying our scope, the project was completed at a lightning pace. They staggered the required demo of our old fence until the day they'd be able to erect the fencing to minimize the amount of time our house was exposed to the street. The work crews were very professional and Travis and his team clearly explained the scope each day and progress updates. In addition, Cade and the gate operator crew were outstanding. They set up the motor and made sure all items were functional tested. They did a terrific job commissioning the equipment and explaining how to use it. The commissioning team also noted that our gate operator had a minor issue and contacted the manufacturer for a same-day under warranty solution. The level of service was outstanding, and I was very pleased to have a total turnkey solution. During the construction, Travis would check in with the teams and ensure quality work which resulted in zero punch items at final walk. Travis even performed a final QA check on the operator to make sure operation was up to their quality standard. Every team member was very knowledgeable and professional. They provided excellent advice and suggestions and helped us craft our gate idea into a solution with a terrific product!

Outstanding service from start to finish…read more My friends' fence was knocked down during the microburst last May, so I helped them get it replaced while they were away this summer. Craig Jolicoeur was so responsive, thoughtful and meticulous that you'd think it was his own fence that was going up. He didn't waste my time like others did with endless and irrelevant questions. He was straight to the point, efficient, and always friendly. The fence and gate look terrific and my friends are delighted. Good value, too. While Absolute Fence didn't submit the cheapest quote, I knew I was getting quality materials and finish for a great price.

I recently had my old fence replaced by Pinar fence. Everything about my experience with the…read morecompany was positive from the estimating to the installation and even invoicing. They were highly communicative. My installers worked tirelessly. They pointed out errors the former fence installer had made that reduced the strength of the fence. They reset and replaced the metal poles so it was done correctly. They cleaned up thoroughly and hauled away the old fence. Invoicing was electronic and offered options for type of transaction The new fence is soooo beautiful. And it smells fabulous, too. Nothing like new cedar. I highly recommend them.

Easy 5 stars here. I saw the ratings in Yelp first, made a call, and had someone looking at my…read morefence the next day. Roberto and crew are awesome at quoting just what you need, and letting the homeowner make the decision on what to include in the final bid. Once you get your quote emailed, you can select it via the link and they will send you an email and text with scheduling times. They take the rain into account to ensure the work gets done without interference. I had a shared neighbor fence with rotting posts and they quoted 5 poles and any fixes to slats as needed. The quote included metal posts and wood, we chose metal for longevity. The installers put in cement to lock them in for good. Pinar also split the quote with my neighbor and sent us separate invoices. They finished the work in 2 days, only because my neighbor had them complete a new gate as well, which I just had them do as well. They can do it all when it comes to fence work, they are on time, polite, quiet, and clean up after the job is done. All removal is included in the pricing. No surprises on the bill. I will be having them come out and just finish out the rest of my posts to metal, to match the neighborhood fence, which started with metal anyways.

Great experience with BC Fence! The team did a really good job--fast, efficient, and high-quality…read morework. Communication was smooth throughout the whole process, and they kept me updated every step of the way. The price was also very reasonable. Highly recommend!

BC Fence responded to my request pretty fast and scheduled a site visit immediately. They installed…read morea gate on to my existing iron fence. I compared prices and even though BC Fence wasn't the lowest, I picked them because of their good customer service. My project was too small for other companies and they weren't willing to stop by to provide me a quote.

JJ's Fence and Gate turned out to be the best contractor choice I've made in the last 10 years…read more Joel Salazar, proprietor of JJ Fence and Gate, rebuilt of my old fence was outstanding. I found Joel to be a person of integrity, and a skillful worker. His bid was quick and reasonable. His crew showed up on time and got right down to business. Quality of work was outstanding. But what made his workmanship a step above was the construction of a metal framed cedar gate. It was a beautiful sight to behold. If you're considering a new fence consider JJ's Fence and Gate

great work. I didn't even know he was outside because he went straight to work. the process was…read morequick and he has multiple payment options. I will ask him to come back for my back fence repairs

We are so happy with the work Geraldo and his crew did! Quote was reasonable and they came fast…read more They have skills we needed, as our fence gate was in desperate need of repairs. He ended up removing the posts and redoing the section. They also reinforced another section of the fence as well. Recommend their skills is u need repairs in you fence!!!

I needed a gatepost replaced and the gate rehung. Lots of places aren't interested in such a small…read morejob, but Secure Fence Solutions gave me an estimate yesterday, offered the best price, came out today (just one day after I contacted them!), and did a great job. I'll definitely hire them again.

Fine service. Steve showed up early both days and was very professional. He provided the experience…read moreof repairing fences at a fair price. I recommend him for any fence work you need. He had all the required equipment to be most efficient. He did a fine job and cleaned the site when he was finished. The work was completed on time and on budget. He even fixed the gate. I highly recommend him for your fencing needs.

Great Fence Company - I wholeheartedly recommend Steve Hogan of Hogan Fencing. He did excellent…read morework for us when we moved in and wanted our fence moved and today he fixed our back fence, which was not anchored at one end and had shifted and bowed out. He reset our very short-set poles and added concrete. We decided not to go with metal poles for now as he felt this fix would be effective for several years. He was responsive, quick, friendly and affordable. Try him out!

New 2-story deck missed the mark across code, Trex guidelines, and aesthetics. Poor planning. Won't…read moremake it right. We lost 5 figures on a 2-man crew that lacks longevity with owner. Hire inspectors before paying final invoice. FYI "Custom Deck and Fence Austin" also has poor reviews on multiple sites noting owner Todd Louis Ratajik of "Good Day Baked Energy Snacks" (Forfeited Existence). Sites now name "Cesar" as owner. Negative reviews disappeared. AFFD has pending lawsuits with Travis County Courts. Unknown AFFD subcontractor alarmingly used my name and address in another client's lawsuit wtf! Standard: Visual consistency. AFFD: Mismatched railing. Todd's words: "It's the same railing but pinched." (A contractor's FB review notes lack of materials to properly complete jobs.) Std: Concrete pad supports stairs. AFFD: Stair stringers hover in air, failing to land on concrete. Todd blatantly texted that stringers would step out (not down) from deck. I refuted the abnormality. Top step was cut off; stringers don't reach concrete. Instead of extending pad or redoing stringers, an ugly post was set. Std: Stairs treads w/o gaps. No overhangs. AFFD: Stringer cuts forgot stairs' fascia; treads weren't 11+". Gaps added to meet code, so stair noses are 1.25+", ie trip hazards. FYI Use rise-to-run guidelines. Std: 42" deck railings. 34-38" stair railings ABOVE boards. AFFD: 44" deck railings. Didn't supply 34" stair railings; boards grossly notched to lower height, which start at 44"! Std: Posts sit on existing FINISHED concrete pads. (LOL) AFFD: Post had no contact with pad (after removing makeshift shams to hide the blunder) ie ZERO deck weight on ground. Todd asked if this was okay [to not deal with]. Post not corrected at start. Rough concrete poured atop pad to meet post. Ew. Std: 16" oc MAX joist spacing (Trex specs). AFFD: 7 of 13 spacings are 16+". No blocking. Add 1 or 2 joists = ~15.5" or 14" spacings. Todd said his ways are "affordable" and "economical". Eek. Best: Competitor contracts: "12-in joist spacings", "blocking", "glulam beam". Std: Trex Cocktail Rail Kit (full-width support, hidden fasteners). AFFD: 5.5" wavy floor boards nailed to 1" rail. Visible screws, rough shavings, corner gaps, no support eg 2x4s to flatten board. No countersunk screws and putty to hide nails. Std: Professional aesthetics. AFFD: Not spraying railing cuts = RUST. No continuity in stairs fascia to meet deck edge. Silver bolts on black railings. Posts unequal distance from deck edges. Cedar's shorter lifespan requires staining / maintenance is inferior to Trex's composite fascia. Std: Disclosure of unforeseen issues. Protocols. Loyal crews. AFFD: Crew wasted a day plotting makeshift repairs after causing roof damage. Licensed roofer was furious about erroneously-cut flashing. Roofers returned after crew again made damaging cuts where told not to. Zero acknowledgement from Todd. AFFD: Crew noted holes in house's ceiling after removing joist nails. No repairmen references. Not-our-problem mentality. AFFD: 15+ days by 2 tired guys: the hire + his actual neighbor. Ditto to reviewer compelled to supervise. Days start late, end after 7pm. My neighbors had 5 deck builders who left by 6pm still jolly. AFFD: Non-recyclables in recycling bin. Concrete and stinky liquid in trash bin. Cigarette butts, nails, and construction debris across yard. AFFD: Crew won't tell owner about gray areas and errors in judgments. One unsure if he'd get paid wth. Std: Professionalism. AFFD: No final walkthroughs. Owner ignores items in emails. Condescending; when I climbed a ladder re an issue (that I called a roofer to fix), Todd muttered that I was "an inspector, eh". Instead of talking measurements, Todd's retort was "I'm the owner of a deck company", as if titles alone grant proficiency. Labor is hired out, crew turnover is high. Workmanship depends on whoever is outsourced, who aren't deck builders so much as guys who "have built decks before". Expect no corrections on what Todd Ratajik deems as "good enough".

I recommend these guys. They replaced a wooden fence for us for a reasonable price, with good…read morequality material, promptly. The workers constructed the fence artfully around some barriers. They accidentally broke an underground sprinkler and very promptly fixed it.

Due recent storms and an aging 13 year old fence. My neighbor and I chose Gilbert's Fence based off…read morethe recommendations from previous neighbors using them for fence work in our neighborhood. My neighbor had done three quotes and Gilbert's came out with the best bid for our side of the fence. It was about $3,500 with metal poles and cedar pickets. The quality of their work speaks for itself when you see it in person. It was about a two and half day project, but they moved so fast, that it was so effectively efficient for us. We both have pets that needed to roam around to use the bathroom. For value and quality, I am truly impressed! Their customer service is professional and they provide you a delightful customer service! I highly recommend this company for fence repair or replacement!

I would not recommend Gilbert Fencing based on my experience. The quality of work, cleanup, and…read morecustomer service were very disappointing. Issues after installation: * Cracked and damaged boards were installed and they refused to replace them * Fence placement was incorrect and shifted the property line * Several nails missed the rails, with many left exposed (very sloppy work) * Old fence materials were left buried in the ground * Concrete debris and construction mess were left throughout the yard * Concrete and exposed nails were also left on my neighbor's property, creating a safety risk and causing unnecessary conflict The company refused to correct the problems and nothing but excuses, leaving me no choice but to hire another contractor to fix their work. The job felt rushed, messy, and below professional standards. Highly recommend using another company.

I have to say after this F2 Tornado and its 140 mph winds , the fence these guys built about 6…read moremonths ago with Galvanized post held up to the challenge! It took a hit by a big tree limb and didn't affect it surprisingly. I would again recommend this company to install your fence .

Did a fantastic job start to finish! A May hailstorm destroyed our roof, fence, and shed. Jeff was…read moremy first and only call. Their professionalism from both Joe and Jeff plus crew, walked me through the entire process and timeline of working with the insurance company and them to facilitate a smooth repair process. They stayed in touch at every decision point and at various milestones. They even provided an added value to my fence consisting of a crossbar at the bottom so the dogs can't dig, and at no extra cost. I was so happy they are multi-talented and able to handle these various projects under one umbrella--roof, fencing and shed removal. There were no issues with change orders with the insurance company because Apex documentation was professionally prepared and submitted each time so everything flowed as it should (both work and claim payments.) I'm so thankful there are still companies out there that are trustworthy and do excellent work. Want it done right and on time? Choose Apex.

In a word: Responsive! Chris and team were outstanding to work with. Very effective…read morecommunications. Clear and concise. Listened to what I wanted to accomplish and offered effective suggestions for how best to make it happen! Started the project with a group prayer not only for the project and his team but also for the health and welfare of my family! Not your typical start to a project. Chris and team worked effectively to demo an 800 sq ft deck and rebuild it along a similar footprint in a short 3 weeks. They took great care to treat the place like it was their own and left it cleaner than they found it! Highly recommend this group for great work at an honest price! Chris' dog Rambler was a gentle giant and onsite frequently during the project. He was sweet and friendly while constantly curious!

I'm in the process of remodeling my home, and from this experience of dealing with dozens of…read moredifferent contractors I've received a full spectrum education in their world. Here's the gist of what I learned: about half of the contractors are honest.. they make the process fun and are a real pleasure to deal with; the other half are dishonest... they string you along, make the process a hassle, and are a real pain. Chris (the owner) and his team are a shining example of what great contractors SHOULD be. For starters, Chris is an extremely kind and responsive person. From my first phone call with him (he showed up the same-day, on a SUNDAY) to my projects completion day.. he always responded quickly, was extremely polite, and very thorough. (He never gives you those weak 2-word text responses like lesser contractors). Chris helped me design my deck and pick out the best materials for my needs. He used a 3D rendering software that shows you exactly how your deck is going to look in your backyard. It was actually really cool, and helped me make some tweaks to the design before starting construction. After signing my contract, his crew showed up the very next morning. These guys were absolute studs. They worked their butts off from 8am - 6pm every day until the job was complete... wow! Many days I work from home, so I was able to watch them. They didn't rush their work, they were very calculated and meticulous about doing the job the right way (a marathon not a sprint mentality). This doesn't mean they're slow, it means they care about the details and doing things right. His crew also isn't a bunch of 20 year old rookies playing on their phones either. These guys all look to be in their mid 30's and early 40's. Men with lots of experience.. they have families to feed, work extremely hard, and know what they're doing. The craftsmanship was phenomenal. The engineering very structurally sound. The design is beautiful and actually has my neighbors giving compliments. Anytime there was an issue during the project (and there weren't many), Chris and his crew fixed it immediately like it was no problem at all. Easy peasy. Chris did what he said he was going to do, when he said he was going to do it, and charged me what he said he was going to charge. Actually.. he went above and beyond what he said he was going to do, he made improvements to the project beyond what was promised, and even gave me a discount at the very end because of a few minor details.. which he didn't have to do. I didn't complain and I didn't request a discount...that's just the kind of guy he is. Incredible. I'm going to mention one last thing I was going to leave out but I think it's important. Every morning before work began, Chris gathers his crew and they do a group prayer together. They ask each other what's going on in their personal lives, and what they can pray for each other about. Then they read a short scripture out loud together, and they start their day. Unbelievably cool. Why do they call themselves Sasquatch? Because these guys are freaking beasts. This is one of those rare experiences where I had a feeling it was going to go well, and it turned out even better than I had imagined. There's a reason why they have so many 5 star reviews. If you're looking to have a deck built in Austin I'm going to help you... skip the weak fluff and go with Sasquatch.