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Fence Guides & Resources

Expert advice from Fort Smith's fence company since 1963. Browse our free guides to compare materials, plan your project, and protect your investment for years to come.

Weather Planning

Fence & Gate Weather Center

Check Fort Smith-area weather, wind, rain, and active alerts, then connect the forecast to fence care, storm preparation, and gate planning.

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Fence Materials

Chain Link vs Wood Fence: Which Is Right for You?

A comprehensive comparison of chain link and wood fencing to help River Valley homeowners choose the right material based on privacy, security, cost, and maintenance.

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Privacy & Design

Privacy Fence Options: Which Material Is Right for Your Home?

Compare wood, vinyl, composite, and other privacy fence materials side by side. Find the best fit for your Fort Smith or River Valley backyard and budget.

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Commercial

Commercial Security Fencing Guide

How to properly secure your industrial facility or commercial property. Covers industrial chain link specs, barbed wire, anti-climb toppers, and access control.

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Gates & Access

Gate Operators & Access Control: A Complete Guide

Everything you need to know about choosing and installing an automated gate system — from swing vs. slide gates to keypads, intercoms, and smart entry technology.

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Temporary Fencing

Temporary Fencing for Construction Sites & Events

Everything contractors, event planners, and property managers need to know about temporary fencing options, planning, and rental vs. purchase in the River Valley.

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Maintenance

Fence Maintenance Tips: Keep Your Fence Looking Great for Decades

Material-specific maintenance advice for Arkansas and Oklahoma homeowners. Learn how to protect your wood, vinyl, chain link, or ornamental iron fence from the River Valley climate.

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Getting Started

How to Prepare for a Fence Estimate

Four simple steps to ensure your free on-site consultation goes smoothly — from knowing your property lines to checking HOA rules and utility locations.

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DIY & Planning

7 Costly DIY Fencing Mistakes (And How to Avoid Them)

Skipping the 811 call, ignoring property lines, cutting corners on post depth — learn the seven mistakes homeowners make most often and how much each one can cost.

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Fence Materials

Ornamental Iron Fencing: Styles, Costs, and When It's the Right Choice

A complete guide to ornamental iron and aluminum fencing — style options, powder coat durability, steel vs. aluminum, cost factors, and when to choose iron over other materials.

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Featured Project

Fort Smith Regional Airport

"Keeping our aircraft and air traffic controllers safe."

ACE Fence Company installed the perimeter security fencing at Fort Smith Regional Airport — protecting the runway, the tower, and the people who keep our skies safe.

ACE Fence Co. · Since 1963

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