Pressure-Treated Pine
$20-$35/ftA practical value choice for full backyard privacy and larger perimeter runs.
- Lower upfront cost
- Common for suburban backyards
- Needs realistic maintenance planning
Wood Fence Installation
Wood fencing that fits the lot, the neighborhood, and the budget.
Evergreen Fence installs wood fences across Greater Richmond for backyard privacy, shared property lines, pool-adjacent screening, and HOA-conscious residential upgrades. We help homeowners compare cedar, pine, board-on-board, and shadow box styles before the layout is locked in.
What usually drives the choice
Whether the fence needs maximum privacy, a better-looking shared boundary, or the lowest reasonable install cost.
How visible the fence will be from neighboring yards, the street, or HOA-controlled sightlines.
How much maintenance the owner realistically wants to take on after installation.
Cedar
$30-$45/ftA premium natural look for homeowners who want more visual warmth and natural resistance to decay.
- Richer appearance
- Strong natural character
- Higher material cost
Board-on-Board
Privacy-firstOverlapping pickets create a more finished screen along shared property lines.
- Better long-term screening
- Popular in HOA settings
- Uses more material
Shadow Box
Good-neighborA balanced layout that looks intentional from both sides and handles airflow better.
- Finished look both sides
- Less wind load
- More open than full privacy
Choosing the right wood fence style
Board-on-board is usually the stronger answer when true privacy matters because overlapping pickets keep sightlines blocked more effectively as wood naturally moves over time.
Shadow box is often the better fit when the fence sits on a shared line and both neighbors care how it looks. It reads more intentionally from both sides and handles airflow better than a solid screen.
Cedar is usually chosen for appearance. Pressure-treated pine is usually chosen for value. The best recommendation depends on the job, not on pretending both choices cost the same to own.
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Wood fence FAQs
Is cedar or pressure-treated pine better for a Richmond wood fence?
Pressure-treated pine is usually the value option for full privacy projects, while cedar is the premium natural-wood choice for homeowners who want stronger curb appeal and natural rot resistance.
What is the difference between board-on-board and shadow box fencing?
Board-on-board overlaps pickets to keep privacy stronger over time, while shadow box alternates pickets so the fence looks more balanced from both sides and allows more airflow.
How long does a wood fence last in Central Virginia?
A properly installed wood fence often lasts around 15 to 20 years or more, depending on drainage, species, sun exposure, and how consistently it is maintained.
Do wood fences work in HOA neighborhoods?
Yes, but the profile and finish matter. Board-on-board, shadow box, and cleaner stain choices are often easier approvals than rougher basic stockade layouts.