Picket fence installation in metro Atlanta
Classic wood picket fencing — Virginian, scalloped, dog-ear, Nantucket, and French Gothic styles in cedar or pressure-treated pine. Crisp curb appeal, installed across metro Atlanta with a free on-site estimate.
Atlanta’s picket fence installation experts
Looking for picket fence contractors near you? FenceWorks of Georgia has handled wood picket fence installation across metro Atlanta since 2006 — flat-top Virginian, square Nantucket, capped, dog-ear, pointed French Gothic, and scalloped profiles in cedar or pressure-treated pine, with matching walk and driveway gates. Browse the styles below, then get a free on-site estimate. (Want a solid fence instead? See our wood privacy fences.)
Picket fences at a glance
- Cost: about $10–20 per foot installed — height, the wood, picket spacing, top profile, and gates move the price
- Height: most picket fences are 3–4 ft — low enough that most front-yard height limits allow them
- Spacing: 2½-inch picket gaps are standard; a tighter 1½-inch gap keeps small dogs in — or pick any spacing you like
- Wood: pressure-treated pine is the economical choice (give it about 3 months to dry before staining); cedar naturally resists rot, stays straighter, and takes paint or stain right away
- Styles: flat-top Virginian, square Nantucket 2×2, capped, dog-ear, pointed French Gothic, and scalloped or negative-scallop tops — plus matching walk and driveway gates
- Upkeep: clean and refresh the paint or stain every few years, and swap the occasional cracked picket
Exact pricing comes from a free, itemized on-site estimate — layout, gates, and HOA or permit rules vary by property.
Picket fence builders for all of metro Atlanta — including Decatur, Dunwoody, Brookhaven, Chamblee, Duluth, and Peachtree Corners. We serve 27 cities, Smyrna to Dacula and beyond.
Classic spaced picket fences
The white picket fence is an American icon — used to mark property lines since the nation’s founding. Ours come in evenly spaced flat-top Virginian, square Nantucket, and capped profiles. Some call it the “friendly fence”: open and low enough to say hello to a neighbor over, perfect for front yards and garden borders.
Scalloped & arched picket fences
A softer, decorative line – scalloped and negative-scallop tops that curve between posts, plus arbor entries that frame a walkway or garden gate.
Dog-ear, Gothic & picket gates
Distinctive tops and matching access – spaced dog-ear, pointed French Gothic, and picket gates built to match your fence.
Cedar vs. pressure-treated pine for a picket fence
Both make a classic picket fence — a pressure-treated pine picket fence is the budget pick, a cedar picket fence the long-haul choice. The quick comparison:
| Pressure-treated pinethe budget-friendly pick | Cedarthe premium pick | |
|---|---|---|
| Typical lifespan | About 10–20 years with regular upkeep | 20–25+ years with the same care |
| Rot & insects | Resists rot and termites through pressure treatment | Naturally rot- and insect-resistant — no treatment needed |
| Paint & stain | Needs about 3 months to dry first | Ready for paint or stain right away |
| Cost tier | The budget-friendly wood | The premium wood — costs more upfront, lasts longer |
Dreaming of a crisp white picket fence? Both woods take paint beautifully — pine just needs its drying window first. Get my free quote →
How much does a picket fence cost in Atlanta?
$10–20/ft
Typical, Installed
What a picket fence costs. Most picket fences run about $10–20 per foot installed. Height, length, the wood, the picket spacing and top profile, gates, and tearing out an old fence all move the price. Exact pricing comes from a free on-site estimate.
Want to add some classic curb appeal?
Get a free on-site estimate and a clear, itemized quote — usually within the same week.
Why homeowners choose FenceWorks for picket fencing
The classic look that makes a home — from the picket fence company metro Atlanta neighbors have trusted since 2006.
Timeless curb appeal
The classic look that makes a home — in flat-top, scalloped, Gothic, and Nantucket profiles, painted crisp white or stained to suit your home. A well-kept picket fence is one of the simplest ways to add property value.
Cedar or pressure-treated pine
We help you choose the right wood and finish, set every post 2 feet deep in concrete, and build for Georgia’s heat and humidity.
Backed since 2006
Licensed, insured, and rated 4.9★ by 900+ metro-Atlanta neighbors, with a written workmanship warranty and the $10,000 TrustDALE Make It Right Guarantee.
How it works
From first call to finished picket fence — three simple steps.
Free on-site estimate
We walk your fence line, take measurements, and go over picket styles and tops, pine vs cedar, spacing, gates, and any HOA or permit questions.
A clear, itemized quote
You see exactly what drives the price — footage, height, the wood, and gates — usually within the same week. Financing is available through Wisetack.
Install day
Your crew sets every post in concrete, builds the fence on-site, hauls away the debris, and leaves your yard clean.
What neighbors say about their picket fences
4.9 · 900+ verified Google reviews — these from picket and wood fence projects
★★★★★
I had a large fence put around my yard and then a picket fence at the end of my driveway and everything turned out perfect! I was very pleased with the work Goyo did, he was very good and patient with me when I had a specific vision in mind for my picket fence. Johnathan was great at overseeing my project as well! I would highly recommend Fenceworks!
— Meagan C., Dunwoody
★★★★★
I had my 18 year-old picket fence replaced by FenceWorks. The quoting and scheduling were handled by Cody, and the on-site replacement was done by Victor. Both Victor and Cody did a superb job. They were knowledgeable, efficient, on-time and professional. The cost was competitive and reasonable. I will call FenceWorks again when I need fence work done. They are the best I have seen.
— Chuck
★★★★★
Fence works has installed 3 wood fences and a metal gate, all different styles, at different properties for me and all have turned out great. The sales people listen and the installers are professional. I would work with them again.
— Brent P., Atlanta
★★★★★
Meyo and crew did a fantastic job installing our privacy wood fence. Prompt arrival to pre-cutting , post, and new gate. Highly recommend Fenceworks!
— Pamela S.
Verified Google reviews from FenceWorks picket and wood fence customers.
Picket fence FAQ
Quick answers on cost, styles, spacing, construction, wood, and upkeep.
How much does a picket fence cost in Atlanta?
Picket fencing is priced by the linear foot and depends on height (most are 3-4 ft), the wood (cedar vs pressure-treated pine), the picket spacing and top profile, and any gates or old-fence removal. Because the pickets are spaced, they often use less material than a solid privacy fence. We give free, itemized on-site estimates. As a 2026 ballpark, most picket fences run about $10–20 per foot installed.
What picket styles do you offer?
Flat-top Virginian, square Nantucket 2×2, capped, pointed French Gothic, dog-ear, and scalloped or negative-scallop tops – plus matching walk and driveway gates. We’ll show you samples of each on-site. Prefer no-paint upkeep? We also install vinyl picket fences.
How far apart are the pickets – will a picket fence keep my dog in?
Our standard picket gap is 2½ inches — the open, decorative look with plenty of airflow. A 3-4 ft picket fence keeps small children and most dogs safely in the yard while still letting you keep an eye on them — and it does a fine job keeping stray animals and solicitors out. For small dogs that might slip between pickets, we can tighten the spacing to a pet-friendly 1½-inch gap — or build any custom spacing you like — or add a solid section where you need it. (Fencing a pool? Pool barriers have stricter spacing rules — see our pool fence guide.)
Cedar or pressure-treated pine for a picket fence?
Pressure-treated pine is the economical choice and resists rot and termites; cedar is naturally rot-resistant, stays straighter, and takes paint or stain beautifully – a crisp white is the classic picket look. We install both. One timing note: pressure-treated pine needs about 3 months to dry before it’s stained or painted, while cedar is ready for stain right away.
How are your picket fences and gates built?
Every post is set 2 feet deep in concrete — the footing that keeps a fence straight through Georgia’s heat, humidity, and red clay — and the fence is built on-site to follow your yard. Gates are framed with cedar 2x4s to prevent sagging, and for wide or heavily used gates we can add an aluminum or steel frame as an upgrade. Our standard gate hardware is powder-coated double-strap hinges set with galvanized screws and a padlockable black latch with a full-grip handle — and we can fit any hinge or latch style your job calls for.
How tall can a picket fence be, and do I need a permit or HOA approval?
Picket fences are usually 3-4 ft – low enough that most front-yard height limits allow them, which is part of their appeal. Some cities still require a permit and many HOAs require approval before installation; we help with the layout and specs.
How much maintenance does a wood picket fence need?
Plan to clean it and refresh the paint or stain every few years, and swap the occasional cracked picket. Left unsealed, wood can take on water, rot, and eventually sag or warp — so a little upkeep goes a long way. Cedar naturally resists rot, and pressure-treated pine is treated against rot and termites. Want the look with no painting at all? See our composite fencing.