Gladwyne is one of the Main Line’s most distinctive communities: estate properties, wooded hillsides running down toward the Schuylkill River and the charm of the Gladwyne historic village. Fencing here has to handle real terrain and look refined doing it. 76 FENCE Main Line brings careful planning to every Gladwyne (19035) project, from a new driveway gate to a full perimeter.
Popular choices for estate properties
Ornamental steel
Steel with an ornamental iron look brings presence and strength to entrances and frontages.
Black aluminum
Aluminum gives a similar look with lighter weight, well suited to long runs on slopes.
Driveway gates
Swing or slide automatic gates for secure, convenient entry.
Private retreats
Cedar or composite privacy fencing around patios, pools and gardens.
Building on wooded hillsides
Many Gladwyne lots slope noticeably, and they’re often shaded by big trees. That affects everything from the panel style to post placement. Aluminum and steel panels can be racked to follow a grade smoothly, while wood and vinyl are typically stepped. We plan the line around significant roots, hand-dig near trunks, and work through the clay-heavy, rocky soils common in our area. Posts go below the frost line, typically 30″–36″ in our area; local code governs.
Wildlife, pets and pools
Wooded surroundings bring wildlife close. If you want to keep a dog in, a pet fence with tight picket spacing or added mesh helps. Pool owners need a compliant pool barrier: under the Pennsylvania UCC, at least 48 inches high with self-closing, self-latching gates that open away from the pool; your township inspector has final say.
Planning an entrance gate
For many Gladwyne properties, the driveway gate sets the tone for the whole home. A few questions shape the design early:
- Swing or slide? Swing gates suit wide, level approaches; slide gates work where space or slope is limited.
- Manual or automatic? Automatic gates add convenience and control access.
- Material and style: steel, aluminum or wood, often matched to the fence on either side.
- Clearance: room for delivery vehicles and guests to pull in comfortably.
We’ll walk the entrance with you and recommend a setup that looks right and works day to day.
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Permits in Lower Merion Township
Gladwyne is part of Lower Merion Township, which commonly requires a fence permit or zoning review. Homes in or near the Gladwyne historic village may face additional design review. Rules vary; we check them for you and prepare the application. We also submit the PA One Call (811) utility locate at least three business days before digging. See our fence permits page for how we handle it.
Privacy close to the house
Even on a large estate, the most-used spaces are usually near the house: a terrace, pool or garden. A cedar or composite privacy fence, or a horizontal design for a more modern look, creates a secluded outdoor room without fencing off the whole hillside. We’ll help you place it so it works with existing plantings and stone walls. Most residential installs take about a day or two on site once materials arrive, and weather can shift schedules.
Every fence we install is backed by manufacturer warranty coverage, which we offer and honor.
Other communities close by
Our team also serves Bala Cynwyd, Villanova and Narberth. Browse all the communities we serve or call or text 484-779-6307 to schedule a free walkthrough with zero dispatch fees.