Haverford, home to Haverford College, is full of historic homes that deserve fencing with the same sense of permanence. The community spans Delaware and Montgomery Counties and falls in both Haverford Township and Lower Merion Township. 76 FENCE Main Line installs fences throughout Haverford (19041), helping homeowners add privacy, safety and curb appeal without clashing with a classic house.
Start with the permit
Because Haverford crosses a township line, the first question is always which municipality you’re in. Both Haverford Township and Lower Merion Township commonly require a fence permit or zoning review. Rules vary; we check them for you, and if your home is in a historic district or HOA, we help with any design review too. We also submit the PA One Call (811) locate request at least three business days before digging. More details live on our fence permits page.
Matching the fence to a historic home
Historic houses tend to look best with traditional fence lines. A picket fence in painted wood or white vinyl frames a front walk. Black aluminum offers the look of wrought iron with far less upkeep. For backyards, we often recommend cedar privacy fencing with a simple cap, or a semi-privacy design where you want airflow and softer shadows on garden beds.
Built for our soil and winters
Older lots bring mature tree roots and, in much of the region, clay-heavy and rocky soils. We plan post placement to avoid major roots and set posts below the frost line, typically 30″–36″ in our area; local code governs. That keeps the fence straight through freeze-thaw winters and heavy spring rains.
- Free estimates and zero dispatch fees.
- Licensed and insured, with permits, HOA approvals and 811 handled.
- Manufacturer warranty coverage honored on every fence we install.
- Old fence tear-out and haul-away available.
Materials Haverford homeowners choose
Cedar
Cedar offers natural warmth and weathers gracefully alongside older homes.
Vinyl
White or tan vinyl stays clean with a hose and never needs paint.
Aluminum
Black aluminum gives an iron look without rust.
Replacing an old fence
Many Haverford projects start with a fence that has simply reached the end of its life: leaning posts, rotted boards or a gate that won’t latch. Sometimes a repair is enough, and we’ll tell you if it is. When replacement makes more sense, we remove the old fence, haul it away and install the new one, usually in about a day or two on site once materials arrive. Weather can shift schedules, and we’ll keep you posted if it does. If you’re weighing options, our pricing guide explains what drives the cost of a new fence.
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Pool and pet safety
If you have a pool, your barrier must be at least 48 inches high under the Pennsylvania UCC, with self-closing, self-latching gates that open outward, away from the pool; your township inspector has final say. We build pool fences with that in mind. For dog owners, we keep the fence bottom close to grade and use secure latches so pets stay put. Our best fence for dogs guide explains the options.
Not sure where to start? Browse our fence styles for ideas, then bring a few favorites to your walkthrough. We’ll tell you honestly which ones suit your home, your lot and your township’s rules.
Nearby towns we serve
Haverford neighbors Ardmore and Bryn Mawr, and we install fences in both. See all the communities we serve, or call or text 484-779-6307 to book your free estimate.