Mature trees, shared lines and tight back yards
On older lots, roots and low branches shape the fence line. Large trees close to the boundary can lift a fence, drop limbs on it or make post holes difficult, and the shade they cast keeps wood damp. Shared fences between neighbors are also common here, so a replacement often touches two yards and a conversation.
Back yards in established neighborhoods can be small and well planted. Patios, sheds, play sets and garden beds crowd the edges, and the crew needs room to work without trampling them. We note what is near the fence line during the visit and plan how to protect it.
