Picture Rocks is horse country, desert acreage, and wide-open space just northwest of Tucson, where property lines run long and fences define the working landscape. Block walls handle the perimeter security on most lots, but wood and vinyl fencing, gates, and automatic driveway systems are what make a ranch functional, a pool safe, and an RV yard secure.
Tucson Fence Company has served Picture Rocks and the surrounding Tucson area since 2015. We understand the specific demands of rural desert property: the caliche hardpan that makes post-hole digging slow and sometimes requires specialized equipment, the relentless UV sun that degrades untreated wood and fades powder coating far faster than anywhere back east, and the monsoon winds that can flatten a fence section in seconds. We show up with the right tools, the right crew, and honest guidance about what will hold and what will not.
Fence and Gate Work in Picture Rocks (85743)
Picture Rocks property runs the full spectrum: small residential lots with pool enclosures and side-yard privacy fencing, larger acreage with ranch and farm fencing, and everything in between. The defining local challenge is caliche, the cemented hardpan that lies just below the desert surface. Digging post holes here is not like digging in loam. We often need to auger through it or, on stubborn jobs, bring in a jackhammer. That takes time and the right equipment, which we have. We know the terrain, and we price honestly for it.
The second reality is sun. Wood that is left untreated will split and check within a season or two under Picture Rocks UV. Pressure-treated pine holds longer than cedar, but both need sealing on a shorter cycle than you would expect in a humid climate. Powder-coated metal fencing and gates will fade faster here than in most of the country. We help you choose materials that make sense for the desert and the long term, and we install them right the first time so they do not need to be replaced in five years.
Our team has been installing and repairing fences and gates across Picture Rocks and the greater Tucson area for nearly a decade. We are fully insured, with general liability and workers' compensation coverage, and we are members of the American Fence Association.
Our services in Picture Rocks
- Wood & Privacy Fence Installation in Picture Rocks · Houston's classic 6-ft cedar privacy fence, built for Gulf humidity.
- Vinyl & PVC Fence Installation in Picture Rocks · Low-maintenance vinyl privacy, picket and ranch-rail fencing that shrugs off…
- Chain Link Fence Installation in Picture Rocks · Galvanized and black vinyl-coated chain link for yards…
- Aluminum & Ornamental Iron Fencing in Picture Rocks · Powder-coated aluminum and ornamental iron fencing for pools…
- Fence Repair in Picture Rocks · Leaning sections, broken pickets, sagging gates and wind-damaged panels…
- Storm Damage Fence Repair in Picture Rocks · After a hurricane, derecho or spring storm we rebuild fallen sections fast…
- Fence Post Repair & Replacement in Picture Rocks · Houston's expansive clay soil heaves posts and rots them at the ground line…
- Gate Installation & Repair in Picture Rocks · Custom wood, vinyl and metal gates built square and hung right.
- Automatic & Driveway Gates in Picture Rocks · Sliding and swing driveway gates with professional-grade openers…
- Pool Fence Installation in Picture Rocks · Aluminum, mesh and glass pool barriers installed to meet Texas and local pool…
- Fence Replacement & Removal in Picture Rocks · Complete tear-out, haul-away and rebuild…
- Fence Staining & Restoration in Picture Rocks · Professional cleaning, brightening and stain-sealing for cedar fences.
- Commercial & Temporary Fencing in Picture Rocks · Commercial chain link, security fencing…
- Farm & Ranch Fencing in Picture Rocks · Ranch rail, no-climb horse fence…
How a Fence Job Works in Picture Rocks
Step 1: Free On-Site Assessment. Call us at (520) 351-0669 or request a quote online. We come out to your property, walk the fence line with you, and look at what you have and what you need. We talk about your goals, the local code requirements (Picture Rocks and Pima County have specific rules on height, setback, and corner visibility), and any HOA restrictions if your property is in a master-planned community. We also make sure you have called 811 for a utility locate before we dig any post holes. That is the law in Arizona, and we follow it every time.
Step 2: The Work. We set posts in concrete (not just tamped), space them correctly to prevent sag and racking, and use galvanized hardware or powder-coated fasteners that will not rust or corrode in the desert sun. On ranch and farm fencing, we run tension bands and stretcher bars properly so your fence stays tight for years. On residential work, we install board-on-board or side-by-side pickets, cap and trim the rails, and leave the fence line straight and square. If you are adding a gate, we hang it plumb, set self-closing and self-latching hardware if you ask for it, and test it in full swing before we leave. On automatic driveway gates, we run the operator, test the safety reverse, and make sure it opens and closes smoothly.
Step 3: Cleanup and Walkthrough. We haul away all scrap and debris, sweep the area, and walk the finished fence with you. You see the work done right, and we are done when you are satisfied.
Pricing for fence work in Picture Rocks depends on material, length, and the caliche factor. Chain link runs from $16 per linear foot on the low end. Wood privacy fencing starts around $27 per linear foot. Vinyl and PVC run $38 per foot. Ornamental metal and aluminum are $42 per foot and up. Ranch and farm fencing can be as low as $12 per foot for simple wire and post work on large acreage. Gates start at $475 for a standard residential swing gate, and automatic driveway gates begin around $2,800 installed. Fence repair work starts at $450, and a full fence replacement or removal runs $2,400 and up depending on length and material. Storm damage assessment is free. The best way to know what your job will cost is to have us come out and look. Call (520) 351-0669 for a free estimate, or use the online quote request. We will give you an honest number based on what we see on your property.
✅ AFA Member Installer (American Fence Association), fully insured and bonded for work in Picture Rocks and nearby areas.