Richboro Fence Contractor

If you live in Richboro, your fence permit goes through Northampton Township. That’s the first thing to know. The second is that most Richboro homes sit in established suburban neighborhoods, where yards are finished, trees are mature and neighbors have opinions. 76 FENCE BucksMont helps you plan a fence that fits in and gets approved.

Frequently asked by Richboro homeowners

Who issues my fence permit?

Northampton Township. Richboro isn’t its own municipality, so the township’s zoning rules apply. Most fences need a permit. We prepare and file it, and we check the current rules for your lot instead of guessing at heights or setbacks.

Does my HOA need to sign off?

If your neighborhood has an HOA, probably. We handle that request alongside the permit. Our HOA fencing page explains how it works.

How long will it take?

Paperwork and the 811 call come first. We submit the PA One Call request at least three business days before digging. Once materials arrive, most residential installs take about a day or two on site. Weather can shift things.

Pools, patios and privacy

A lot of Richboro backyards have a pool, and a pool means a barrier. Under PA’s Uniform Construction Code, it needs to be at least 48 inches, with self-closing, self-latching gates that open away from the pool. The inspector has the final say.

Aluminum is the most common pick for a pool fence. It keeps the view open, won’t rust and doesn’t need painting.

For the patio side of the yard, a privacy fence in cedar, vinyl or composite gives you a place to sit without feeling watched.

Working around a mature yard

Established lots come with big trees, planting beds and sometimes an old fence that’s been there as long as the house. Our crew works around roots rather than through them, protects your beds and hauls away any old fence we take down.

Deer from the park side

Richboro is near Tyler State Park, and deer move through neighborhoods all over this part of Bucks County. If you’re protecting a garden or young trees, deer fencing needs to be tall — often 7 to 8 feet. For a regular backyard fence, we’ll talk about what to expect.

A yard the dog can’t escape

Dogs are a big reason Richboro homeowners call us. The fence that works depends on the dog. Diggers need a bottom that sits tight to the ground. Climbers do better with a fence that has no rails on the inside to use as a ladder. Jumpers need more height, within what your permit allows. And every dog needs a gate that closes and latches on its own, because someone will forget to shut it. If your dog has already figured out an older fence, tell us how they’re getting out. That usually points straight to the fix. Sometimes it’s a new fence. Sometimes it’s a better latch and some work along the bottom.

Picking a material

Around Richboro

Richboro is covered by our Lower Bucks & eastern Montgomery office at 610-477-7080. We also build in Newtown, Southampton and Warminster. See all the towns we serve.