Washington Crossing Fence Contractor

Washington Crossing sits along the Delaware River, next to Washington Crossing Historic Park, in Upper Makefield Township. Many homes here sit on larger wooded lots, and the setting is a big part of why people live here. The right fence protects your yard without fighting the landscape. 76 FENCE BucksMont helps you find that balance.

Wooded lots

Trees are the first thing we plan around here. Big roots, uneven ground and shade all affect where posts can go. We walk the line with you and adjust around the trees you want to keep.

On a wooded lot, many owners prefer a fence that fades into the background. Black split rail with mesh, dark aluminum or black vinyl-coated chain link can all disappear into the trees.

Near the river

Properties close to the Delaware River may fall in floodplain areas with extra rules. Solid fences can catch debris and moving water, so open designs are often the better call. Near creeks and low spots, clay soils and high water tables are common. We look at drainage around every post.

Upper Makefield Township permits

Fence permits for Washington Crossing addresses go through Upper Makefield Township. Most fences need a zoning or fence permit, and floodplain areas may add requirements. We check what applies to your property rather than guessing at heights or setbacks, and we handle the paperwork. Then we submit the PA One Call (811) request at least three business days before digging. Our permits page explains more.

Deer, gardens and young trees

Wooded land means deer, and lots of them. Deer pressure is heavy across Bucks County, and yards next to woods see the most. For a garden, orchard or young trees, deer fencing needs to be tall — often 7 to 8 feet. Black mesh is popular because it’s hard to see from a distance.

Fences that fit Washington Crossing properties

• Split rail for open, natural boundaries.
• Pool fences at least 48 inches, with self-closing, self-latching gates.
• Driveway gates for longer driveways.
• Privacy fences around a patio or pool area.

Fitting a fence to the setting

Next to a historic park and a river, the landscape is the main attraction, and a lot of owners here want a fence they barely notice. A few ways to get there. Pick dark colors; black disappears against trees far better than white. Keep it open where you can, and save solid fencing for spots that truly need privacy, like beside a pool or a patio. Follow the ground instead of fighting it; on a rolling lot, a fence that steps or follows the terrain looks more natural. And think about what you really need to enclose. Sometimes a smaller fenced area around the garden or the dog’s run does the job better than fencing the whole property.

Built for our weather

Humid summers, freeze-thaw winters, heavy spring storms and nor’easters test every fence. We set posts below the frost line, commonly around 30 to 36 inches in southeast PA, with local code having the final word. On sloped wooded lots, see our sloped yard guide.

Nearby towns we serve

Washington Crossing is covered by our Lower Bucks & eastern Montgomery office at 610-477-7080. We also serve Newtown, New Hope and Richboro. See all our service areas.