Chain Link Fences: Galvanized and Black Vinyl-Coated

Chain link doesn’t win beauty contests, and it doesn’t need to. When you have a big yard, a dog that needs room, a ball field or a commercial lot to secure, it gets the job done for less than most other materials. 76 FENCE BucksMont installs galvanized and black vinyl-coated chain link across Bucks County and eastern Montgomery County, for homes, schools, parks and businesses.

Two kinds of chain link

Galvanized

The classic silver chain link. The steel is coated with zinc to resist rust. It’s the most budget-friendly option and holds up well for utility areas, dog runs and commercial sites where looks come second.

Black vinyl-coated

The same steel core with a black vinyl coating over the wire, usually paired with black posts and rails. It blends into trees and lawns far better than silver and adds another layer of protection. Many homeowners who “hate chain link” are surprised by how little they notice the black version.

Where chain link makes the most sense

What chain link won’t do

Chain link doesn’t give privacy. Privacy slats can be woven into the mesh for some screening, but if blocking the view is your main goal, a solid wood or vinyl fence will do it better. Chain link is also easier to climb than most fences, which matters for pools and some security uses. Pool barriers have specific code requirements, so we’ll talk about whether chain link fits before you commit.

Real-world examples

If you have an acre in upper Bucks and a pair of energetic dogs, a black vinyl-coated chain link fence around the back can give them room without the upkeep of wood. If you have a vegetable garden that deer keep raiding, taller chain link can be part of a deer fencing plan. If you manage a community with tennis courts, chain link is the standard for a reason: it stops balls and stays visible.

Installation details

A good chain link fence depends on tight mesh and solid posts. Terminal posts at corners, ends and gates carry the tension of the whole run, so they get set especially well. Our crew sets posts with local frost depth in mind, commonly around 30 to 36 inches in southeast PA, and local code governs. On rocky ground in central and upper Bucks County, we plan for the extra effort rock takes. Chain link also handles gentle slopes well because the mesh can follow the ground.

Height and layout

Chain link can be built at different heights, from a low fence that just marks a play area to taller runs for ball fields and commercial lots. The right height depends on what you’re keeping in or out and on your municipality’s rules, which vary. We’ll check those before we build and handle the permit. It also helps to think about where the fence meets the house, the shed or the driveway, since gaps at those spots are where dogs usually find a way out.

Gates

Chain link gates come in walk-through widths and wide double drive gates for mowers, trucks or equipment. Commercial sites can use heavy-duty swing or slide gates. We’ll match gate width to how you actually use the space.

Caring for chain link

• Keep vines from growing into the mesh, where they can stretch it and trap moisture
• Check gate hinges and latches each spring
• Look for loose ties or sagging mesh after storms and falling limbs
• Rinse off road salt near driveways and sidewalks

Get a chain link estimate

Estimates are free, with no dispatch fee. We handle permits and the PA One Call (811) request, and we offer and honor manufacturer warranty coverage on every fence we install. Call 215-602-4334 for central and upper Bucks County, or 610-477-7080 for lower Bucks and eastern Montgomery County.