Hickman, NE Fence Company

Fence installation and repair in Hickman

Hickman is one of the fastest-growing towns in all of Nebraska. Its population jumped 77.7 percent between 2010 and 2020, and that growth has not slowed. For a fence company, that means a steady stream of brand-new homes on brand-new lots, and a first fence is one of the earliest things a family adds once they move in.

A lot of that new construction is happening on the east side, in developments like the Terrace View subdivision off Hickman Road, built on what was open prairie not long ago. Those blank-slate backyards, close to Wagontrain and Stagecoach Lakes, are exactly the kind of lots where we do our best work: laying out a clean fence line from scratch and building it right the first time.

Fencing new construction in Hickman

On a new subdivision lot like the ones in Terrace View, the ground has usually been graded and the sod is fresh. That disturbed ground settles as it beds in, so post depth and backfill matter. We set posts deep and pack them solid so the fence does not shift while the lot finishes settling in its first year or two.

Hickman's zoning code does define and regulate homeowners associations for its subdivisions, so if your development has an HOA, it may set fence rules. We check those before we build. And because Hickman is in the Norris School District with the whole campus in town, a lot of our clients here are young families who want safe, secure backyards for kids and pets right away.

Built for Hickman soil and conditions

Lancaster County sits on silty clay loam, the same expansive clay that grips a post hard when it is dry and pushes it around when it freezes and thaws. On the freshly graded lots common in Lincoln's newer subdivisions, the topsoil has often been moved and recompacted, so setting depth and backfill matter even more. We drive posts 4 feet deep and rack panels to follow the slope on graded lots so your fence line stays clean and level from the day it goes in.

Permits and zoning in Hickman

In Lincoln, most residential fences under 7 feet do not need a building permit, but the city zoning ordinance still applies. Front-yard fences are limited to 36 inches and must be at least half open, and side and rear fences can go up to 6 feet, with sight-triangle rules near corners and streets. The outlying communities like Hickman and Waverly have their own fence permit rules. We confirm the exact requirements for your address and lot before layout, so nothing has to be moved later.

Wood & Privacy Fence

New-construction backyards here usually want privacy right after move-in. A wood privacy fence screens the yard and defines the space on a fresh lot.

Vinyl Fence

If you would rather skip staining and refinishing down the road, vinyl gives you privacy with almost no maintenance, a popular pick in newer subdivisions.

Ornamental Aluminum

On graded lots and around pools, ornamental aluminum racks cleanly to follow the slope and gives an open, upscale look that holds up for years.

Hickman Fence FAQs

I just built in a new Hickman subdivision. When should I add a fence?

Many Hickman families add a fence within the first year, once the sod is established and they know how they use the yard. On a new lot the ground is still settling, so we set posts deep and backfill solid to handle that early settling. There is no wrong time, but doing it before you have kids or dogs loose in the yard is a common, sensible choice.

Does my Hickman subdivision's HOA have fence rules?

It might. Hickman's zoning code defines and regulates homeowners associations for its subdivisions, so a development like Terrace View may have covenants covering fence height, material, or placement. We check the applicable rules for your lot before we build so your fence is compliant and approved.

Why does Hickman keep growing so fast, and does that affect fencing?

Hickman grew 77.7 percent from 2010 to 2020 as developers opened up large parcels for new subdivisions close to Lincoln. For fencing, that means a lot of new lots on former prairie with no existing fence, which is straightforward, blank-slate work. We are set up to lay out and build those fresh runs efficiently.

What fence is best for a young family in Hickman?

For families with kids and pets, a solid privacy fence with a self-closing, latching gate gives you a safe, enclosed backyard. Vinyl is popular for its low maintenance, wood for its value. If you mainly need containment on a budget, vinyl-coated chain link is durable and cost-effective. We help you pick on-site.

How do I get started on a fence in Hickman?

Call (402) 520-0537 or send your project details through the form on this page. We will set a time to look at your lot, talk through the options for a new-construction yard, and give you a free, itemized estimate.

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