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Wood Fences in Panama City & Pensacola

Custom Wood Fences are the Most Popular Fencing Solutions for Panama City, Florida Residents

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Wood Fences Are Awesome!

Wood Fences offer an incredible combination of strength, affordability, and style.

For many homeowners in Panama City and across Florida when someone mentions the word "fence", an image of a wood fence is what instantly comes to your mind. Perhaps this is because growing up, you or someone close to you had a wood fence around their yard. Maybe it's for another reason - but a wood fence has been the fence of the choice for many generations of homeowners.

Is a wood fence right for your? Let's find out ...

Key Benefits of Wood Fencing

No other fencing material is as versatile as wood fences making them a great choice for just about any situation.
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    Wood Fences are Affordable

    Wood fences are among the most affordable fencing options available to homeowners in the Florida Panhandle.

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    Wood Fences are Strong

    Wood fences can stand-up to high winds, harsh weather, dogs, kids, and almost anything you can throw at them!

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    Wood Fences are Beautiful

    Wood fences offer an incredible array of styles and options. You can either stain or paint your fence to get the perfect color.

Wood Fence Warranty

Property owners in the Panama City, Florida region get our exclusive warranty of wood fencing. Here are the details:


Mr Fence of Florida - Lifetime wood fence workmanship warranty

Our Lifetime Craftsmanship Warranty

For the ultimate level of protection and confidence, you can trust Mr. Fence of Florida to stand behind our work and our products!

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Product Guarantee

Wood is a natural product. It will (eventually) split, rot, splinter, and decay.

With proper care and maintenance, you can greatly extend the life of your wood fence. The fence experts at Mr Fence Florida will be happy to help you understand the steps you can take to get the most out of your fence.

However, we can only guarantee the quality of our craftsmanship and expert installation on wood fences, we cannot guarantee that the fence itself will last.

Mr. Fence of Florida character

The Mr. Fence Difference

Mr. Fence of Florida is a locally owned and operated fence company located in Panama City, Florida.

As a 3rd generation "fencer", our owner Josh Glover has emerged as a leader in the fencing industry, nationally. An active member of the American Fence Association and the Fence Workers Association, Josh has served on several fence-industry committees and has chaired the "Operations Manager Committee" which developed the curriculum for the OMS School and OMS Certification through ACI.

This means Josh literally wrote the book that teaches fence companies across the country - how to improve their operations and their businesses. He also serves as the lead instructor in the OMS certification program , delivering this content and leading the charge to improve the quality of the fencing industry across the United States.

As a leading expert in the industry, Josh also travels the country - teaching, training, and consulting with other fence contractors to help them improve their business and the industry, to serve their customers better.

We’re a customer service company that happens to install fences.

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Because every wood fencing project is unique, pricing is determined by an in-person quote from our sales team after measurements are taken. Quotes are typically provided within 24 hours of the appointment.

Yes. Color Pro wood fence pickets include a 2-year color warranty and a 10-year rot, decay, and termite warranty.

Color Pro pre-stained wood fence pickets are manufactured by Pine River Group, a family owned and operated company in Michigan. Their lumber is sustainably sourced from hand-selected cuts of southern yellow pine material and is a great product we use for many satisfied customers all across Florida.

Gate hardware is stainless steel and powder-coated to minimize rusting and withstand Florida outdoor elements.

Wood fences typically last about 15 years and can last 20 years or more with proper maintenance.

Applying a wood preservative helps seal and prevent rot from moisture and harsh weather.

Pressure-treated posts are important to prevent underground rot, and protective treatments on wood help resist decay and extend fence life.

Follow manufacturer guidance; as a general rule, stain every five years and apply sealers every two to three years.

Wet the fence and use a pressure washer with a 25-degree tip on low pressure, cleaning a few boards at a time and scrubbing stained areas as needed.

New fences typically do not require sanding; older fences benefit from sanding to remove old finishes and prepare the wood for stain.

Yes. Remove old finishes and built-up dirt with pressure washing before applying any finish.

Paint or stain every few years and keep it clean to maintain appearance and protection.

If built with dry materials, allow 1-2 months to weather. Pressure-treated posts may require 3-4 months to dry sufficiently.

Standard height is typically between 54 and 60 inches, depending on specific needs.

A shadow box fence provides privacy with a finished appearance on both sides, concealing rails compared to standard privacy fences.

It certainly can be! While the airflow is limited compared to a wood fence with widely spaced pickets, shadow-box fences are more able to withstand windy conditions than privacy fences with no spacing at all.

Yes. Sales staff can review examples and requirements during your appointment to design a custom fence.

There are many popular wood fence styles across Florida. Some styles we often install in the Panama City area include stockade, horizontal, shadow box, ranch rail, and board on board wood fence.

Many Panama City area fence companies low-ball their initial bid then come back with additional charges just before the project starts. We don't do that! Our quotes are carefully calculated so you know what to expect when you hire us. Also, we use only top-quality products and experienced wood fence installers.

Quality costs a little more but is worth every penny in the long run. With our quality wood fence products, we also have the best warranty in the Panama City area by far!

Wood Fence FAQs

Have questions? Get the dirt on wood fences here.

Common questions about wood fences from Panama City FL residents

How to get a wood fence installed in Panama City

Here’s how it works.

  1. Pick your style Choose the wood fence style, height and color that suit your home and HOA.
  2. Book a free estimate We measure your yard, gates and slope on site.
  3. Approve your written quote See materials, gates, price and timeline in writing before you pay a deposit.
  4. We handle 811 and scheduling We call in utility locates and confirm your install day.
  5. We install and walk it with you Our W-2 crews build your fence with no subcontractors, backed by our Lifetime craftsmanship warranty.

Wood fence: starting price and what’s popular

  • 6 ft wood privacy: from $32/ft installed
  • Gates — Wood: walk gate from $380 · drive gate from $620
  • Old fence removal: from $6/ft, haul-off included.
  • Install time: Wood usually takes about 2 days on site. Most jobs are installed about 4 weeks after signing.
  • Most popular lately: Stockade, Shadow Box, Horizontal and Board on Board.

$1,000 job minimum. Final price depends on footage, terrain, gates and style — free estimate.

Recent wood projects

  • Panama City Beach · Wood · 20266 ft cedar shadow box with top cap and dig defense wire around the whole perimeter. Old fence torn out first. Two 3 ft walk gates.
  • Panama City · Wood · 20266 ft stockade built on top of a retaining wall, stepping down to 4 ft hog-wire fence. Old fence on the wall torn out first. Two 4 ft walk gates.
  • Lynn Haven · Wood · 2025Pool code fence: 246 ft of 6 ft cedar board-on-board. Pavers pulled with care and post concrete set flush so they could be relaid.
  • Panama City Beach · Wood · 2026About 274 ft of 8 ft cedar shadow box that steps down toward the beach end and up near the road. Full tear-out of the old fence.

Panama City wood fence installation · Wood fence cost guide · All starting prices

Book 24/7/365 · 1–2 day installs · About 4 weeks from signing to install · Wisetack financing · Lifetime craftsmanship warranty

How much does a wood fence cost in Panama City?

A 6 ft wood privacy fence starts from $32/ft installed. Wood walk gates start from $380 and drive gates from $620. $1,000 job minimum. Final price depends on footage, terrain, gates and style — free estimate.

Wood Fence FAQs

Straight answers. Prefer a full company overview? See our Panama City fence company page.


Do you give prices per foot?

Because every wood fencing project is unique, pricing is determined by an in-person quote from our sales team after measurements are taken. Quotes are typically provided within 24 hours of the appointment. Call (850) 604-0900 to book a free measure.

Is there a warranty on the wood material?

Yes. Color Pro wood fence pickets include a 2-year color warranty and a 10-year rot, decay, and termite warranty.

Where are the wood fences manufactured?

Color Pro pre-stained wood fence pickets are manufactured by Pine River Group in Michigan from sustainably sourced southern yellow pine.

What type of gate hardware do you use for wood fencing in Florida?

Gate hardware is stainless steel and powder-coated to minimize rusting and withstand Florida outdoor elements.

How long can a wood fence be expected to last in the Panama City area?

Wood fences typically last about 15 years and can last 20 years or more with proper maintenance.

What do you protect wood fencing with?

Applying a wood preservative helps seal and prevent rot from moisture and harsh weather.

Does wood fencing installed in Florida need to be treated?

Pressure-treated posts are important to prevent underground rot, and protective treatments on wood help resist decay and extend fence life.

How often should you seal your wooden fence in the Panama City area?

Follow manufacturer guidance; as a general rule, stain every five years and apply sealers every two to three years.

How do you clean a wood fence?

Wet the fence and use a pressure washer with a 25-degree tip on low pressure, cleaning a few boards at a time and scrubbing stained areas as needed.

Should I sand my fence before staining?

New fences typically do not require sanding; older fences benefit from sanding to remove old finishes and prepare the wood for stain.

Do you have to pressure wash a fence before staining?

Yes. Remove old finishes and built-up dirt with pressure washing before applying any finish.

How do I keep my wood fence looking new?

Paint or stain every few years and keep it clean to maintain appearance and protection.

How long does it take for a wood fence to dry in Florida?

If built with dry materials, allow 1-2 months to weather. Pressure-treated posts may require 3-4 months to dry sufficiently.

How high should my ranch rail fence be for horses?

Standard height is typically between 54 and 60 inches, depending on specific needs.

What is the purpose of a shadow box fence?

A shadow box fence provides privacy with a finished appearance on both sides, concealing rails compared to standard privacy fences.

Is a shadow box fence better for wind?

Shadow box designs allow some airflow and can handle windy conditions better than solid privacy fences.

Do you build custom wood fences for Florida properties?

Yes. Sales staff can review examples and requirements during your appointment to design a custom fence.

What are popular styles of wood fencing in Florida?

Popular styles include stockade, horizontal, shadow box, ranch rail, and board on board.

I found a company that will install a wood fence for less. Why are you more expensive?

Quotes are carefully calculated with top-quality products and experienced installers, and include one of the best warranties in the Panama City area.

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