Fence Installation in Essex, MD
Essex sits out on the peninsula between the Middle River and the Back River, close to the Chesapeake Bay — a waterfront, boating-community feel that's different from anywhere else on our service list. Stackus Fence Co builds wood, vinyl, and chain link fences for homes throughout Essex, and we pay attention to the extra wear that humidity and waterfront exposure put on materials out here. We're licensed, insured, family-owned, and based in Cockeysville.
Fence services we offer in Essex
Wood fences — privacy, picket, split rail, post-and-rail, shadow box, dog ear, and stockade styles
Vinyl fencing
Chain link installation and repair
Custom gates and ornamental fencing
Fence repair (wood, vinyl, and chain link)
Dog barriers and pet enclosures
Pool and A/C equipment enclosures
Garden enclosures and handrails
Retaining walls and deck staining
Mailbox posts and trash enclosures
Why Essex homeowners choose Stackus Fence
We're a small, family-owned company — the crew that quotes your job is the crew that builds it. We're fully licensed (MHIC #157746) and insured, and we know to ask early whether a property is close enough to the water to fall under Chesapeake Bay Critical Area rules, so there are no permit surprises partway through the job.
Our process
We come out for a free, no-obligation estimate and walk the property line with you.
We help you choose the right material and style for your property and budget — including materials that hold up well to waterfront humidity.
If a permit is required, including any Critical Area review for water-adjacent properties, we handle the paperwork.
We install your fence and clean up the site when we're done.
We walk the finished fence with you before we consider the job complete.
Areas we serve in Essex
We work throughout Essex and the 21221 zip code, including neighborhoods along Eastern Boulevard and properties near Cox's Point Park, Martin State Airport, and the Middle River and Back River shorelines.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a permit to install a fence in Essex? Essex is Baltimore County jurisdiction, so the standard county rule applies: a permit is required for any fence 42 inches or taller, with front yards capped at 42 inches and side/rear yards up to 6 feet (higher with a setback). There's an important exception for Essex specifically: Baltimore County requires a permit for a fence at any height on property within the Chesapeake Bay Critical Area, which can include land close to the Middle River, Back River, or the Bay itself. We can't determine your exact Critical Area boundary from an address alone, so we confirm it with the county as part of the estimate if your property is anywhere near the water.
What's the best fence material for a waterfront or near-water property? Vinyl and pressure-treated wood tend to hold up better than untreated wood against the extra humidity and salt air common near Essex's shoreline. We'll talk through what fits your property, your budget, and how close you are to the water.
How long does a fence installation take? Most residential jobs in Essex are completed within a few days to about a week, depending on fence length, material, and whether a permit or Critical Area review is needed first.
How much does it cost to install a fence in Essex, MD? Cost depends on material, fence length, gates, and site conditions like slope or obstructions, so we don't quote a number without seeing the property. A free on-site estimate is the fastest way to get an accurate price.
Get a free estimate
Ready to talk about your fence? Call us at (443) 281-9626 or request a free estimate online.