Denver Fence Guys | Fence, Gate, and Access Control Company in Northglenn, CO
A+ BBB · AFA Member · 10-Year Workmanship Warranty · 17+ Years · Serving Northglenn From Nearby Commerce City
- 17+ Years of Experience
- 10-Year Workmanship Warranty
- 15-Year Wood Post Warranty
- Financing Available
Why Northglenn Needs a Specialist
Northglenn sits on expansive Front Range clay in a high-wind, high-UV climate, and its fence code is stricter than most of the Denver metro. Building a fence that stays straight and legal here takes local knowledge, not a generic crew.
Expansive Clay and a 36-Inch Frost Line
Northglenn’s expansive clay swells when wet and shrinks when dry, putting cyclical sideways pressure on fence posts, and the city sets frost depth at 36 inches. Posts set shallow heave and lean within two or three winters. We set posts to at least 36 inches in properly sized concrete footings, going deeper and wider for tall solid panels.
Chinook Winds, Hail, and Altitude UV
Front Range Chinook gusts can approach 100 mph on exposed lots and frequently run 60 to 80 mph, hail season runs from mid-April through September, and strong sun at about 5,400 feet grays wood, fades vinyl, and wears metal coatings. We build and spec for the wind load and choose materials that hold up to the sun and hail.
Freeze-Thaw Cycles
The Denver metro sees among the highest freeze-thaw counts in the country, working footings hard all winter. We set posts deep and pour footings sized to take the cycle without heaving.
Northglenn's Strict Fence Code
Most metro cities do not require a permit until 6 feet, but Northglenn requires one for any fence or screen over 30 inches, caps front-yard fences at 42 inches, sets an 8-foot citywide maximum, mandates a solid 6-foot privacy fence on certain arterial frontage, and limits which materials are allowed. We know the code and pull the permit.
Northglenn also has HOA and PUD-zoned communities like Thornton Park and The Canyons with their own rules, and the City Building Division handles permits, both of which we cover below.
Fences and Gates We Build in Northglenn
Residential and Commercial Fencing
Fences for homes and businesses, including security, privacy, agricultural, and pool fencing.
Wood and Cedar Fencing
Wood and cedar fence, backed by our 15-year wood post warranty available only through Denver Fence Guys.
Copper Wood Fencing
One of our signature offerings, copper wood fencing for a distinctive, durable, long-lasting natural fence you will not find at most contractors.
Composite and Vinyl Fencing
Low-maintenance composite and vinyl fence with Trex Fencing, Bufftech, and Plygem.
Ornamental Iron Fencing
Decorative ornamental iron fence with Ameristar for a strong, classic look.
Chain Link Fencing
Residential and commercial chain link for yards, sites, and enclosures.
Brick and Precast Concrete Fencing
Masonry brick and precast concrete fence, including Signature Stone systems, for a solid permanent wall.
Gates
Residential swing, slide, cantilever, pedestrian, and decorative gates, plus commercial slide, cantilever, vertical pivot, barrier arm, rolling, chain link, and wire mesh gates in steel, aluminum, wrought iron, wood, vinyl, chain link, and composite, with design, fabrication, installation, and safety features.
Gate Automation
Slide and swing gate operators with LiftMaster, Chamberlain, Linear, DoorKing, Viking, Apollo, HySecurity, FAAC, and Maximum Controls, installed with the required safety features.
Access Control
Keypad entry, card readers, and remote control systems to manage who comes through your gate.
Fence Repair
Inspection, component replacement, rust removal and treatment, regular fixing, and emergency repairs.
Fence Maintenance
Cleaning, staining and painting, sealing, vegetation trimming, and regular inspections to extend a fence’s life.
Fence Materials Supply
Cedar pickets, rails, and posts, copper wood and steel posts, hardware, latches, hinges, and accessories, with delivery, installation assistance, and design consultation.
HOA and Permitting in Northglenn
HOAs, PUDs, and Master-Planned Communities
Northglenn has communities including Thornton Park, The Canyons, Sage Creek Estates, Orchard Glen, and Park Rise, plus established Hillcrest. Older neighborhoods follow straight zoning while newer subdivisions follow Planned Unit Development rules unique to each filing. We confirm requirements before installing.
What Review Typically Covers
Colorado associations under the Common Interest Ownership Act review fence material, height, color, and style, often narrowing the city’s already-restricted material list further.
HOA Approval Timeline
Architectural review typically runs 2 to 6 weeks depending on the board’s meeting schedule. Secure HOA approval before the city permit.
Permit Authority
The City of Northglenn issues fence permits through its Building Division, run by SAFEbuilt, at 11701 Community Center Drive, with submittals through the Community Core portal, regardless of whether the lot sits in Adams or Weld County. We pull the permit.
When a Permit Is Needed
Northglenn requires a building permit for any fence or screen over 30 inches, far stricter than the 6-foot threshold common across the metro, so nearly every real fence here needs one.
Heights and Materials
Front-yard fences are capped at 42 inches, the citywide maximum is 8 feet, and certain arterial frontage requires a solid fence at least 6 feet tall. Permitted materials include chain link, wood, masonry, decorative wrought iron, manufactured fencing material, and decorative tubular steel, while chicken-wire, non-fencing plastic, and plywood are prohibited.
Surveys, Setbacks, and Sight Lines
The city requires a plot plan or survey, a fence cannot block access to the water meter, it must sit at least 6 inches off a public sidewalk, and it must respect the corner vision triangle. We confirm all of it before design.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Northglenn
Hillcrest
One of Northglenn's most established neighborhoods near E.B. Rains Jr. Memorial Park and Webster Lake, under older straight zoning.
Thornton Park and The Canyons
The master-planned communities, where PUD rules and architectural review drive fence material and height.
Sage Creek Estates and Orchard Glen
HOA communities served with fences built to neighborhood standards.
Fox Run and Huron Crossing
Neighborhoods served across the 80233, 80234, 80241, 80260, and 80603 ZIP codes.
Credentials and Trust
A+ BBB Rated
Accredited with an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau.
American Fence Association Member
A member of the American Fence Association.
17+ Years of Experience
More than 17 years building fences across the north Denver metro.
10-Year Workmanship Warranty
We stand behind our work with a 10-year workmanship warranty.
15-Year Wood Post Warranty
A 15-year wood post warranty available only through Denver Fence Guys.
Financing Available
Financing options including 6 months with no interest and no payments, plus a 15-month no-interest option.
Best Quality Materials and Affordable Pricing
Quality materials on every job at fair, affordable pricing.
Find Denver Fence Guys
- Business Name: Denver Fence Guys
- Address: 5455 Dahlia St Unit B, Commerce City, CO 80022
- Phone: (720) 203-0550
- Hours: Open 24/7
- Certifications: A+ BBB Accredited, American Fence Association Member
- Website: denverfenceguys.com
Ready to Start Your Project in Northglenn?
Your first step is a free quote. Tell us about your fence, gate, or access control project, whether it is a copper wood privacy fence or an automated commercial gate, and we will help you bring it to life, built for the local clay and to the city’s code and backed by our warranties and financing. Call (720) 203-0550 any time, or send your name, phone or email, and a brief project description.