How to Prep Your Yard for a New Fence

A simple guide from Western Fence, Utah’s favorite fence people

Getting a new fence is kind of like getting a new haircut. It instantly levels up the whole look, but there’s a little prep work that makes the final result way better. The good news is that fence prep is way easier than growing out bangs.

Here’s everything you need to do before our crew shows up and starts making your yard look amazing.

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1. Know Where Your Property Line Actually Is

Listen. We love confidence, but “I think it’s around here somewhere” is not the vibe.
Check your plat map, talk to the city if needed, or mark what you do know.
This avoids neighbor drama, awkward conversations, and fences that need to move later.

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2. Call 811 Before You Dig

This isn’t a suggestion. It’s a must.
Utah requires utilities to be marked before any digging happens. It keeps everyone safe and keeps your yard from becoming a surprise geyser.

We’ll dig the holes, but you need to get the utilities marked.

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3. Clear the Fence Line Like You’re Hosting a Party

Move kids’ toys, lawn décor, your cousin’s broken trampoline, garden boxes, and anything else that could block the install.
Think of it like rolling out a red carpet for your new fence.

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4. Trim Back Anything Trying to Become a Tree

Bushes, branches, vines, the neighbor’s shrubs that decided to migrate.
If it touches the line, trim it.
It speeds up the install and helps the fence last longer.

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5. Make Sure Pets Have a Backup Plan

Dogs, cats, goats, emotional support chickens… we’ve seen it all.
The fence area will be open during installation, so make sure your pets have a safe place to hang out.

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6. Be Accessible

We don’t need cookies, but we won’t turn them down.
What we do need is access to the yard, a clear path for equipment, and someone available if we have questions.

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7. Get Excited

You’re about to have a fence that actually looks good and does its job.
Privacy, safety, curb appeal, the whole thing.
This is the glow-up your yard deserves.
A simple guide from Western Fence, Utah’s favorite fence people