Chain link is the fence most Lincoln Park yards already have and the lowest-cost fence to install. Before an old chain link fence comes out, note the city rule: it needs the consent of every adjoining neighbor.
Chain link is still the most common fence in Lincoln Park, and much of it is old. Galvanized fences put up decades ago are now rusting at the bottom, the top rail has pulled loose and the gate drags. We replace old chain link, repair sections that can still be saved and install new galvanized or black vinyl-coated chain link for yards, dog runs and business lots. It is the lowest-cost fence to install and it keeps a dog in without blocking the view.
Before an old chain link fence comes out in Lincoln Park, check with the neighbors. The city does not allow an existing chain link fence to be removed without the consent of all the adjoining neighbors. If they agree, we take the old fence and its concrete out and haul it away. If one of them does not, the old fence stays, and a new fence goes up at least 3 inches inside it without being attached.
For dogs, the bottom matters most. We add a tension wire or a bottom rail so the fabric cannot be pushed out, and we keep the gap at the ground small. Black coated chain link costs a little more than plain galvanized, but it blends into a yard and stands up better to road salt. Privacy slats can be added in some cities, but check first, since some Downriver towns limit their color.
Chain link in Lincoln Park: common questions
Can I take down the old chain link between my yard and my neighbor's?
In Lincoln Park, only if all adjoining neighbors agree. The city does not allow an existing chain link fence to be removed without their consent. Talk to them before you schedule the work.
Is black coated chain link worth the extra cost?
Often yes. It looks better, resists rust from salt and dust longer and costs only a little more than plain galvanized for the same height.
How do I stop my dog from digging under chain link?
Add a tension wire or bottom rail, keep the fabric close to the ground, and bury wire mesh along the line if the dog is a digger.
How it works
- Free estimate: Call, text or book online. We visit, measure and talk through options.
- Written quote: Clear pricing with material choices side by side.
- Permits & planning: We check local rules and help with permits before we dig.
- Install & clean-up: Our crew installs, cleans up and walks the finished fence with you.