If you want a fence that looks finished the moment it goes up, with no staining and no waiting for wood to weather in, ornamental aluminum or steel is usually the answer. It’s not the fence most of our customers start out asking for, but it’s often where homeowners land once they’ve decided they want something with a polished, permanent look rather than a purely functional barrier.
What We Install
Ornamental metal fencing sits at a different price point and purpose than our other materials, and we install it with that in mind.
- Steel fencing: heavier and more rigid, and typically the more affordable of the two metal options
- Aluminum fencing: lighter weight and rust-resistant, usually a step up in cost from steel
- Decorative panel styles: to frame a front yard, pool area, or property line without blocking the view
- Matching gates: sized and hung to fit your entryway, see our fence gate installation page for details
As with every fence we build, we quote the job as a whole, your property, your layout, your gate count, rather than a flat per-foot number.
Where Ornamental Metal Makes the Most Sense
Aluminum and steel fencing works best when the goal is a visible boundary rather than full privacy: framing a front yard, enclosing a pool area, or adding a layer of security around a property without blocking sightlines. It’s a smaller share of what we install compared to chain link or wood, but for the right property, it’s the material that actually fits the job. See our chain link vs wood vs vinyl fence cost comparison for how metal fencing stacks up against our other materials.
Our Process
On-Site Estimate
We start with an on-site estimate to walk the property and confirm layout, gate placement, and any grade changes along the line.
Walkthrough and Sign-Off
We walk the fence line with you before starting and again at completion, and you sign off at both points.
Why Backyard Borders for Metal Fencing
We’ve served Greeneville and the surrounding counties for over 20 years, and while metal fencing is a smaller part of our workload than chain link or wood, it gets the same standard of installation and pricing.
- Steel as the budget-friendly metal option: more affordable than aluminum while still delivering a polished, secure look
- Manufacturer warranty included: with free repair for any build-related issue
- Priced by the job: not a generic per-foot rate
- Licensed, insured, and bonded: 20+ years of experience serving Northeast Tennessee
Frequently Asked Questions
Steel is heavier and more rigid, and it’s typically the more affordable of the two metal options. Aluminum is lighter and naturally rust-resistant, usually priced a step above steel.
Steel is generally the more budget-friendly option between the two. Aluminum tends to cost more, though it offers rust resistance that some homeowners prefer for long-term upkeep.
Very little. Aluminum won’t rust, and steel fencing typically only needs occasional attention to its protective coating to keep it looking sharp over the years.
Ornamental aluminum and steel are common choices for pool enclosures because they provide a visible boundary without blocking sightlines, which many homeowners prefer for keeping an eye on the pool area.
Yes. Every metal fence installation includes a manufacturer warranty, and any issue tied to the installation itself is repaired at no cost.
Get a Free Estimate Today
If you’re after a fence that looks intentional from day one and holds up with almost no upkeep, ornamental aluminum or steel is worth a look. Reach out to Backyard Borders for a free estimate and we’ll help you figure out which one fits your property and your budget. Contact us today to get your free metal fence estimate.