Central Alberta · Fencing
Fences that outlast the frost.
Wood, vinyl, chain-link, and ornamental fencing — posts set below the frost line so your fence is still standing straight in five years, not leaning after one.
10+
Years in the trades
4 ft
Posts set below frost line
BBB
Accredited business
JFK Surfaces fencing
Most fences fail underground, not above it.
A fence lives or dies by its posts. Set them shallow to save time and Central Alberta’s freeze-thaw cycle will heave them out of alignment within a couple of winters — no matter how good the panels look on day one.
We build fencing for backyards, acreages, and farms across Red Deer, Innisfail, Sylvan Lake, Lacombe, Olds, Ponoka, Blackfalds, Penhold, and everywhere between — wood, vinyl, chain-link, ornamental, and acreage perimeter fencing.
We don’t quote fencing over the phone. Every yard is different — length, terrain, gates, what your municipality requires. We come out, walk the line, and give you a real number in writing. Free, no pressure.
Fencing options
Every fence type, set to last.
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Wood privacy fencing
Pressure-treated for budget, cedar for looks and longevity. The most common backyard fence in Central Alberta.
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Vinyl fencing
Highest upfront cost, lowest maintenance. No painting, no rot, holds its look for decades.
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Chain-link
The practical choice for acreages, dog runs, and side yards where privacy isn't the priority.
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Ornamental & aluminum
Front-yard and pool-code fencing where appearance and sightlines matter as much as containment.
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Acreage & livestock fencing
Page-wire and page-wire-with-electric for perimeters and paddocks, plus gate installs for acreage access.
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Gates & repairs
New gate installs, post replacement, and repairs on existing fences that are leaning or damaged.
What we plan for
Frost, bylaws, and property lines.
Posts below the frost line. Set to roughly 4 feet in Central Alberta, in concrete, so frost heave doesn’t push the fence out of alignment over time.
Bylaw and permit checks. Height limits, corner-lot sightlines, and pool-fencing rules vary by municipality — we confirm before we quote.
Property line confirmation. We work off your property line or survey pins, not a guess, so there's no dispute with a neighbour down the road.
How we work
From call to finished fence.
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Call or text
Tell us the fence line and what you're trying to accomplish. A photo helps.
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Site visit
We walk the line, confirm property boundaries, and check local bylaws.
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Written quote
Real number in writing — material, post depth, gates, and timeline.
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Built & finished
Posts set and cured, panels or rails installed, gates hung. Site left clean.
Who’s building your fence
A crew that’s actually local.
JFK Surfaces was established October 1, 2018 by Fabien Joseph Quesnel and Kyla Peters. In 2024 we relocated to 36009 Highway 2A in Red Deer County — central to every town we serve.
Licensed. Insured. WCB covered. BBB accredited. Fabien brings 10+ years of hands-on trade experience. Every job is quoted, prepped, and finished by our own crew.
Also pouring concrete for a shop or pad? See our acreage concrete work.
Common questions
What Central Alberta homeowners ask us most.
What's the best fence material for Central Alberta?
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Pressure-treated wood is the most common and budget-friendly choice. Cedar costs more but ages better with less maintenance. Vinyl costs the most upfront but needs almost no upkeep. Chain-link is the practical pick for acreages and dog runs. We'll walk you through what fits your property and budget.
How deep do fence posts need to go in Alberta?
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Posts need to be set below the frost line — typically 4 feet in Central Alberta — or frost heave will push them out of the ground over a few winters. This is the step that gets skipped on cheap fence jobs and it's why so many fences lean within a few years.
Do I need a permit to build a fence?
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It depends on your municipality and the fence height — most towns allow standard-height backyard fences without a permit, but height limits, corner-lot sightline rules, and pool-fencing requirements vary. We check your local bylaw before we quote so there are no surprises.
Can you build fencing for acreages and farms?
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Yes — page-wire and page-wire-with-electric for livestock, longer perimeter runs, and gate installs for acreage access. Acreage fencing is a different scope than a backyard privacy fence and we quote it accordingly.
How long does a residential fence installation take?
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A typical backyard fence is usually 2-4 days depending on length and material. Post holes and concrete curing add time up front, so we build that into the schedule rather than rushing the part that actually holds the fence up.
Read our full fence options guide for Central Alberta or see all of our services.
Fencing quote
Come look at your line. Free.
Every fence job is different. Call Fabien or text a photo of the yard — we’ll come measure and give you a real number in writing.