Service
Board-on-Board Fencing
Overlapping pickets that keep the fence line solid as the wood moves.
About board-on-board fencing
Board-on-board construction overlaps each picket with its neighbour. As the wood dries and shrinks, the overlap keeps the fence looking solid instead of opening gaps.
It uses more material than a standard side-by-side privacy fence, and that shows up in the estimate. We will explain the trade-off so you can decide.
Scope
What is included, and what to think about
Typical inclusions
- Fence-line layout and grade review
- Post setting and framing
- Overlapping picket installation to the specified overlap
- Optional cap and trim where specified
- Gate installation where included
Practical considerations
Things that genuinely affect the work, said plainly before you commit.
- Uses noticeably more pickets than a side-by-side fence.
- Heavier panels place more load on posts and gate hardware.
- Overlap dimension changes both appearance and material count.
- Local rules and HOA guidelines may limit height or style.
Questions
Board-on-Board Fencing: frequently asked
Not covered here? Ask us directly — we would rather answer it before you commit than after.
Why do gaps appear between the pickets?
Wood shrinks as it dries and moves with humidity. Small seasonal gaps are normal behaviour, not a defect. If gaps matter to you, board-on-board construction overlaps the pickets so the fence stays visually solid as the wood moves.
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Let’s Talk About Your Fence Project
Tell us about your board-on-board fencing project and we will arrange a time to look at the site.