Agricultural & Farm Fencing in Sacramento, CA
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By Dominic Vella, Licensed C-13 Fencing Contractor (#979657) • Fantastic Fence
Low Maintenance. Long Lasting. Built for Sacramento.
When it comes to securing your farm or ranch, there’s no room for guesswork. Fantastic Fence has installed countless agricultural fences across the greater Sacramento region, and we build every one to do a specific job: keep your animals safely in, keep predators and trespassers out, and stand up to clay soil, summer heat, and Delta winds for decades.
We serve farms and rural properties throughout Sacramento, Placer, El Dorado, Yolo, Yuba, and Nevada Counties — including Wilton, Elk Grove, Galt, Wheatland, Loomis, Lincoln, Auburn, Davis, Woodland, and the surrounding areas. Whatever you’re raising, we’ll help you match the right fence to the job and your budget.
Small or valuable animals (horses, goats, dogs, poultry)? Go with woven “no-climb” wire for a true barrier in and out.
Large livestock on big acreage? Barbed wire or wood corral is cost-effective and strong.
Want it to last? Ask us about hidden steel posts — in our clay soil they can roughly double the life of the fence.
Which Agricultural Fence Is Right for You?
Every property is different. Use this quick comparison to narrow your options, then read the details below.
Cost key: $ = most economical, $$$ = higher material/labor. Final pricing depends on footage, terrain, and gates.
Types of Agricultural Fences We Install
Our most versatile farm fence and the best all-around choice for mixed herds. Woven wire creates a solid barrier that contains animals large and small while keeping predators out.
Our preferred mesh
Red Brand 12.5-gauge silver steel woven wire with 2” x 4” spacing — it reliably contains horses, dogs, goats, cattle, sheep, and rabbits.
Posts
Installed with driven T-posts or treated peeler cores, making it cost-effective across long runs.
Heights
Available in 4, 5, and 6 feet; commonly installed from 330-foot rolls.
Barbed-wire topper option
A single strand on top discourages wildlife from jumping over and keeps cattle and horses from leaning over and pushing the fence down.
The simplest, lowest-cost option — ideal for large livestock on big acreage. Barbed wire attaches to a T-post every 10 feet and ties off to tension posts every few hundred feet.
Honest heads-up:
Barbed wire will not keep small animals, pets, or wildlife in or out, and it isn’t a safe choice for horses. If that’s your goal, woven wire is the better fence.
Durable and secure without blocking visibility — a strong fit for poultry runs and smaller enclosures where security matters. It costs a bit more than wire fence but is heavier and longer-lasting. Explore our chain link fencing.
The look of wood with far less upkeep — no painting, weather- and pest-resistant, usually built as a 3-rail or 4-rail system. It’s a popular ranch-rail choice in Auburn, Loomis, Penryn, Galt, and Davis. Add woven-wire mesh to contain smaller animals. See our vinyl fencing.
Benefits of a New Agricultural Fence
Animal safety & containment
The right fence keeps livestock where they belong and predators where they don’t.
Controlled grazing
Section pastures to manage diet, rotate forage, and prevent overgrazing.
Crop protection
Keep wildlife and stray animals out of the work you’ve put in.
Property value
Unlike a solid fence, chain link keeps sightlines open so staff and cameras can see the perimeter — a real security advantage.
Low-maintenance options
Vinyl and steel-post systems keep upkeep to a minimum for years.
Why Choose Fantastic Fence
Licensed & proven
California Contractor’s License #979657, with 1,000+ five-star Google reviews (2,000+ across all platforms).
Our own crews
never subcontractors: Every fence is installed by W-2 Fantastic Fence employees who are accountable to our standards.
Built on site, piece by piece
We don’t drop in prefab panels — we build each fence to fit your land, including uneven and sloped terrain.
Three local offices
Rocklin, Sacramento, and Elk Grove, serving the greater Sacramento region.
We also repair:
Sagging gates, leaning posts, and storm damage — see our fence repair
1,000+ Five-Star Reviews
“From start to finish, Fantastic Fence was incredible. They installed a beautiful redwood privacy fence that completely transformed our backyard. The crew was professional, efficient, and respectful of our property.”
“We needed a fence replacement and these guys delivered. The redwood looks amazing and they finished ahead of schedule. Very happy with the hidden steel posts upgrade—worth every penny.”
“Best decision we made for our home. The crew was on time every day, answered all our questions, and the fence looks perfect. Five stars isn’t enough!”
“Quality workmanship at a fair price. Our redwood fence has held up beautifully. The installation was seamless and the team really knows what they’re doing.”
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Serving Farms & Ranches Across the Sacramento Region
Our agricultural fencing crews work throughout Sacramento, Placer, El Dorado, Yolo, Yuba, and Nevada Counties. We regularly install farm and ranch fencing in Wilton, Elk Grove, Galt, Wheatland, Plumas Lake, Loomis, Penryn, Lincoln, Rocklin, Auburn, Meadow Vista, Colfax, Davis, Woodland, West Sacramento, Marysville, Yuba City, and the surrounding rural communities. See all areas we serve.
Not sure whether we cover your area? Give us a call—chances are we do.
Agricultural Fencing FAQs
The questions we hear most from farm and ranch owners across the Sacramento region — answered the Fantastic Fence way.
What’s the best fence for horses?
For horses, safety comes first. We recommend woven “no-climb” wire with tight 2” x 4” spacing so a hoof can’t pass through and get caught — the leading cause of serious fence injuries. Pairing it with a top rail or board improves visibility and stops horses from leaning the wire down.
We steer horse owners away from barbed wire. A panicked horse can tangle in it and suffer severe, sometimes career- or life-ending injuries. Typical horse fence height runs 54 to 60 inches.
What fence keeps predators out and small animals in?
Woven (no-climb) wire is the answer. Because the mesh runs all the way to the ground with no climbable gaps, it keeps coyotes and stray dogs out while keeping goats, sheep, poultry, and pets safely inside. Barbed wire and widely spaced rail fences won’t do this on their own — they need woven-wire mesh added.
Woven wire vs. barbed wire — which should I choose?
It comes down to what you’re containing. Barbed wire is the most economical option for large livestock on big acreage, but it won’t hold or exclude small animals and isn’t horse-safe. Woven wire costs more but gives you a true two-way barrier for mixed herds, smaller animals, and predator control. Many owners run woven wire on the perimeter and use barbed wire only where they’re fencing large cattle pastures.
How tall should a livestock fence be?
- Cattle: roughly 48–52 inches.
- Horses: 54–60 inches, depending on breed.
- Sheep & goats: about 40–48 inches, with tight mesh — goats are escape artists.
Wood corral fencing is commonly built around 5 feet. We’ll confirm the right height for your animals during the on-site visit.
How long does an agricultural fence last?
It depends mostly on the posts. Chain link can last 30–50 years; woven wire commonly runs 20+ years; vinyl lasts for decades with almost no upkeep. Wood is the wildcard — in Sacramento’s clay soil, posts are usually what fail first. That’s why we offer hidden steel posts, which can roughly double the lifespan of the fence.
How deep should fence posts go — and why do posts fail in our soil?
As a rule of thumb, a post should be set about one-third of its total length into the ground, over a gravel drainage base. Our local clay soil holds moisture against wood posts, and modern pressure-treated lumber rots faster than older formulations — the most common reason posts fail. For depth specifics, see our guide on how deep fence posts should be set.
How much does agricultural fencing cost?
Cost depends on total footage, the fence type, your terrain, and how many gates you need. As a rough order, barbed wire is the most economical, followed by woven wire, then wood corral and chain link. The best way to get a real number is a free on-site estimate — or try our fence price calculator for a quick ballpark.
Protect Your Land, Livestock & Crops
From goats and sheep to horses, cattle, poultry, and crops, we build the right fence for your property — piece by piece, on site, by our own crews. Schedule your free on-site consultation today.
Rocklin (916) 790-7100 Sacramento (916) 248-5518
Elk Grove (916) 345-0142
Licensed #979657 • Bonded & Insured • Serving Sacramento, Placer, El Dorado, Yolo, Yuba & Nevada Counties
