When you invest in a custom fence, you’re doing more than marking boundaries; you’re creating a structure that protects, enhances, and reflects your property’s style. At AVO Fence & Supply, we know that every customer has a vision, whether it’s a charming cedar picket fence for a backyard garden or a heavy-duty vinyl privacy fence around a business property.
Our custom-design consultations make that vision come to life. In this blog, we’ll walk you through what to expect from your AVO consultation from your first idea (or rough sketch) to the finished fence that’s built to last.
Step 1: Sharing Your Vision
Every great fence project begins with a conversation. When you reach out to AVO Fence for a custom design, we’ll start by learning what you need your fence to do:
During your initial consultation, our team gathers information about your project, including:
You don’t need to arrive with a complete plan. Some of our favorite designs started as quick sketches or photos of fences you like. We’ll help shape your ideas into something buildable and beautiful.
Once your goals are identified, you can have your installer visit your property, or we can recommend an installer, if you prefer. This is one of the most important steps in ensuring a successful installation
The Installer will take detailed measurements, assess the terrain, and identify any unique conditions, such as slopes, existing structures, or vegetation that may affect your design or layout.
They will also check property boundaries and help you think through local code requirements, zoning rules, and neighborhood association guidelines. This step helps us avoid surprises later on and ensures your fence is designed to fit your property perfectly, down to the inch.
After we’ve gathered the groundwork, it’s time to bring your vision to life. Our design team uses your input and site information to create a detailed, realistic plan tailored to your property.
We’ll walk you through key design decisions like:
This phase is highly collaborative. We’ll show you design drawings, material samples, and even past projects similar to yours, so you can visualize exactly how your fence will look. Many customers find this phase exciting—it’s where ideas turn tangible and the vision takes shape.
Transparency is one of our core values. Once your design is set, we’ll provide a detailed estimate that outlines materials, fabrication, and (if applicable) installation labor. This allows you to see exactly where your investment goes: no hidden costs or surprises.
We’ll also build a timeline around your schedule. If you’re a homeowner improving your landscape before summer, we’ll align the project accordingly.
Our in-house fence fabrication team helps streamline the timeline because we cut, assemble, and finish most materials right at our Stoughton location. That means faster turnaround times and consistent quality control.
Once you approve your design, the fun begins in our workshop. AVO Fence has been handcrafting custom fence panels, gates, and posts for 50 years. Our experienced craftsmen take pride in turning raw materials into strong, beautiful structures.
Here’s what happens behind the scenes:
Because our fences are made locally, we have complete control over quality. You get a fence that’s built to stand up to New England weather and designed to last for decades.
Once your fence is ready, you have two options: pick up the materials and install them yourself or let our trusted installation partners handle them for you. Contractors love working with AVO because our fences are built true to spec and ready to be installed efficiently on site.
Homeowners often choose professional installation, especially for complex layouts or heavy materials. Our network of preferred installers knows AVO products inside and out, which means faster, cleaner, and more reliable installations.
Regardless of how you move forward, we’re here to ensure your fence goes up smoothly. We’ll coordinate delivery to your site, confirm placement details, and offer maintenance advice so you can keep your new fence looking great.
A great fence is built to last, but even the best projects benefit from proper care. As part of every AVO consultation, we provide maintenance tips tailored to your chosen material.
For example:
We’re always available to help with touch-ups, replacements, or expansions—whether it’s next season or years down the road. Many of our customers return to us when they add gates, update property lines, or want matching railings or lattice features.
Our customers tell us one of their favorite parts of working with AVO is how personal, and easy, we make the process. Some highlights include:
Whether you’re a professional contractor sourcing premium materials or a homeowner designing your first custom fence, you’ll find that AVO’s process makes your project smoother, more enjoyable, and more rewarding.
Ready to Start Your Custom Fence?
From sketch to finished fence, the AVO Fence custom design consultation is about partnership, precision, and craftsmanship. We love helping customers bring their ideas to life—and seeing that first look of satisfaction when their new fence is complete.
If you’re ready to start your design journey, contact our team today at (781) 341-2963 to schedule your custom design consultation or visit one of our locations in Stoughton, Hingham, and Plymouth, MA. Your dream fence is closer than you think—and we can’t wait to help you build it.