We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Homeowners and renters alike often run into strict HOA rules or rental lease agreements that prevent the installation of permanent fencing.

Dear James: I just moved into a house with a small lot. I would like some privacy in the backyard, so I want to build a panel fence. The yard slopes, so please give me some advice on building it ...

You don't have to turn to professionals to install a privacy fence. There are plenty of DIY ideas to block your yard from ...

Dear James: I live in a house on a sloping lot and want to add a privacy fence around the backyard. How should I construct it so it looks good down the sloping side? — Diane K. Dear Diane: You have ...

Suppose all you want is a little privacy, but you're not concerned about keeping animals in or actually increasing the security of your yard. If those priorities were the case, there are few materials ...

Regardless of which of these privacy fence ideas you choose, be sure to follow all local rules and regulations and double-check lot lines before you begin. Then, enjoy your backyard sanctuary without ...

AFTER receiving a pricey quote for a privacy fence, one woman decided to make her own. The DIY enthusiast showed her followers the entire transformation process. The nurse explained that she always ...

I want to build an 8-foot fence to have more privacy from my neighbors. I talked to my neighbor about it, and he told me that the city of Austin doesn't allow fences higher than 6 feet. Is that right?