Chain Link Fence Installation in Indianapolis
Galvanized and black vinyl-coated chain link fences for yards, dogs and open property within 50 miles of Indianapolis 46256.
Chain link is the durable, open fence that handles big lots, dogs, and utility yards without fuss. It does not block a view, does not need stain or paint, and lasts for decades in central Indiana ground. Within 50 miles of Indianapolis 46256, we install chain link fences for homes and the same fences are available for businesses, including the commercial-grade material. Free estimates mean we check the lot and the town rules before we quote.
Galvanized or Coated
Galvanized chain link is the bare metal finish, a silver-grey that blends into a utility yard or a back lot. It costs less and stands up to weather without any coating to wear. For a backyard dog run or a large property line where looks are not the point, it is the straightforward choice.
Vinyl-coated chain link is galvanized steel with a black, brown, or dark green vinyl jacket over the wire. The coating softens the look so the fence fades into a hedge or a tree line rather than reading as bare metal. It costs more than galvanized, but it is the better-looking option for a yard that is visible from the house or the street.
Where Chain Link Is Allowed
In Indianapolis, chain link is allowed in all yards on single-family and two-family lots. On multifamily, commercial, and mixed-use property it is allowed in side and rear yards only, must be coated in black, brown, or dark green vinyl, and may not use slats. In industrial districts it is allowed in the front yard too.
Some nearby towns restrict or prohibit chain link in certain zoning districts, so it is worth checking before you order. See the fence permit guide for the town-by-town list. For the commercial version, see commercial chain link.
Dogs, Gardens and Big Back Lots
Chain link is what most people pick when the job is keeping something in or keeping something out, not framing a view. A dog run, a garden bed fence, a big back lot that needs a boundary without a wall of wood or vinyl. The open weave lets wind pass through, so a chain link fence does not catch storms the way a solid panel does. And it takes a gate as easily as any fence, which matters for a dog run or a drive aisle.
For repairs to an existing chain link fence, see fence repair. To start a project, call (317) 775-2452 or use the contact page.
Adding Privacy Later
Privacy slats and screening strips weave into the chain link mesh to close the view, and they exist for people who want a semi-private look without building a new fence. The honest part: slats catch wind, which adds load to the posts, and many homeowners associations prohibit them in their rules. If your HOA has fence guidelines, check them before adding slats. For a fence that blocks the view from the start, wood, vinyl, or composite is a cleaner path than slats in chain link.
Chain Link Fence Questions
Galvanized or vinyl-coated - what is the difference?
Galvanized chain link has a bare silver-grey metal finish. Vinyl-coated chain link is galvanized steel with a black, brown, or dark green vinyl jacket over it, which softens the look. Galvanized costs less; coated looks better against a yard.
Is chain link allowed in every yard?
In Indianapolis, chain link is allowed in all yards on single-family and two-family lots. On multifamily, commercial, and mixed-use property it is allowed in side and rear yards only and must be coated in black, brown, or dark green vinyl with no slats. Check the fence permit guide for other towns.
Do other towns allow chain link?
Some nearby towns restrict or prohibit chain link in certain zoning districts. The rule differs from town to town, so check the fence permit guide before you order.
Can I add privacy slats later?
Privacy slats and screening exist for chain link, but they catch wind and HOAs often prohibit them. It is worth checking the HOA rules before adding them.
Can businesses get chain link fencing?
Yes. Chain link is available for commercial properties too, including heavy-gauge commercial chain link. See the commercial fencing page for the full list.
What about fence repair?
Leaning posts, damaged fabric, and gate fixes are all repairable. See the fence repair page for what we handle. You can also call (317) 775-2452 or send the form at the top of this page.
Where We Work
We build and repair fences for homes and businesses within about 50 miles of Indianapolis 46256.