Every property has its own layout, and the right fence should be designed to work with it. Stand Strong Fencing recently completed a custom steel fence and gate installation for Kyle Ballsworth, creating a tailored solution around the property’s concrete driveway and changing backyard elevation. Kyle needed a fence line that ran directly along a concrete driveway before dropping into a backyard with a significant grade change, a combination that called for more than a typical installation. Here’s how Stand Strong Fencing engineered a custom fence solution that handled both challenges without compromising on strength or style.
Site Conditions & Custom Solution
Challenge 1: Building a Fence Line on a Concrete Driveway
A portion of the fence line ran directly along the concrete driveway, ruling out traditional buried posts entirely. To solve this, our team fabricated custom steel post receiver plates and anchored them directly into the concrete, creating a stable, load-bearing foundation for both the fence posts and the gate posts. This kind of steel fence installation work requires precise fabrication and anchoring to make sure the finished structure performs exactly like a traditionally set post, even without the benefit of ground anchoring.
Challenge 2: A Significant Grade Change
Where the driveway transitioned into the backyard, the elevation dropped enough to affect both the look and function of a standard fence line. To maintain privacy and create a clean visual transition between the two areas, the project shifted from a six-foot fence section along the driveway to an eight-foot board on board fence once the grade dropped in the backyard. This approach kept the fence line looking intentional and cohesive while fully addressing the privacy needs created by the elevation change.
Installation Process
This fence and gate installation came together through a carefully coordinated sequence:
- Installed a LiftMaster single swing gate system as part of the overall automatic gate installation
- Fabricated and anchored custom steel post receiver plates directly into the concrete driveway
- Positioned the gate and fence posts within the receivers and welded them securely into place for long-term structural stability
- Installed the six-foot fence section along the driveway
- Transitioned the installation to an eight-foot board on board fence in the backyard to accommodate the change in grade and maintain privacy
At a Glance: The Challenge, The Solution, The Result
The Challenge: A property owner needed a fence and gate system installed along a route that included a stretch of concrete driveway, where traditional in-ground posts weren't an option, followed by a steep grade drop into the backyard.
The Solution: Our team fabricated custom steel post receiver plates anchored directly into the concrete, welded the fence and gate posts securely into place, and transitioned from a six-foot fence on the driveway to an eight-foot board on board fence in the backyard, along with a LiftMaster automatic gate.
The Result: A durable and cohesive fence and gate system that handled two very different site conditions seamlessly, backed by an excellent client review and a finished product built to last.
Why Custom Gate Installation Matters on Non-Standard Sites
Automated gates add convenience and security to any property, but they only perform reliably when the posts supporting them are installed correctly. On a site like this one, where standard post-setting wasn't possible, a proper custom gate installation depends entirely on the strength of the foundation behind it. Welding the gate posts directly into steel receivers anchored in concrete gave the LiftMaster system a rock-solid base to operate from, ensuring smooth, dependable operation for years to come.
Why Board on Board Construction Was the Right Fit
A board on board fence alternates overlapping boards on either side of the rail, eliminating gaps and providing full privacy from both directions. For a backyard where the grade change already created some visual complexity, this style helped keep the fence line looking clean and uniform while maximizing privacy exactly where the homeowner needed it most.
When a Custom Fence Installation Makes Sense
This project is a good reference point for any homeowner dealing with site conditions that don't fit a standard fence layout. A custom fence installation is often the right call when a property includes:
- A concrete driveway, patio, or other hardscape running along the planned fence line
- Significant elevation changes or sloped terrain across the yard
- A need to combine different fence heights or styles across one continuous line
- Plans for an automated gate system that requires a secure, code-compliant post foundation
Project Outcome
The finished installation met every structural and design requirement the site presented. The combination of custom steel fabrication, concrete anchoring, precision welding, automatic gate installation, and grade-sensitive fence construction resulted in a durable, cohesive final product, one that looks intentional from the driveway all the way into the backyard.
The homeowner left an excellent review following completion, a reflection of both the quality of the finished fence and gate installation and the team's ability to engineer a custom solution for a site that a standard approach simply wouldn't have worked for.
Project Snapshot
Trust Stand Strong Fencing With Your Custom Fence Project
Whether your property has a concrete driveway, a sloped yard, or any other condition that rules out a standard installation, our team at Stand Strong Fencing has the fabrication and welding expertise to design a custom fence that fits your site perfectly. Kyle Ballsworth’s project is a great example of how the right fencing approach can work with the unique layout of a property. Our team brings that same custom approach to every project, from residential fence installation in Southlake to commercial fence installation throughout North Texas. With careful planning, custom fabrication, and attention to the property’s existing features, we're a fence company built to handle the projects other crews turn away.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can a fence be installed along a concrete driveway without digging into it?
Yes. Custom steel post receiver plates can be fabricated and anchored directly into concrete, providing a secure foundation for fence and gate posts without traditional in-ground digging.
How do you handle a fence line with a significant grade change?
Grade changes are typically handled by adjusting fence height or style at the transition point, as with the shift from a six-foot fence to an eight-foot board on board fence in this project, to maintain both privacy and a clean visual line.
Is a board on board fence more private than a standard privacy fence?
A board on board fence is one of the most effective privacy fence installation styles available, since the overlapping board pattern eliminates sightline gaps from either side.
Can an automatic gate be installed on posts anchored into concrete?
Yes, provided the posts are welded into a properly fabricated and anchored steel receiver system, an automatic gate like a LiftMaster single swing system can operate reliably even without traditional in-ground posts.