Fencing for Clayton, the County Seat
Clayton is the seat of St. Louis County, and it wears two hats at once. On one side it is a dense, walkable downtown business district — the 104 acres of land donated by Ralph Clayton and Martin Hanley back in the 1870s grew into a hub of high-rise offices, county government buildings, banks, law firms and restaurants clustered around Forsyth Boulevard and Hanley Road. On the other side it is one of the region's most established residential communities, with tree-lined streets of period-revival homes in the Wydown-Forsyth and DeMun neighborhoods. A fence in Clayton has to suit whichever side of the city it stands on, and that is exactly the kind of work we do.
St. Louis Fence Co. is based at 5314 Lansdowne Ave in the Lindenwood Park neighborhood of South City, a short drive east of Clayton. From our shop we install and repair fencing throughout the city — handling everything from a wrought-iron-look aluminum fence around a 1920s Tudor to a secure perimeter for a commercial property off Clayton Road. We know the local permit rules, the soil and the architectural character, so the finished fence looks like it belongs.
Residential Fencing for Clayton Homes
Historic Character in Wydown-Forsyth & DeMun
Much of residential Clayton was built between the mid-1920s and mid-1930s in period-revival styles — Colonial Revival, Tudor Revival and other late 19th- and early 20th-century looks. The Wydown-Forsyth District is even listed on the National Register of Historic Places. On streets like these, an out-of-place fence stands out for the wrong reasons. We help homeowners choose ornamental aluminum fencing that reads like classic wrought iron, or a clean cedar privacy fence, so the fence complements the architecture rather than competing with it.
Privacy Without Losing the Yard
Plenty of Clayton lots back up to neighbors, alleys or busy cross-streets, and homeowners want a private backyard without making it feel closed in. We build cedar privacy and board-on-board wood fences and low-maintenance vinyl privacy fences that screen the yard while still looking finished from both sides. Clayton requires the "nice side" of a fence to face out, and we build that way as a matter of course.
Pools, Pets & Property Lines
From pool enclosures to dog runs to a simple line between you and the neighbor, we lay out the fence to your survey and keep it on the right side of the line. If you are not sure where your boundaries fall, we will talk it through before a single post goes in the ground.
📍 Both sides of Clayton
Whether you own a home near Wydown or operate a business off Forsyth or Hanley, we fence both the residential and commercial sides of Clayton — and we will tell you honestly whether a repair or a full replacement makes more sense.
Commercial Fencing for Downtown Clayton
Clayton's downtown is unusually dense for a St. Louis County suburb, packed with offices, retail, restaurants, parking structures and county facilities. Commercial properties here have different priorities than a backyard fence — controlled access, security, screening for dumpsters and equipment, and a look that fits a professional district. Our commercial fence installation covers ornamental aluminum and steel perimeter fencing, chain link for service yards and lots, gates and enclosures, all built to hold up to heavy daily use. For property managers maintaining an existing site, we also handle repairs and replacements so the property always presents well.
Popular Fence Types in Clayton
Across Clayton's homes and businesses, a few materials come up again and again:
Ornamental Aluminum
The wrought-iron look for historic homes and upscale commercial frontage — elegant and low-maintenance.
Learn more →Cedar Privacy
Warm, classic board-on-board and solid wood privacy that suits Clayton's older streets.
Learn more →Vinyl
Crisp white or neutral privacy fencing that never needs paint or stain.
Learn more →Commercial & Security
Aluminum, steel and chain-link perimeters, gates and enclosures for business properties.
Learn more →Chain Link
Affordable, durable fencing for service yards, pets and back-of-house areas.
Learn more →Fence Repair
Leaning posts, storm damage and worn sections fixed without a full replacement.
Learn more →Permits, Soil & Building to Last in Clayton
Clayton Fence Permits
The City of Clayton requires a permit before a fence is installed. The application generally calls for a survey, plot plan or plat showing your property lines with the fence location highlighted, plus drawings noting the fence's height, material and style. The city's standards include details like the "nice side facing out" requirement and limits on residential privacy-fence height. We are familiar with the process and help homeowners and businesses get the paperwork right so the project clears review without surprises.
Clay Soil & Freeze-Thaw
Like the rest of the St. Louis area, Clayton sits on heavy clay that swells when wet and shrinks when dry, and our freeze-thaw winters push up on posts that were not set deep enough. We dig to the proper depth and set posts in concrete so your fence stays plumb and solid through the seasons — important on the gentle slopes and mature, root-filled yards common around Wydown and Shaw Park.
Why Choose a Local Fence Company for Clayton
- Close by. Our shop is on Lansdowne Ave, a quick drive from Clayton — fast, no-pressure estimates.
- Residential and commercial. We fence both the historic neighborhoods and the downtown business district.
- Repair or replace, honestly. If your fence can be saved, we will tell you and save you money.
- Fair, transparent pricing. A straight answer and an honest written quote — no high-pressure sales.
Nearby Areas We Serve
We serve Clayton and the surrounding St. Louis County communities, including:
Clayton Fencing FAQs
Yes. The City of Clayton requires a permit before a fence is installed, and the application typically includes a survey or plot plan showing your property lines with the fence location marked, along with drawings of the fence's height, material and style. We are familiar with Clayton's process and help homeowners and businesses prepare what the city needs.
For homes in areas like Wydown-Forsyth and DeMun, ornamental aluminum that mimics classic wrought iron and well-built cedar privacy fencing both suit the period-revival architecture. We will recommend a material and style that fits your home and the character of the street.
Yes. We install and repair commercial fencing for Clayton's offices, retail and service properties — including ornamental and steel perimeter fencing, chain link for lots and service yards, gates and enclosures built for heavy daily use.
Both. Many Clayton fences we are called about can be repaired rather than fully replaced, which saves money. We assess the damage and recommend the option that makes the most sense for your home or property.
Get Your Free Clayton Fence Estimate
Request a free estimate or call (314) 200-0529 — we'll come out to your Clayton home or business, measure, and give you an honest quote with no pressure.