Insurance
Ask for current proof of insurance.
Fence Contractor Checklist
Use this checklist to compare contractors, review written bids and reduce surprises before work begins.
Before requesting bids
- Prepare your approximate fence length
- Decide your preferred material and height
- Mark desired gate locations
- Review current HOA requirements if applicable
- Confirm property boundaries or survey information
- Take photos of the project area
Questions to ask each contractor
- Do you regularly work in the Fulshear area?
- Are you registered with the City of Fulshear when required?
- Can you provide current proof of insurance?
- Who will actually perform the installation?
- What material grade and post specifications are included?
- Is removal of the existing fence included?
- Are cleanup and debris removal included?
- Who is responsible for any required permits?
- Will you assist with HOA documentation if needed?
- What workmanship warranty do you provide?
- What manufacturer warranties apply to the materials?
- What is the estimated project schedule?
What a written quote should clearly show
- Contractor/business name and contact information
- Project address
- Total fence length
- Fence material and specifications
- Fence height
- Number and type of gates
- Removal/demolition if applicable
- Labor
- Cleanup and debris removal
- Permit responsibilities if applicable
- HOA responsibilities if applicable
- Estimated start and completion timing
- Total price
- Deposit and payment schedule
- Warranty terms
- How changes to the scope will be priced
Compare the scope, materials and responsibilities — not only the final price.
Contractor checks
References
Ask for recent customer references or examples of completed work.
City requirements
For work within Fulshear city limits, confirm current City of Fulshear contractor-registration requirements.
Written agreement
Make sure important promises, specifications, payment terms and warranty information appear in writing.
Red flags worth slowing down for
- Pressure to sign immediately
- Refusal to provide a detailed written scope
- Large or full payment demanded before work begins
- Price dramatically below comparable bids without a clear explanation
- Verbal promises that are missing from the written contract
- Unclear material specifications
- Refusal to provide proof of insurance or references
These signs do not automatically mean a contractor is unsuitable, but they are reasons to ask more questions before signing.
Before final payment
- Inspect the completed fence
- Confirm agreed work is finished
- Confirm cleanup is complete
- Review any warranty information
- Keep copies of contracts, invoices, receipts and related documents
This checklist provides general consumer planning information only and is not legal advice. Contractor, permit, insurance and HOA requirements can change. Verify current requirements with the City of Fulshear, your HOA and the contractor before signing an agreement.