Aluminum vs. Steel: What’s the Difference?
We install both, and the honest answer is that it depends on what your property needs. Here’s how they compare for Augusta homeowners:
|
Aluminum |
Steel/Ornamental Iron |
| Rust resistance |
Naturally rust-resistant |
Requires treatment to prevent corrosion |
| Maintenance |
Minimal — occasional rinse |
Periodic inspection and touch-up |
| Strength |
Strong for residential use |
Heavier-duty, better for high-security |
| Cost |
More affordable |
Higher material and installation cost |
| Best for |
Pools, front yards, HOA, residential |
Commercial, high-security, statement properties |
If your primary goals are a beautiful, low-maintenance fence for a residential property or pool area, aluminum is likely your best option. If maximum strength and security are the priority — say, for a commercial property or high-traffic area — we may recommend ornamental steel instead.
Aluminum Fence Styles We Install
Aluminum fencing comes in several height and style configurations, and we help you select the right one for your property:
- 3-rail residential aluminum — The most common style for front yards and decorative perimeters; open picket design with a clean, traditional look
- 4-rail aluminum — Taller and more substantial, often used for backyard enclosures and pool fencing where added height matters
- Spear-top or flat-top pickets — Style choices that affect the overall look; spear tops give a more classic ornamental appearance while flat tops read as more modern and architectural
- Custom panel spacing — For pool enclosures and households with small pets, we can adjust picket spacing to meet Georgia pool code requirements and minimize gaps
- Matching aluminum gates — We build and install aluminum and ornamental gates to match your fence perfectly, with self-closing hinges and child-safety latches available for pool compliance
Does Aluminum Fencing Add Property Value?
Yes — and it does it without asking much in return. Aluminum fencing delivers a high-end ornamental look at a lower price point than steel, and because it holds up so well over time, it stays attractive long after the installation day. Homes in Evans and Martinez with ornamental aluminum along the front yard consistently present better at the street than those with aging wood or chain link fencing — and that perception translates to real value when it’s time to sell.
How Does the Installation Process Work?
We keep the process straightforward from the first call to the final walkthrough:
- Free estimate — We visit your property, walk your fence line, and discuss your style preferences, height needs, and any HOA or pool code requirements that apply
- Permit guidance — Richmond County and Columbia County each have specific fence rules. We’ll let you know what your project requires and help navigate the process
- Post setting — Aluminum fence posts are set in concrete for a foundation that won’t shift over time — critical in Augusta’s clay-heavy soil
- Panel installation — Panels are installed level and true, with adjustments made for any grade changes across your property
- Gate installation — Gates are hung, adjusted for proper swing and latch function, and tested before we leave the property
- Final walkthrough — We go over the finished fence with you and make sure every section looks exactly right
We Also Handle Aluminum Fence Repair and Replacement
If you have an existing aluminum fence that’s seen better days — bent pickets, a damaged section from a vehicle or storm, or a gate that no longer latches correctly — we handle fence repair across Augusta and the CSRA. Aluminum panels and individual pickets can often be replaced without touching the rest of the fence, which keeps repair costs reasonable. If the structure is beyond repair, we’ll give you an honest assessment and walk you through fence replacement options that fit your budget.
Serving Augusta, Evans, Grovetown, Martinez, and the CSRA
We’re based in Augusta, GA, and we install aluminum fences throughout the Central Savannah River Area. Whether you’re in a newer development in Evans, an established neighborhood in Martinez, or right in the heart of Grovetown or Augusta, we bring the same quality installation to every project. We also serve Hephzibah, Harlem, Appling, North Augusta, SC, Aiken, SC, and surrounding communities throughout the region.