Affordable Fence is a locally owned and operated fence contractor based out of Bloomington, IN. We work with both residential and commercial customers throughout Monroe and the surrounding counties. As a licensed, bonded and insured fence contractor, there is no project we cannot handle.
Business highlights
18 years of trusted experience
Services we offer
Restoration, Pool Safety, Chain Link, Field Fence, Wood (All Styles), Split Rail, Vinyl, Automated Gates, Aluminum & Steel Ornamental, Temporary Construction Fence, Hand Rails, Security
From the very first phone call to set up an estimate Affordable Fence and Gates was amazing. I had previously received an insane quote from a competitor (almost twice the cost!), that was going to take weeks to complete once started. I was disheartened to say the least, but was so happy once I spoke with AF&G. They sent someone (David) out quickly and he provided me with an estimate within a day. The estimate was more than fair, and very thorough. I appreciated all of the detail that went into the estimate (unlike the other guy) and he spent time answering my myriad of questions. Once I paid the deposit, I understood it would be 8-12 weeks before work could begin (they are understandably busy, they do such quality work!). As promised I received a call about 7 weeks later asking if the following week would work for me. They estimated 3 days to compete the job (almost 300 feet of steel fence with gates). The day of service two men (Steven and Abdon) showed up right on time. They were kind, incredibly hard working and timely! I was amazed that just the two of them could remove my old fence and install the new one in three days, but they did. They worked consistently through each day, picking up as they went and (importantly) being so patient with my neighbors barking dogs. They were also so patient with me as I walked around with family on video chat bragging about my new fence and showing them progress. Our house backs a heavily trafficked alley, and they worked extra hard one day to get the fence up so that we had more security over night. Often times people are different in front of the customer than they are in private. My neighbor spent a lot of time outside and she kept gushing about how kind and polite they were. Any time I spoke with the two gentlemen they had impeccable manners, and were just overall incredibly pleasant. None of the niceties matter if the end product isn’t good. But my fence and gates are AMAZING. I didn’t know how happy a well made fence could make me! It is a strong fence, not going anywhere. The gates swing perfectly, and lock securely. I really could not be happier and I highly recommend that anyone looking for an affordable fence or gate not look any further. Give them a call today!
Description of Work: 300fr of metal fence and 3 gates
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$12,000
Barbara J.
09/2020
5.0
dog fence
+ -1 more
fence installed . Impressed with the attention to detail by the crew. Knowledgable of their trade. Quality materials used. Would not hesitate to recommend the company.
Description of Work: fence installed
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$3,000
Paul S.
06/2019
5.0
fencing
+ -1 more
I called Affordable Fence in April about repairing or replacing a split-rail fence I had had for several years around two sides of my yard. Mr. Sterrett came out on 4/25, and we walked around my yard and discussed the possibilities. We agreed that the best plan would be to replace the fence with a chain-link fence. He sent me an estimate, and I agreed to it. Originally, they were scheduling for the second week of July. But it turns out they had an earlier opening. On June 25, the crew came out and removed the old fence. They came back the next day and installed the new one. All went smoothly and efficiently. I am completely satisfied, and would recommend Affordable Fence to anyone. The price quoted below includes the cost of the chain-link fence plus $160 for removal of the old split-rail fence.
Description of Work: Install a chain-link fence in my yard; remove the old split-rail fence.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,860
Carol F.
07/2017
5.0
fencing
+ -1 more
I recommend Award to anyone who wants a quality timely and professional job done!
Description of Work: Privacy fence for back yard.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Michelle W.
09/2016
5.0
fencing
+ -1 more
The fence is perfect. It looks so nice, they were professional and wonderful to work with. Michael Sterrett and his workers were courteous and I would highly recommended them.
Description of Work: New Fence in back yard
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1
Sarah L.
08/2016
5.0
fencing
+ -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: .
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro
Suzanne L.
03/2016
5.0
fencing, welding, driveway gates
+ 1 more
The gates look and function great, and I was very pleased with how easy it was to get in contact with Affordable Fence. When he came to my home to give me his estimate, Michael took a lot of time to look over both gates and explain everything to me in detail. He followed up promptly with an emailed estimate. My need to get the gates rebuilt was somewhat urgent because one of the gates had fallen over. Fortunately, Michael's team was able to start the next week, working one day to remove the old posts and install new ones, and then a second day to build both gates. The Affordable Fence team members were polite, professional, and worked quickly.
Description of Work: Removed two gates (one single and one double) and posts for a wooden privacy fence, installed new posts, and built an installed single and double gate.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,000
Lynette J.
11/2015
5.0
fencing
+ -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: We ordered a custom chain link gate, and it was delivered on time and perfectly executed. Quality of materials was excellent and installation crew did a great job. Although it took awhile to connect with owner to spec out job and obtain an estimate, he welcomed questions and was sufficiently detail-oriented such that we felt confident hiring him. All expectations were met and we would definitely recommend Affordable Fence to others in our area.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro
Kelly N.
06/2015
3.0
fencing
+ -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: "Affordable" Fence gave me a quote to put up about 2200 linear feet of horse fence. The quote was $25,800. I received 2 other quotes from different fence builders who quoted $16,000 and $9000 respectively. After pricing out the materials myself, I simply cannot fathom why Affordable Fence would charge such an outrageous amount to put up a fence. I cannot say anything regarding the quality of their work because I didn't have it done by them. |That being said, the person I talked to was professional, responsive, and although not quite punctual, he called to tell me he'd be about 15 minutes late for our appointment, so he was communicative.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
value
1.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
4.0
$25,800
Angela V.
04/2015
5.0
fencing
+ -1 more
During the initial consultation, Michael measured my space and discussed with me the options for a privacy fence. He was professional and affable. I asked who would be performing the work and he assured me that everything was to be done by company employees and that he does not sub-contract. He had told me that he had several jobs ahead of mine and that we were likely looking at 6 weeks before my job would commence. I was, therefore, pleasantly surprised when I received a phone call from his office a couple of weeks later saying that their workers would be out the following day to get started. Two workers arrived and installed all of the fence posts. About a week later they came back to install the fence panels and post caps, thus completing the job. Time from initial consultation to job completion was less than one month. I am very pleased with the quality of the work and plan to enjoy my new fence for many years to come!
Description of Work: Installation of a 6-foot wooden privacy fence.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$2,100
Joyce L.
12/2014
5.0
fencing, driveway gates
+ 0 more
Michael was really a pleasure to work with and the work itself was really great. Michael's communication throughout was exemplary. Promptly returned calls, resolution of problems....you name it, he and his crew were a pleasure. Truth be told, we moved the sides from what we'd mapped out originally. Michael, very patiently, had the posts moved and built where the new measurements took the job. Some of the posts were in concrete and he took it in stride to change them. All the support people for this business are not your run of the mill. You could tell they prize customer service. (Why can't all contractors operate this way?) Michael's wife had messages relayed for prompt call-backs, his staff were really fun, polite and patient. I'd certainly recommend Affordable Fence to others! Explaining my ratings above: quality: there is a gate that had to be built on a slope that was a challenge. To my eye, the inside 2x4's make it look like it is off kilter. In fairness, it is only visible when open. You can't tell anything from the street price: all of the people we asked for bids seemed to come in pretty similarly, Michael included.
Description of Work: They added sides onto an existing shadow box-style fence that was installed years earlier.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$4,500
Colin R.
07/2014
5.0
fencing
+ -1 more
The fence turned out more beautiful than we had hoped. we had some pretty exacting custom designs, and they delivered. It was done well, and even under the estimate they gave. The workers were very nice, and they left our yard looking nice, too.
Description of Work: They installed a custom-designed cedar fence, including posts.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$3,000
denisee S.
05/2014
5.0
fencing
+ -1 more
When I called, it was his wife I was able to talk with unlike other companies where they will call you back instead. I called them twice and somebody answered the phone which is nice. She made an appointment right then for him to come out and talk to us. And he came after three or four days after I called which is fairly quick. He came out and measured. He was nice and showed us a lot of options. He was relaxed and it was not kind of a high pressure thing. He seems to know what he was doing. We told him what we wanted and he said he would send us an estimate for the two different things and type of fencing we were interested in. I think we got the estimate within two days. It was fairly quickly that we got the estimate. One thing I like about Angie’s List is that I like their help on finding service providers because I hate dealing with contractors and I just don’t like it. There’s a lot of telephone talk involved and I just find it distasteful and stressful experience. So, I like it when they respond immediately like this guy did. He had a beat up truck and it was not too beat up and it looked like it was a working man truck. I find the person like that more trustworthy. He is not a trashy looking guy like you will think where this guy is coming from. He is not real sleek where in you will think that this guy does not get his hands dirty. So he hauled his stuff in the back and he was dressed like he was at work. He went out and measures right away and seems to know what he is talking about. He is straight forward and showed us some pictures of his work on his ipad. He just seem real down to earth and he does not try to sell you anything. I like somebody who is fairly accessible. The thing I like about Angie’s List is the recommendation. I am the type who does not want to make a lot of phone calls and process like that. So, the first one I see that has good recommendation, that’s the one that I will use. My favorite thing about this guy is that he was okay and I think I can hire him.
Description of Work: Affordable Fence came and gave us an estimate.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$2,800
Rima A.
05/2014
5.0
fencing
+ -1 more
The price that I paid them included all the materials and the labor as well. I would absolutely use them again in the future if I need to.
Description of Work: I used Affordable Fence Inc. in March for installing a wooden picket fence for me.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,500
Lisa M.
04/2014
5.0
fencing
+ -1 more
iSee above.
Description of Work: Michael is the first contractor EVER who has phoned me at 8:25 a.m for a scheduled 8:30 appointment to let me know he was delayed and would not be arriving - based on his GPS - until about 8:45. (Knowing contractors rarely are on time, I had blocked out my morning to be home.) Now that is a contractor who values the customer's time! We were very up front with Michael and shared that we couldn't guarantee that we'd be able to hire him as the primary purpose of fencing our backyard was for the safety of our special needs ten-year-old and we were waiting for word on a matching grant. So, if the grant did not come through, we'd have to wait another year to hire him. Of course, he couldn't promise increases in the cost of materials, but promised labor estimates would be good for a year. He arrived, listened to my ideas and needs, and began measurements - in a good hard rain. He then showed me several options from the most basic to the more extravagant, and, knowing about the grant, made suggestions about how we could bring cost down (e.g. doing the painting after the fence was installed). We had a sketch and a thorough estimate in two hours from his office. The details even included some of the options we could consider related to the costs and the aesthetics. I have high standards. I am willing to pay a fair price for good work. The grant didn't come through, but we WILL be calling Michael as soon as we can pay for the project ourselves in full. In fact, it's a family goal for next spring's tax refund.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$6,000
Nelda N.
04/2014
5.0
fencing
+ -1 more
Wow. Michael and his crew are fantastic . We got the estimate and work completed in three weeks. They were very professional and the installers were perfectionist. They removed boards and replaced them when they weren't satisfied with how it looked...I couldn't tell that nothing was wrong, but the knew. They did an excellent job with clean up and even leveled the ground around the fence before leaving! I added a pergola to job and it is beautiful! Highly recommend Affordable Fence. Honest and reliable.
Description of Work: Removed prior fence and installed new privacy fence and pergola.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$5,100
Robert F.
06/2013
4.0
fencing
+ -1 more
Fine.
Description of Work: Installed a 36x36 fence
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
4.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
4.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$2,200
Greg C.
05/2013
5.0
fencing, dog fence
+ 0 more
I originally contacted Affordable Fence via Angies List. I received an immediate response and they were extremely flexible regarding scheduling of assessment/estimate. I received an estimate and diagram documenting my vision via email exactly when I was told I would. This may seem like a simple thing, but for anyone communicating with contractors of any sort, communication and responsiveness is a big deal. You DO NOT have to worry about Michael communicating with you. I was kept in the loop and updated regarding progress. While Michael did not install the fence, he did check on progress and my expectations. His employees were respectful of my time and communicated with me in a professional manner. The fence was installed within the time frame I was quoted and was better than my expectations. I have researched and spoken with other fencing companies and was extremely put off with their lack of communication and inflated estimates. I am happy to have contacted Affordable Fence and I suggest you at least let Michael come out and provide you with an estimate, you will not be disappointed.
Description of Work: Affordable Fence came to my home and removed the existing privacy fence and installed a new privacy fence.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$6,000
Elin K J.
10/2012
5.0
fencing
+ -1 more
I was impressed by the concern of all involved to assure that the fence was what I envisioned. I am very pleased with my new fence and with the quality of the service provided by Affordable Fence.
Description of Work: Michael Sterrett of Affordable Fence was prompt in giving me an estimate and worked closely with me on building a custom privacy fence. The crew was very professional and cleaned up behind themselves everyday. Chase Sterrett, the crew leader, was very easy to work with. Because this was a custom fence, he consulted with me at every step while building the fence to assure it was just as I expected. Both Michael and Chase were very easy to work with, which made the project seem easy. The job took a bit longer than was initially projected, but the completed fence is outstanding! It was well worth the extra couple of days it took to build the fence.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$5,400
Deborah B.
09/2012
5.0
fencing
+ -1 more
They responded to me very quickly and were very professional. My overall experience with them was excellent.
Description of Work: Affordable Fence company gave me a quote for fencing services.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$6,000
Elijah P.
08/2012
5.0
fencing
+ -1 more
The price was on par with everybody else I called to get several estimates. I was really pleased, they did a good job. I think something was wrong with the materials they used and the fence ended up working really bad over the past couple of months. I called them, it’s been probably 3 weeks ago and told them about it and within 2 days, they came out and pretty well pulled down the entire fence and put it back up. So, they stood behind it pretty well.
Description of Work: I used Affordable Fence Inc for putting up a standard wood privacy fence.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Donna M Y.
05/2012
5.0
fencing
+ -1 more
Affordable Fence was prompt in coming out to provide an estimate and then completed the work in the timeframe given and within the estimate. We found their price to be very competitive. We had an issue arise with where some of the posts were set and one of the gates not being to our satisfaction, but after talking to the owner, both issues were resolved without hesitation or question and in a tmely fashion. We are very pleased with the way the fences turned out. They are very sturdily built and attractive.
Description of Work: Affordable Fence removed an old wood fence and replaced it along a very long section of our property. The fence is made of cedar and involved building one double gate and one single gate. Additionally, they built a 6 foot chain-link fence on one end of the yard with a double gate and treated lumber fence posts.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$4,000
Nena C.
04/2012
5.0
fencing, dog fence
+ 0 more
He returned our calls, came out to our house, and did an estimate. He also did the work in the quoted amount time. He was good to his word and did a great job. He was very thorough and responsive. We didn't pay until we were satisfied, and everything turned out very well. We were very impressed with the service.
Description of Work: We had additional fencing put up in our yard. They also buried the fence a foot deep so the dogs couldn't dig themselves out.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$3,500
Diane C.
11/2011
5.0
fencing
+ -1 more
This project was a great experience. Michael Sterrett does a great job--from estimate to finish. He did a great job with communication and followed through with what he said. His work crew was prompt, courteous, friendly and worked long hours to get our fence installed promptly. We definitely would recommend using them for any fencing needs and would use them again in the future.
Description of Work: We had a 5 foot vinyl picket fence installed in the back yard
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$16,000
Brenda F.
08/2011
5.0
fencing
+ -1 more
Affordable fencing great job kind and respectable.
Description of Work: Tornado gone down fence on side.
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Service Categories
Fencing,
Animal Fencing,
Fencing Driveway Gates,
Welding,
Wrought Iron,
Pressure Washing,
Deck Maintenance,
Decks and Porches
FAQ
Affordable Fence Inc is currently rated 4.9 overall out of 5.
Sunday: Closed
Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Affordable Fence Inc accepts the following forms of payment: American Express,Check,Discover,MasterCard,Visa