Sterling Fence

Fencing, Fencing Driveway Gates

About us

We've been in the fencing business since 1978. Our goal is to build a quality fence that will provide our customers with the best value for their investment. We strive to provide a competitive price, without sacrificing the quality of workmanship or material used. We pride ourselves on building relationships with our customers and constructing fences to their satisfaction. We are a full service company, stocking materials for wood and chain link fences. Our products include Western Red Cedar wood, Jerith® Ornamental fence, Bufftech® Vinyl fence in different colors, Equestrian paddock and pasture fence. Our Chain Link material includes 9 or 11 gauge galvanizing as well as 8 gauge color coated chain link. We custom build dog kennel runs that are installed in ground or free standing.

Business highlights

46 years of trusted experience
Family Owned & Operated

Services we offer

Fence, Wood Fence, Chain Link Fence, Jerith Ornamental Fence, Vinyl Fence, Horse Pasture & Paddock Fence. Installation.

Services we don't offer

Invisible Fencing.

Amenities

Free Estimates
Yes
Warranties
Yes


Accepted payment methods

Check
Financing Available

Our Recent Projects


Photos of past projects

Reviews

4.137 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
59%
4
8%
3
8%
2
11%
1
14%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.3
value
4.2
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
3.8
punctuality
3.9

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Showing 1-25 of 37 reviews

Timothy F.
10/2023
5.0
fencing
  + -1 more
The sales person was very easy to work with. He gave me options for material and made the set up process for a fence replacement very easy. The installers took out the old fence and replaced it within one day. They did a wonderful job and adjusted well since an additional section had to be added on. I had to call them back out a few times for adjustments to the door and to smash and remove concrete footings from the previous fence posts. One of the bottom panels was dented from packing and they said it will be replaced after they order it. Their pricing was right in the middle of other quotes and their customer service is really good. Took them a while to come out the first time, but the second time it was within the next few days. Sterling always told me to call back if there are any future issues. It is also good to send them an email with any pictures and to explain the situation for your and their records if you need any follow up. I am very happy with their service and pricing.
Description of Work: Fence replacement.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$10,098

Jim F.
10/2023
1.0
fencing
  + -1 more
3rd times a charm? It only took +2 weeks for them to get it right for what was said to be a 3 day job, after explaining it to the sales guy from the get go exactly what I wanted he assured me they could do it, therefore I signed the dotted line. After repeatedly explaining to everyone numerous times that it isn't how I asked they continued to reassure me it will end up the way I wanted. There is zero communication between the office and the crew. After the one of the "re-do" they decided they were going to put the fence up how they wanted. The Dan or Doug guy assured me they would check in before moving forward after the first time they screwed it up to be sure everything was correct, chalk that one up as a no call no show. It wasn't until I finally was at my limit of the circus I gave them one last opportunity to get it right before I sent them packing. I had to personally leave work to explain to the crew how it was suppose to be. In the end headache after headache they finally got it right. Now rewind back to day one, they damaged my siding and have yet to take corrective action in repairing it. The only communication in regards to the damage was the initial call stating "we damaged your siding" anything beyond that is myself reaching out asking about when they are going to repair it. The siding contractor sent an estimate to the office and nothing but crickets on their end. I ask about it and they ask me to send them a picture of the estimate? Really? How about you call my siding contractor and get it handled yourself, you have his number. "0" stars I definitely would not recommend this company to anyone. by far my worst experience dealing with this company and it still isn't over with.
Description of Work: I needed approx 165' of fence down my property line with 1 gate, matching an existing fence across the back of my property.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
2.0
value
3.0
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
1.0


Julia L.
06/2023
4.0
fencing
  + -1 more
This is an update on an earlier review. This would've been 5 stars if it weren't for the shenanigans (or just mistakes? I don't know) with the final bill. The fence looks great (it was installed a few weeks ago), it was installed when the company said they would, and very carefully around all the sprinkler systems and cables and lines and stuff. Then the final bill arrived, and it was quite a bit higher than expected, and the reasoning seemed unbelievable. Luckily, the company was willing to look into it and discovered that in fact the bill should have been just a little bit higher, not a lot higher. So, if you are going to hire them, they will do a good job, but if the final bill looks suspiciously high, do question it, as mistakes/carelessness can happen. What matters is that in the end, they corrected it.
Description of Work: Chainlink fence installation
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro
$12,564

Derek N.
07/2021
2.0
fencing
  + -1 more
The Sales person came out and was very professional and explained what we were looking at as for materials and time frame to get the job done. After that there was no communication. Anything I needed to find out, I always had to initiate the conversation. I was told (by the salesman) that there was going to be a specific time that it would be done and that was not true. It took them 3 weeks from start to finish to finish the fence. This was only after I had to call them and push them to come out and finish. The end product fine if you don't mind having to hound people to do their job. I called after the fact and explained everything they refused to give me any sort of discount or anything. they kept saying they were going to call back and they never did. VERY POOR Customer service. I will make sure that I let everyone know how poor they their job!
Description of Work: Needed 1 side of a yard to have fence added

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
4.0
professionalism
2.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
1.0

$3,100

Melissa S.
12/2019
5.0
fencing
  + -1 more
Sterling Fence installed a privacy fence for my new home. The sales representative was knowledgeable and courteous. The men who installed the fence did an amazing job. The fence is absolutely beautiful! I would highly recommend this company.
Description of Work: Privacy fence

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Joseph M.
07/2019
3.0
fencing
  + -1 more
*Good experience with salesman Jeff. He helped me find my property lines. *The price was attractive and lower than competitors. *It took 5 weeks from down payment to completion. *Fence post install was done correct. *A comcast line was cut being missed by marking, but nobody informed me of it as a courtesy. *The quality of cedar materials and hardware was good. *Good workmanship on construction. *Installers were polite and asked me if I had questions. I let them play loud music but nobody asked if it was OK first. *No proactive communication after sale. *No advanced estimated schedule provided of work completion. *Calls and inquiries were accepted and returned as expected. *Need to work on some better communication and being more attentive to the customer. *I did end up with a very nice fence I wanted for a good price after a long wait of wondering if they still remembered me. The bottom line is that it if I had to do it again I would take the higher competitor bid on the hope they were more customer focused.
Description of Work: Install cedar privacy fence in backyard

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
3.0
professionalism
3.0
responsiveness
3.0
punctuality
4.0

$11,000

Mark B.
06/2019
5.0
fencing
  + -1 more
Dan came promptly to give an estimate. The work was scheduled in a timely fashion and was completed quickly and efficiently. I would recommend Sterling to anyone.
Description of Work: Repair several broken posts and rails on our "California" chain link fence

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,440

William M.
10/2018
5.0
fencing
  + -1 more
They did a great job. Got to it earlier than they had thought, and finished quickly doing an excellent job all the way.
Description of Work: Built a 300 foot chain link fence.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Carol B.
09/2017
5.0
fencing
  + -1 more
Sterling did a great job assessing and addressing the problem, as well as replacing old posts with cracked footings. They replaced a total of 9 posts and repaired a gate panel. The final result looks very good.
Description of Work: We needed fence posts replaced and a solution to the footings heaving in the lower part of our yard.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$2,300

Dennis B.
08/2016
5.0
fencing
  + -1 more
Went great. Looks terrific. Company is easy to work with. Installers are knowledgeable, friendly and efficient.
Description of Work: A double ornamental gate and 12 foot section of fence replaced chain link gate and part fence.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$2,400

david B.
06/2016
5.0
fencing
  + -1 more
Beautiful fence, all straight, there were some small details that they performed perfect on.. love my fence
Description of Work: Installed 82 feet of 4 ft chain link fence. Professional installers, did a great job and they were about $1000 less than other fence companies. Plus they did the who thing in a week. Great job....

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,600

Jim F.
05/2015
2.0
fencing
  + -1 more
After multiple attempts to request an estimate, I finally called their office again and they agreed to send someone out the next Friday @ 5:00. Fast-forward to Friday @ 3:00: I get a phone call from this provider stating they would have to cancel the appointment. When I asked why, they stated that "it just wasn't going to work out." They then stated that they would contact me right away on Monday to set up a new appointment, which, of course, they never did. My job ended up costing $4000+ from a different provider, so kudos to Sterling if they have enough work to blow off a job of that size.
Description of Work: I requested an estimate for new fence work from this provider.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
2.0
punctuality
2.0

$4,000

Douglas M.
11/2014
5.0
fencing, driveway gates
  + 0 more
It went great. I ordered the gate on a tuesday. They told me it would take a week to 10 days. 7 days later they called came out the next day and did the installation. Trouble free. It was a rare experience for me to have a home improvement go so smoothly.
Description of Work: Sterling Fence had previously installed our fence. We wanted to add a gate.which they did.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$562

Joy R.
10/2014
5.0
fencing
  + -1 more
They did a great job! They were very professional and courteous, and their pricing was very competitive. They set the poles on the first day and then stretched the fencing two days later. It looks great and I'd definitely recommend them!
Description of Work: We had them install a fence in our back yard.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,800

Verne G.
08/2014
5.0
fencing
  + -1 more
Perfectly. Jill, George, Bill and Alan were always responsive and polite. I was told what had to be done, how they were going to do it and what my role was. They were interested in my ideas and gave me good advice. The end result exceeds my expectations.
Description of Work: Installed a cedar fence for back and side yard.

Rating CategoryRating 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

Douglas M.
04/2014
5.0
fencing
  + -1 more
The office was curteous and concerned. They asked politely if it would be ok if they waited until Monday. I wasn't in any hurry and said that was fine. Monday morning at 10 AM a workman came out and fixed the gate. I could tell he was very experienced. He showed me how I could adjust it needed adjustment in the future, Thank you Sterling Fence
Description of Work: We had a fence installed previously and the gate got out wack this past Winter. I called Friday, they came out yesterday and fixed it,

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Douglas M.
01/2014
5.0
driveway gates, fencing
  + 0 more
Sterling Fence Inc did an excellent job. They were so helpful and knowledgeable about what material to use and where to install it. My yard was complicated. The salesman that came out was very honest and really knew what he was talking about, The installation went just the way he described that it would, Very much trouble free. Great value.
Description of Work: Installed a fence around our yard

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
4.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$3,800

Jill S.
01/2014
5.0
driveway gates, fencing
  + 0 more
Very prompt service. After all these years still a great company to work with and have never had any complaints. Diane L.
Description of Work: Repaired my aunts fence from the storm that came through last summer

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$637

Kate W.
07/2013
2.0
fencing
  + -1 more
Called and they sent someone out to do a walk thru within 2 days. They arrived on time and were professional. Took measurements, made some suggestions and then left and said I would have an estimate by email within a day or two. Having not received the estimate in a couple of days I sent an email requesting the estimate be sent. They replied I would have the estimate later that day. That was two plus weeks ago and i have never received anything. I have now hired a more responsive contractor.
Description of Work: Provide quotes for fence repair and fence replacement options.
Rating CategoryRating out of 5

David A.
10/2012
5.0
fencing
  + -1 more
The first time the gate enlargement was too small to enable equipment to pass through. When I brought this to Sterling's attention, they promptly enlarged the opening to accomodate my need..
Description of Work: Enlarged gate opening in existing fence. Reversed another gate's opening.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$567

JIM K.
04/2009
1.0
furs
  + -1 more
Every time they come, the post goes back to leaning a few months later. It is obviously poor construction, and I am not interested in having them back to try and fix it again. There is a second post that has started to tip also.
Description of Work: They installed 2 gates for me a few years ago, and have been back several times to try to remount the post that is holding up the gate. I have also had them back to correct the hinges because it wouldn't open up all the way.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
1.0
value
2.0
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
1.0

$1,300

KARIN P.
01/2008
4.0
fencing
  + -1 more
He called after the fence was already installed by another company! I really liked the salesman and was impressed with hi. He gave the best impression out of all 3 estimates.
Description of Work: I called for an estimate which they came out and gave. I made an appointment to have the work done and that was for 2 days later. He never showed up.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
2.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$6,715

10/2007
2.0
fencing
  + -1 more
Dan came out and provided an estimate; he was prompt and extremely knowledgeable and said that they could probably start the work in about two weeks. I gave a deposit, but I could never get a committed start date from them; after trying to get a start date for about five weeks, I cancelled the job. Dan refunded my deposit in about a week.
Description of Work: I needed a chain link fence installed for a dog run, about 45 ft by 15 ft including two gates ($1,700.00).

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
2.0
responsiveness
3.0
punctuality
1.0


Daniel D.
04/2007
5.0
fencing
  + -1 more
Sterling Fence helped me with how much material I would need. The quality of the fencing material was great and the price was reasonable. The people in the office were very professional and curtious. The people who helped me load the material were helpful. I would use the company again.
Description of Work: I Called Sterling Fence to buy material to install a galvanized chain link fence at my mother house, which there is no fencing company. I gave them the demensions on the fence and they quoted me a price for the material. I ordered the material and picked it up. The fence crew loaded the fence in my truck.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,137.68

DAWN L.
02/2007
5.0
fencing
  + -1 more
I called Sterling Fence to get a quote on fencing. The lady in the office was very helpful. She gate me a quote over the phone. I also called her back with different ideas and she was more than happy to help and answer any questions we had. I arranged for a quote. A salesman came out. Was very professional and helped us choose the right fence for us. We signed the agreement and within two weeks there were there setting the post and few days after that we had a beautiful fence installed. The quality of the wood fence was great and it was the best looking fence on our block. I would use them for any fencing needs I have in the future and would recommend them to family and friends.
Description of Work: I had fencing installed at my home.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
4.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$3,200
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Contact information

13480 Pioneer Trl, Eden Prairie, MN 55347

http://www.sterlingfenceinc.com

Service hours

Sunday:
Closed
Monday:
8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Tuesday:
8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Wednesday:
8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Thursday:
8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Friday:
8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Saturday:
Closed

Licensing

Bonded

Insured

Licensed*

Trade License Number
BC005011
Trade License Locale
Minnesota
Trade License Expiration
03/31/2026

Eco-friendly Accreditations

LEED Accredited Professional
No
Energy Star Partner
No
EPA Lead-Safe Certified
No
Use Green Products or Work Practices
Yes
State Contractor License Requirements

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*Contact business to see additional licenses.


Service Categories

Fencing,
Fencing Driveway Gates

FAQ

Sterling Fence is currently rated 4.1 overall out of 5.

Sunday: Closed

Monday: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Tuesday: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Wednesday: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Thursday: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Friday: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Saturday: Closed

Sterling Fence accepts the following forms of payment: Check,Financing Available
Yes, Sterling Fence offers free project estimates.
Yes, Sterling Fence offers eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Sterling Fence does not offer a senior discount.
No, Sterling Fence does not offer emergency services.
Yes, Sterling Fence offers warranties.
Sterling Fence offers the following services: Fence, Wood Fence, Chain Link Fence, Jerith Ornamental Fence, Vinyl Fence, Horse Pasture & Paddock Fence. Installation.
Invisible Fencing.

Contact information

13480 Pioneer Trl, Eden Prairie, MN 55347

http://www.sterlingfenceinc.com

Service hours

Sunday:
Closed
Monday:
8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Tuesday:
8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Wednesday:
8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Thursday:
8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Friday:
8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Saturday:
Closed