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MILL TO YOU FENCES INC

Fencing, Fencing Driveway Gates, Handyman Services,

About us

In business since 1947.

Business highlights

78 years of trusted experience
Emergency Services Offered

Services we offer

FENCES, SHEDS, DECKS.

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Amenities

Free Estimates
Yes
Emergency Services
Yes


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Reviews

4.8132 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
84%
4
2%
3
3%
2
4%
1
8%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.9
value
4.8
professionalism
4.8
responsiveness
4.7
punctuality
4.8
Showing 51-75 of 132 reviews

Derek G.
07/2014
5.0
fencing
  + -1 more
They came and checked out the space and installed the fencing all when i was at work. They were a pleasure to work with and made this one of the easiest projects! Highly recommend this company!
Description of Work: Added line of fencing to close off the back 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
$635

Asako S.
07/2014
5.0
fencing
  + -1 more
He was very professional and knowledgeable. The price was a little higher than the most well known fence provider. We didn't use this company because they won't pull a permit.
Description of Work: Came over to our house to give us a solid quote for a privacy fence.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$5,000

Rachel S.
06/2014
1.0
fencing
  + -1 more
I called to get a quote for a backyard fence. I spoke with Barry who took my address and offered to come by that afternoon. I made sure I was home at the agreed upon time and waited several hours. When he didn't show, I called. He apologized said he left my information in the shop and we set another time. Once again on the second date, I rushed home and waited, and once again he was a no show.
Description of Work: Nothing

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
1.0


Allison J.
06/2014
5.0
fencing
  + -1 more
Barry showed up on time to provide the estimate. He arrived on time and was very professional. He viewed location where we wanted the work completed and provided some advice regarding the style of the fence based on the landscape and height that we were looking at. He was very knowledgeable, but in the end we decided to go with another contractor.
Description of Work: Barry provided a quote for the replacement of a fence (~40LF) and the installation of a gate at the end of the driveway (~13LF).

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$3,500

Shannon C.
06/2014
3.0
deck cleaning, fencing
  + 0 more
Barry was quick to respond for an estimate and arrived right on time. Price was good and he seems to know what he's talking about. We decided to go with him and arranged to have him come out one more time for a more detailed estimate with my husband here. He said he would email us the estimate. After a week without receiving any correspondence, I called him back. There was no explanation, but was told he would email it and took my email address again. That was two weeks ago, and I still haven't gotten anything.
Description of Work: Estimate on fencing

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
2.0
punctuality
5.0


Wolfram F.
05/2014
5.0
fencing
  + -1 more
I contacted Barry about a relatively small job. Barry was flexible about the time to meet to provide an estimate and although the job was small, took the time to listen to my ideas and give me a couple of thoughtful alternatives which also addressed some of the shortcomings of my existing fence. We mainly communicated via e-mail concerning scheduling, and Barry was always quick to respond and also to take into account my scheduling issues. His team did a great job installing the fence exactly as discussed, and left a clean job site. Recommended!
Description of Work: Replaced fencing and gate.

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
$1,200

Melika B.
05/2014
5.0
fencing
  + -1 more
Mill to you went above and beyond my expectations and I now I have a great contractor a part of my network.
Description of Work: Mill to you installed a 7' cedar wood fence around my back yard. On the initial meeting with Barry, he listened to exactly what I wanted and expected. He then took a detailed inspection of the area. He gave me different scenerios of how he can approach the job and made sure I completely understood what he was saying. The initial meeting was an hour and a half. I never experienced this before. The actual job preceeded my expectations.

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
$5,000

Sean R.
03/2014
5.0
fencing
  + -1 more
Barry was a pleasure to deal with and his price was very reasonable.
Description of Work: They did a nice job of building a 3' gothic picket cedar fence with 3 gates around our back 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

William Z.
03/2014
5.0
fencing, driveway gates
  + 0 more
It went very well. They did what they said they would do. They did it on time and on budget.
Description of Work: They replaced two existing sides of the fencing in my yard and the gate across my driveway.

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
$2,100

Janelle M.
03/2014
5.0
fencing
  + -1 more
They did a great job. Barry was very professional and advised me the pricing of the fence was more expensive due to the existing fence posts already in place. He also installed a bike lock. The fence looks great and it was finished in a day.
Description of Work: put in a new vinyl fence in my backyard

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

Harvey B.
03/2014
5.0
fencing
  + -1 more
Within 2 days of my call to Mill to You Fences, Mr. Potter (owner) came to my home and gave me an estimate on construction of new board on board fencing in my backyard. His estimate was the lowest of several I obtained. Mr. Potter is absolutely the most honest, professional, and pleasant contractor I have ever dealt with. Additionally, his crew, which work exclusively for him, were pure gold. They arrived exactly at the time promised and completed my fence in one day with no errors whatsoever. The fence is perfect in every respect. The quality of the wood is outstanding . Everything Mr. Potter agreed to do at our first meeting was done and done correctly. I am the pickiest person in the world but cannot find a single problem with any of the work done by Mill to You Fences. I also cannot emphasize enough how pleasant, honest, and professional Mr. Potter is and how great his crew is. I do not believe there is another fence company where the customer deals directly with the owner or has a crew as experienced as the one working for Mill to You Fences.
Description of Work: Built a large portion of board on board fence in my backyard.

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

Jake L.
02/2014
5.0
fencing
  + -1 more
Fast & painless. Excellent work.
Description of Work: Replaced old picket 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
$3,800

Keith B.
01/2014
5.0
fencing
  + -1 more
Quality materials, crew left a clean job site each night. INstallation took three consecutive days to complete.
Description of Work: Installed new fencing along side and rear property lines to match existing front (custom) fence design.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$5,000

Gregory G.
12/2013
5.0
fencing, driveway gates
  + 0 more
Barry came by to provide the estimate and specs for the job. He was extremely knowledgeable and gave helpful suggestions. At no time did we feel pressured to go with any certain type of job. In fact, he was very patient to listen to all of our questions and gave his opinion as to what would work best, look best, and last the longest. The fence and gate were installed over two days by a large team that was personally supervised by Barry. Even while working in the small alley behind our house and working in our neighbors' spaces, the team demonstrated very good politeness and respect for everyone's property. After nearly two months now, the fence has withstood heavy winds without budging. In addition, it is beautiful! We really appreciated Barry's attention to customer service and his dedication to delivering an excellent product. We had a great experience from start to finish.
Description of Work: Replaced a rowhouse backyard fence (about 50 feet) with a double gate for driveway, including 4x4 steel posts and a steel frame for the gates. Fence was composed of knotty cedar. Jimmy-proof, double-keyed lock installed on gate.

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
$3,600

Edna D.
12/2013
5.0
fencing
  + -1 more
Awesome! Can't say enough god things about Barry and his crew. They are professional, punctual, and reasonable. I got a number of quotes and they were the lowest for both projects I did. They adapted very well to some modifications I made during the project. When Barry came and we discussed a storage area he came up with a great idea for a small retaining wall and did it for a very reasonable amount. He doesn't have a contract like most do, but on both occasions he was outstanding to deal witt. My neighbors have also used him and have been very happy. Give him a shot and you won't be disappointed.
Description of Work: Replaced about 50-60 feet of picket fence and installed a retaining wall for a very reasonable amount.

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
$1,500

Chris W.
12/2013
5.0
driveway gates
  + -1 more
Service went great, and they came in at a comparatively reasonable offer. We had to get the permitting ourselves, but they directed us to an efficient point of contact who did the grunt work of that process for us. All told the permitting process added about a couple hundred dollars to the cost, but we still feel it was worth it and our happy with our choice to use this company. The workers didn't speak much English, but had clearly been instructed on what we were looking for and were beyond expedient in completing each step of the project, from concrete pouring, to welding, etc. Barry guided us through the process, and clearly explained why he recommended the style fence he did and took our concerns and desires into consideration. Overall, very please customers here.
Description of Work: Installed double-door, steel frame gate for our alley-way driveway.

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
$4,000

Martha L.
11/2013
5.0
decks
  + -1 more
Barry & his employees are fantastic. They are some of the hardest workers I've ever encountered., and I truly admire their work ethic. There were some minor glitches which were quickly resolved and the finished product is perfect. This is a job I put off for over 5 years, mainly because I couldn't find a contractor willing to do it the right way for a reasonable price. Barry's team took great care in using quality materials as well as in matching the decorative ends on the beam, joist & column trim. They cleaned the worksite after themselves and are pleasant to have around. All in all a very positive experience and I recommend Mill to You Fences without reservation.
Description of Work: I contracted Barry to repair the pergola on our 1919 bungalow. The job entailed replacing the 22 foot long beam as well as the 2 columns and one of the joists. Barry & I discussed various materials for the columns, and he recommended a fiberglass tapered column that will be maintenance free. He recommended cedar for the main beam & joist, as well as a copper top on the main beam to help ward off rot.

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

John K.
09/2013
5.0
fencing
  + -1 more
Barry was extremely responsive in showing up to provide an estimate the same day I called to inquire. I had a compressed timeline and did not shop around for prices, but his quote seemed reasonable given the quantity of work performed. He arrived with his team the following weekend (over a holiday weekend no less!) and completed the job within 4 hours. The craftmanship is exceptional and we're very pleased with the fence overall. Perhaps I could have gotten a cheaper fence by comparison shopping, but I would recommend Barry and his team at Mill-to-You to anyone.
Description of Work: Built a 7-ft tall wooden fence with a gate that contains a latch and deadbolt security lock; the fence was only 1 side to help enclose a previously-fenced back yard from our aleyway in NW DC.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,100

David B.
08/2013
5.0
fencing
  + -1 more
Mill-to-You was responsive, professional, reasonably priced and used quality materials. The owner, Barry Potter, kept me apprised throughout the entire process. I am about to build a new home and will surely be using Mill-to-You for the fence on that property as well.
Description of Work: Built a fence around my rear 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
$4,500

Rhonda P.
08/2013
2.0
fencing
  + -1 more
Unfortunately, it didn't go at all. No work was performed or attempted.
Description of Work: Barry Potter appeared to be a very conscientious provider when we initially met and when he returned with samples of the fencing products. He gave us a very reasonable estimate for the fence we wanted and provided good suggestions for what we wanted and needed. That was the beginning and end of the good part. We can't speak to what type of work could have been performed because Barry never showed up to perform the job, despite telling us several times, after I had to call him, that the materials had been ordered and the work could start within a week. The week when the work was supposed to start was the second week in May. It is now the end of August and we have not heard from Barry. I am glad that no money changed hands, but I believe that when you give your word, you keep your word or provide a good reason for not keeping your word. Disappointedly, Barry has not done so.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
value
4.0
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0

$8,065

Matthew S.
08/2013
5.0
fencing
  + -1 more
One thing you will note from the reviews is that the people that wrote the poor reviews did not actually use him. Our friends used Barry previously so we had seen some of his work. He was very knowledgeable and did a great job. The fence is beautiful. We are going to fence the other side of the yard eventually and I would not hesitate to use him again.
Description of Work: Installed Cedar fence on 6x6 cedar posts on 2.5" steel pipe drilled into a new wall.

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
$4,100

Pamela D.
07/2013
2.0
fencing
  + -1 more
He spent most of his time with me complaining about a client he was working with from the first phone call to me to the meeting at my house to do an estimate. When I followed up to ask if he could give me a little better price, he sent me an email with an itemization of the work and the cost, with an increase in price of $200. I responded by indicating I was confused by his response. He responded by saying that he was just showing me that he had given me a good price. I thought his answer was rude. I also thought if I used him, I might be the next client he was complaining about all over the neighborhood. I am choosing to go in a different direction.
Description of Work: He returned my call promptly, he showed up in a timely manner to give me an estimate. The estimate was reasonable. He seemed knowledgeable.

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

$700

Response from MILL TO YOU FENCES INC
When I meet with (Member name removed),I sugested that the corner post for her fence was being pushed out of line by the tree next to it and that would be a problem.No she replied the neighbor had piled things against the fence and had forced it out of place,which just wasn't so .I gave her a very fair price to replace that side of her fence and suggested running the fence level to clean up the line,no she would want it run on a slope.Then she called to see if I could do the job for less.I sent her back a breakdown of my costs including materials at my cost, and my labor costs,which was more.She responded and I told her I was still willing to do the work for what I had quoted her,But that was the cost. Barry Potter

Jason L.
06/2013
5.0
fencing
  + -1 more
It went really well, I spoke with Barry and he came out promptly to give me a quote. I got two other quotes that same week and the quotes were the same, but they were using pressure treated wood. I really wanted cedar and after talking to Barry in person and him explaining his design I called him and he said he could come out in the next two weeks. Barry, actually ended up doing the job within 3 days of my phone call because his team was already on Capitol Hill so he squeezed me into his schedule.
Description of Work: They took down my old fence and replaced it with a beautiful cedar fence. I live in a row house so they had to place the poles in concrete and secure it. The fence looks great!

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
$2,800

Tenicia I.
05/2013
1.0
fencing
  + -1 more
I orginially contacted Barry almost 2 weeks ago (Monday, May 13) to get an estimate for some fence repairs that I needed for my front and back yard. We set up an appointment for Thursday, May 16 at 10am. May 16th came and went and I heard nothing from Barry. On Monday, May 20, I reached out to Barry to express my disappointment. He left a message on a my work voicemail extension me that he forgot to transfer the information from his email to his calendar (not sure I believe it, but I figured I would give him a second chance). We set up a second appointment for Tuesday, May 28 after 230p. I am not sure why I am surprised that he did not show AGAIN. It is amazing that someone with such great reviews, otherwise, can drop the ball so bad. Even when I reached out to express my disappointment versus calling my cell phone to apologize to me directly, he left a message on my work voicemail. I guess business is so great that there is no need to get new customers.
Description of Work: fencing estimate

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
1.0
punctuality
1.0


Geralyn O.
05/2013
5.0
fencing
  + -1 more
Barry Wood of Mill to You responded to my email inquiry almost immediately. He was able to survey the damage done to our fence (done by a couple of storms) the following day and send me an email of his assessment a couple of hours later. I found his estimate to be honest and detailed based on the current state of our fence. We accepted his estimate and the work was complete within the week. Honest, prompt, and well done.... You can't beat that with a stick.
Description of Work: Repair and replace lost and damaged pickets/rails on a stockade 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
$375

Contact information

6025 FARRINGTON AVE, Alexandria, VA 22304

www.mill-to-you.com

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Service Categories

Fencing,
Fencing Driveway Gates,
Handyman Services,
Decks and Porches,
Deck Maintenance

FAQ

MILL TO YOU FENCES INC is currently rated 4.8 overall out of 5.
MILL TO YOU FENCES INC accepts the following forms of payment: Check,Discover,MasterCard,Visa
Yes, MILL TO YOU FENCES INC offers free project estimates.
No, MILL TO YOU FENCES INC does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, MILL TO YOU FENCES INC does not offer a senior discount.
Yes, MILL TO YOU FENCES INC offers emergency services.
No, MILL TO YOU FENCES INC does not offer warranties.
MILL TO YOU FENCES INC offers the following services: FENCES, SHEDS, DECKS.
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Contact information

6025 FARRINGTON AVE, Alexandria, VA 22304

www.mill-to-you.com