Fence Company Serving Essex County and the Merrimack Valley, MA
If you are trying to find out whether a fence company will actually come to your town north of Boston, start here. We install residential fences within about 30 miles of our West Newbury shop and take commercial and municipal work up to 70 miles out.
- 4.8 on Google from 22 reviews
- Lifetime Workmanship Warranty
- Licensed & Insured
- Family-Owned Since 1985
- American Fence Association Member
Service Area at a Glance
Olympic Fence Company is a family-owned fence contractor based in West Newbury, Massachusetts, founded by David LaPierre in 1985 and now run by his son, James LaPierre. It installs cedar, vinyl, chain link and ornamental aluminum and steel fencing for homes within about 30 miles of West Newbury, across Essex County and the Merrimack Valley, including Newburyport, West Newbury, Amesbury, Salisbury, Haverhill, Groveland, North Andover, Beverly and Merrimac. Commercial and municipal projects, including security, athletic field and engineered gate work, run up to 70 miles out. Its own wood-on-steel system pairs cedar with steel posts so the fence does not rot at the base, and every installation carries a lifetime workmanship warranty. The company is a member of the American Fence Association.
Which Essex County Towns Does Olympic Fence Serve?
Each town below has its own page with the local permit rules, the fence styles that suit its properties, and recent work nearby. If your town is not listed but sits within about 30 miles of West Newbury, we still cover it.
Newburyport fence installation
Fence installation for Newburyport homes, with local permit and conservation details on its page.
West Newbury fence company
Home base for our shop and crews, and the town we have fenced longest.
Amesbury fence installation
Privacy, vinyl, chain link, pool and ornamental fencing for Amesbury homes.
Salisbury fence company
Beach and marsh-side properties that need fencing built for sand, salt and wind.
Haverhill fence installation
A permit for every fence at any height, and we handle that paperwork with the city.
Groveland fence company
Residential fence installation a short drive from our West Newbury shop.
North Andover fence installation
Privacy, pool and yard fencing for North Andover homes.
Beverly fence installation
Fencing for coastal homes in southern Essex County, where salt air shapes the material choice.
We also install in Merrimac, Newbury, Rowley and other nearby towns, and in parts of southern New Hampshire close to the state line.
- Residential: about 30 miles from West NewburyHomes, pools, dog yards and property lines across Essex County and the Merrimack Valley.
- Commercial and municipal: up to 70 milesBusinesses, schools, parks and town properties, with the specifications and bid paperwork those jobs carry.
What Fences Do We Install Across the Merrimack Valley and Essex County?
The same lineup runs in every town we serve. What changes is which one fits the lot, the weather it sees and the reason you want a fence.
Residential wood and cedar fencing
Traditional cedar and our wood-on-steel system, with steel posts under cedar boards so the base does not rot out.
Vinyl fencing
Privacy, semi-privacy and picket styles that never need staining and hold up well in salt air.
Privacy fencing
Solid cedar or vinyl panels sized to your town's height limits for back yards and side lines.
Chain link fencing
Galvanized and black vinyl-coated systems for yards, dogs, ball fields and commercial perimeters.
Ornamental aluminum and steel
Open-view metal fencing for front yards, pool enclosures and properties where security matters.
Pool fencing
Enclosures and self-closing, self-latching gates built to the pool barrier code your town enforces.
Does the Right Fence Change From the Coast to Inland Towns?
Yes. A fence near the coast and a fence in an inland town face different problems, so we choose materials and post methods for the ground and weather your property actually has.
Newburyport, Salisbury, Beverly and the marsh edges
Salt air corrodes cheap hardware, damp marsh ground keeps wood posts wet, and open exposure puts real wind load on solid panels.
- Vinyl holds up to salt and needs no staining.
- Wood-on-steel keeps cedar off wet ground at the post.
- Hardware and spacing are chosen with wind in mind.
Haverhill, Groveland, North Andover and the river valley
Ledge and rocky soil make digging slow, and freeze-thaw cycles push posts up and out of line over a few winters.
- Post layouts are planned around rock found during the estimate.
- Steel posts resist the heave that loosens wood set in the ground.
- Sloped lots get stepped or racked panels to follow the grade.
Permit Rules Change From Town to Town
Three neighboring communities show how much the rules differ. Each town page carries the full local detail.
| Town | Building permit | Worth knowing |
|---|---|---|
| Haverhill | Required for every fence, at any height. | The application moves through more than one office at City Hall, so build in time before the install date. |
| Newburyport | Not required for fences under 7 feet, according to the City of Newburyport. | Zoning and wetlands rules still apply, and some coastal lots need Conservation Commission review. |
| Salisbury | Fences 6 feet and under typically do not need one. | Taller fences go to the Building Department, and setbacks can apply depending on the lot. |
This is a general summary based on each town's published guidance and is not legal advice. Requirements can change. Contact the local building department or consult a licensed professional for current requirements specific to your property.
How Far Do You Travel for Commercial and Municipal Work?
Up to 70 miles from West Newbury. Olympic Fence Company has a long history of municipal and commercial work, and it runs across a much wider area than our residential installs. Security fencing, athletic fields, engineered gates and bid projects are covered on our commercial pages.
What Does the Lifetime Workmanship Warranty Cover?
If something fails because of how we installed it, we come back and fix it, in any town we serve. The warranty stays with the original customer and does not transfer if the property is sold.
Materials carry their own manufacturer warranties, which vary by product. We give you the manufacturer's paperwork when the job is done, and if anything comes up, you call us first and we deal with the supplier. Storm and impact damage is repair work rather than a warranty claim. More about the LaPierre family and our warranty.
What Do Customers Across the Area Say?
"Much more reasonable than two other quotes"
"I highly recommend Olympic Fence. Communication, installation and attention to detail were outstanding. They worked within my budget and were much more reasonable than two other quotes that I got."
"The crew was very professional"
"Olympic fence did a fantastic job installing the fence in back yard. The crew was very professional and did the job much quicker than expected. I would recommend them to any one looking to get a fence installed."
Service Area Questions
Do you install fences in my town?
If your home is within about 30 miles of West Newbury, yes. That covers most of Essex County and the Merrimack Valley. If you are unsure, send your address with your estimate request and we will confirm.
Do you charge more for towns farther from West Newbury?
We do not publish a price, because fence cost depends on the job more than the zip code. Four things move the number most: the material, the total length, the height and number of gates, and the ground the posts go into. Your estimate spells out each of those for your property.
Who handles the permit?
We do. Before we set a post, we check what your town requires for your lot, including height limits, setbacks and any conservation review, and we take care of the application where one is needed.
How far do you go for commercial or town projects?
Up to 70 miles from West Newbury, which covers much of eastern Massachusetts and southern New Hampshire. That includes security fencing, athletic fields, engineered gates and projects that go through public bidding.
Is Your Property in Our Service Area?
Send your address and what you want the fence to do. We will confirm we cover your town, check its permit rules for your lot and set up a time to look at the property.