Wrought Iron and Metal Fences in Houston, TX
Strong Landscaping designs and installs custom wrought iron and metal fences that add security and curb appeal without blocking the view. We build ornamental iron, welded steel, and low-maintenance aluminum, all finished to fight Houston humidity and rust. With 20+ years and 500+ projects across the Houston area, we set the posts right and hang gates that match, from a formal front fence to a code-ready pool barrier.
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An iron fence does a job wood cannot. It marks a clean boundary and adds real security while you still see the yard, the garden, and the street beyond it. That open, see-through look is why so many Houston homes use ornamental metal out front. We build each fence to fit your home’s style and to stand up to our heat, rain, and humidity.
- 500+ Projects Completed
- 20+ Years Experience
- 4.6/5 Average Rating
Fencing Services
Pool Fences
Code-ready aluminum and iron pool barriers with self-latching gates that keep kids safe and the view open.
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Automatic Gates
Motorized driveway gates with keypad and remote access, built to match your iron fence and shed the wind.
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Privacy Fences
Full-height wood or vinyl screening when you want seclusion instead of an open, see-through fence.
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Fence Repair
Reset leaning posts, fix rusted metal sections, and rehang sagging gates on your existing fence.
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How We Install a Wrought Iron Fence in Houston
01 Consultation & Site Evaluation
We start on your property with a free consultation. We measure the run, check grade and drainage, and talk through what you want the fence to do, whether that is security, curb appeal, or a pool barrier, since that shapes the metal and the design.
02 Style, Metal & Design
We help you pick the metal and the look: ornamental iron, welded steel, or rust-free aluminum, with the picket style, height, and any scrollwork. We also plan gate placement and the powder-coat color, so the whole fence matches your home before we order material.
03 Layout & Post Setting
We mark the line, call in utility locates, and set steel posts in deep concrete footings so our clay soil cannot heave the fence out of level. Heavy gate posts get extra footing, because a metal gate needs a solid anchor to swing true for years.
04 Panel & Gate Install
We hang the panels level along the grade, then set and adjust the gates so they latch clean and swing without dragging. Where the fence serves as a pool barrier, we install a self-closing, self-latching gate and confirm the spacing meets the code we reviewed with you.
05 Finish & Rust Protection
We touch up any nicks in the powder coat so no bare metal sits exposed to our humidity, then walk the finished fence with you. We show you the simple wash-and-inspect routine that keeps iron looking sharp and rust-free through Houston summers.
Trusted By Local Homeowners
Strong Landscaping, led by the creative genius, Thomas, has been doing my landscaping for 10 years. I used to pass by his work and just drool over it, never thinking I could afford it, but one day I asked him for a quote and was so shocked… Read more
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Strong Landscaping installed my front and back patios from dirt to a beautiful, long-lasting hardscape (many) years ago. I enjoyed working with Thomas who helped design and oversee the work. It is difficult to keep pavers on solid footing in Houston with our clay soil issues.… Read more
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The Strong team was great from start to finish on our yard overhaul and since then we have started weekly maintenance with them as well as seasonal refreshes with flowers and greenery that are seasonally appropriate and able to thrive in the wild Houston seasons. Would not hesitate to recommend to others.
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I am absolutely thrilled with Strong Landscaping's transformation of my yard into an oasis. Their expertise in design, creativity, and dedication to quality were critical to the project's success. I greatly appreciated their attention to detail and commitment to doing things the right way!… Read more
I recently worked with Strong Landscaping—specifically Thomas, Leah and their fantastic team—on a project to rejuvenate my front porch, and I couldn't be happier with the results. They cleared out debris from past storms, repaired and enhanced the stonework and pathways.… Read more
Cannot recommend highly enough. The team is responsive and went above and beyond in coordinating my landscaping to my interior design style and suggesting options that will have long term benefits like privacy, curb appeal, and (hopefully!) property value.… Read more
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Strong landscaping is awesome. Thomas and Leah are the A Team! We are working with them for synthetic grass in the backyard and they helped us design the front. Repeat customer for life.
Alan and Thomas did a great job on my yard. Unfortunately, they had to fix a mess of the yard that another landscaper had done. They went beyond what they had promised just to get the yard going in the right direction. Super creative and finish the work in a timely manner.
Great service by a great team. This company stands out to me as a quality customer oriented company. I wouldn't look anywhere else. These guys are awesome.
Thomas is a genius when it comes to design! I love working with him and his team! Love my family over at Strong Landscaping.
What Sets Our Metal Fences Apart
Plenty of crews bolt up big-box panels and call it done. We treat a metal fence like part of the home: steel posts set deep in our clay, finishes chosen to fight rust, and gates that actually match. With 20+ years in Houston and 500+ projects done, we build iron and aluminum fences that stay level and looking sharp.
Houston Outdoor Living
Rust-Resistant Finishes
We install galvanized, powder-coated iron and steel, plus no-rust aluminum options, so your fence fights Gulf Coast humidity and rain instead of streaking and flaking after a couple of wet seasons.
Security With an Open View
An ornamental metal fence marks a firm boundary and adds security while you still see your yard and the street. It is the classic front-yard and estate look that solid wood cannot give you.
Posts Set for Texas Clay
We anchor metal posts in deep concrete footings sized for our shifting clay soil, so panels stay level and heavy gates keep swinging true through seasons of dry and wet.
Metal Fences Built for the Gulf Coast Climate
A metal fence has to fight two things in Houston: rust and shifting soil. Our humid, rainy climate attacks bare steel and true wrought iron, so we install with a galvanized base and a baked powder-coat finish that seals the surface. When rust needs to be off the table completely, we spec aluminum, which never corrodes and makes an excellent low-maintenance choice for front yards and pool barriers.
The soil matters just as much as the metal. The clay under most Houston yards swells and shrinks with the seasons, which is what pushes fences out of level over time. We set steel posts in deep concrete footings, and we give gate posts extra anchoring, so panels stay straight and heavy gates keep swinging true. Ornamental iron and aluminum also shed high winds better than solid panels, which helps during our storm season.
Many Houston neighborhoods have an HOA or deed restrictions, and in a lot of master-planned communities ornamental iron is allowed, or even required, on street-facing frontages where solid wood is not. We help you check those rules before we build. If you want a see-through metal fence that doubles as a pool barrier, ask about aluminum, and if seclusion is your goal instead, our privacy fences page covers solid wood and vinyl.
Proudly Serving Homeowners Across Local Communities
Strong Landscaping provides premium landscaping and outdoor living services throughout surrounding neighborhoods and service areas, delivering tailored outdoor solutions designed for each property and environment.
- Downtown Houston
- East Downtown (EaDo)
- West University Place
- Montrose
- Rice Military
- The Heights
- Near Northside
- Garden Oaks & Oak Forest
- River Oaks
- Memorial
- Braeswood Place
- Texas Medical Center
- Greenway Plaza
- Spring Branch
- Galleria
- Westchase
- Energy Corridor
- Upper Kirby
- Bellaire
Outdoor Transformations Designed To Last
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a wrought iron fence cost in Houston?
Wrought iron fence cost depends on the height, the design detail, how many gates you add, and the length of the run. A simple aluminum panel fence costs less than a custom ornamental iron fence with scrollwork and matching gates. That is why we give a free on-site estimate and an itemized quote before any work starts. After 20+ years and 500+ projects in Houston, we can walk your property and give you an honest range the same visit.
Wrought iron or aluminum fence, which is better in Houston?
Both work well here, and the right choice depends on your goal. True steel and wrought iron are the strongest and best for security and a heavy, estate look, but they must be powder-coated and maintained to fight rust in Gulf Coast humidity. Aluminum will not rust, needs almost no upkeep, and makes a great code-compliant pool barrier, though it is lighter than steel. We help you weigh strength, upkeep, and budget during the estimate.
Do iron fences rust in Houston’s humidity?
Bare steel and true wrought iron can rust in our humid, rainy climate if they are not protected. We install metal fences with a galvanized base and a baked powder-coat finish that seals the surface against moisture, which holds up far longer than a brushed-on paint. If rust is a dealbreaker, we can spec aluminum, which does not rust at all. We also touch up any nicks so bare metal never sits exposed.
Can a metal fence meet Houston pool code?
Yes. Ornamental aluminum and iron fences are a popular choice for pool barriers because they look good and let you see the water. To pass, the fence generally needs the right height, narrow picket spacing, and a self-closing, self-latching gate. Exact numbers are set by the current adopted code, so we confirm the local pool barrier rules with you before we build. If a pool barrier is your main goal, see our pool fences page for the full safety details.
What is the difference between wrought iron and other metal fences?
True wrought iron is worked by hand and is heavy and ornate, which is why most modern fences use welded steel or tubular steel that gives the same classic look for less. Aluminum copies the ornamental style but weighs less and never rusts. We install all three and match the style to your home, so whether you want a formal iron front fence or a low-maintenance aluminum run, the finished look stays consistent.
Do you build custom iron gates to match the fence?
Yes. We build walk gates and driveway gates that match your fence design, from a simple picket gate to a heavy ornamental entrance. Iron and aluminum gates shed wind better than solid panels, which matters in our storm season. We can also make the gate ready for an automatic opener now or later. If you want a motorized entrance, our automatic gates page covers openers and access control.
