Fence and Gate Installation
Miami-Dade County
Built to Last, Engineered to Impress

Premium Ipe & Composite Fences for South Florida Homes

Extreme Decks installs premium fences and custom gates across Miami-Dade County using Brazilian Ipe hardwood, capped composite systems by Trex and TimberTech, and thermally modified wood — all engineered to meet Florida’s hurricane codes. With over 1,500 completed projects in South Florida, certified in-house crews, and full permit management, Extreme Decks is Miami-Dade’s trusted fence installation specialist.

Why Most Fences in Miami-Dade
Fail Before Year Three

South Florida is one of the most demanding environments in the continental U.S. for outdoor structures. Salt air from Biscayne Bay, extreme ground moisture, and hurricane-season wind loads create conditions that expose every shortcut an installer takes — usually within 18 to 24 months.

The most common failure points we see across Miami-Dade: Standard softwoods like pine and cedar absorb moisture rapidly without proper end-grain sealing, inviting rot and subterranean termites within two years. Galvanized fasteners begin showing visible rust bleeding in coastal conditions before year three. Posts set too shallow shift, lean, or heave after the first major rain event in South Florida’s sandy and clay-shifting soils.

At Extreme Decks, every installation follows a non-negotiable protocol: 305-grade stainless steel hardware, sealed post bases, minimum one-third post length below grade, and end-grain treatment on every cut surface. These aren’t upgrades — they’re the baseline.

Fence & Gate Projects Completed

Across Miami-Dade County

Horizontal hardwood privacy fence fronting a modern white two-story home in Miami-Dade

Horizontal Ipe wood privacy fence under construction with framing and posts at a Miami-Dade home

Open horizontal-slat hardwood fence with a stone column and hedge at a Miami-Dade home

Long horizontal hardwood privacy fence lining a modern white home along a Miami-Dade street

Horizontal Ipe wood privacy fence wrapping a corner beside a paver driveway in Miami-Dade

Crew installing a horizontal hardwood privacy fence along the sidewalk at a Miami-Dade home

Freshly finished horizontal Ipe wood privacy fence above a matching Ipe deck in Miami-Dade

Tall horizontal Ipe wood privacy fence with palm trees and a home behind it in Miami-Dade

Ipe, Composite, or Thermally Modified
The Right Material for Your Property

There is no single “best” fence material for Miami-Dade. The right choice depends on your property’s exposure, design brief, and maintenance expectations. After hundreds of installations across the county, here is how we guide homeowners through the decision.

Brazilian Ipe is the gold standard for luxury wood fences — with a natural Janka hardness of 3,684 lbf and built-in resistance to fungal decay, termites, and UV radiation. It communicates permanence in a way no composite currently replicates.

Capped composite systems by Trex and TimberTech are the technically correct answer for waterfront and coastal properties where zero maintenance is non-negotiable. The outer polymer cap seals the core from moisture, mold, and UV — the three primary failure mechanisms for wood in South Florida.

Thermally modified wood is the smart middle ground: a natural wood aesthetic, significantly better performance than standard pine, and a more accessible price point than Ipe — without sacrificing dimensional stability in Florida’s humidity.

Custom Gate Installation in Miami-Dade
Where Function Meets Architecture

On a luxury property in Coral Gables, Coconut Grove, or Key Biscayne, the gate is not a fence accessory. It is the primary architectural element of the entire perimeter — what visitors interact with, what photographers frame, and what sets the tone for everything beyond it.

Extreme Decks engineers custom gates built to the same structural standard as the fence system. Horizontal Ipe gates feature welded steel internal frames — not wood-only construction — eliminating the sag and twist that wood-frame gates develop under their own weight over time. The steel carries the structural load; the Ipe carries the aesthetic.

For zero-maintenance perimeter systems, composite and powder-coated aluminum gate frames are available in custom RAL colors matched to your architectural palette. Gate automation integration — swing operators, sliding motors, keypad access, and smart-home systems — is coordinated as part of the full project scope, never retrofitted as an afterthought.

“In Miami-Dade, the fence failures we’re called to replace almost never come down to material quality — they come down to installation decisions made in the first hour of the job. Post depth, fastener grade, end-grain sealing. When those three steps are executed correctly, a properly specified fence in this climate doesn’t just survive — it outlasts every other material on the property. We’ve seen Ipe fences installed over a decade ago in Coral Gables that still require zero structural intervention. That’s not luck. That’s process.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does fence installation cost in Miami-Dade County?

Fence installation in Miami-Dade typically ranges from $45 to $120+ per linear foot installed, depending on material, height, and design complexity. Ipe hardwood and capped composite systems sit at the premium end of that range. Budget-grade materials installed at lower price points frequently require costly repairs or full replacement within three to five years — making true cost-per-year a more useful metric than upfront price. Exact pricing requires a site evaluation, as soil conditions and project scope vary significantly across Miami-Dade.

Do I need a permit to install a fence in Miami-Dade County?

Yes. Fences exceeding four feet in height in front yards, or six feet in side and rear yards, generally require a building permit in Miami-Dade. Pool barrier fences have additional specific code requirements under Florida's residential pool safety law. Extreme Decks manages the full permit application, plan review, and inspection process as a standard part of every project — clients do not need to interact with the municipality directly.

How long does fence installation take in Miami-Dade?

From signed contract to completed installation, most residential fence projects take between three and six weeks — the majority of that timeline is the municipal permit review cycle, not the physical installation. Once the permit is approved, installation of a standard residential perimeter fence typically takes one to three days depending on linear footage and gate complexity. We provide a specific project timeline at the proposal stage and communicate proactively if municipal review timelines shift.

What is the best fence material for a waterfront property in Miami-Dade?

For properties with direct water frontage or within two blocks of the Atlantic, Biscayne Bay, or the Intracoastal Waterway, we recommend capped composite systems by Trex or TimberTech, or Brazilian Ipe hardwood — both paired with 305 or 316-grade stainless steel hardware. Standard galvanized hardware and untreated softwood fencing typically show visible corrosion and structural compromise within 18 to 36 months in salt-air environments.

Does Extreme Decks use subcontractors for fence installation?

No. Every Extreme Decks fence and gate installation is executed by our own certified, in-house crews. We do not subcontract labor to third-party installers or day labor networks. The team that arrives at your property is the team we trained, vetted, and are fully accountable for. This is a non-negotiable standard on every project we take in Miami-Dade County.

Can you install a fence that matches the architectural style of my home in Coral Gables or Coconut Grove?

Yes — this is a significant part of what we do in Miami-Dade's luxury residential market. For Mediterranean revival homes, we work with masonry columns, wrought iron integration, and warm-toned hardwoods. For contemporary builds, horizontal Ipe or composite systems with concealed fasteners are the standard specification. We review architectural drawings, coordinate with your designer or GC, and ensure the fence reads as an intentional part of the property.

How does Extreme Decks handle HOA fence approval in Miami-Dade communities?

We have extensive experience navigating HOA architectural review processes across Miami-Dade's gated and deed-restricted communities. We prepare full specification packages — including material samples, elevation drawings, and color references — that satisfy most HOA submission requirements. Our proposal process does not begin permitting until HOA approval is confirmed, avoiding duplicated costs or timeline conflicts for the homeowner.

What maintenance does an Ipe fence require in South Florida?

Brazilian Ipe requires minimal maintenance in South Florida. Left untreated, it weathers naturally to a distinguished silver-gray patina — structurally intact and fully functional. To maintain its original chocolate-brown tone, a single application of penetrating Ipe oil once every one to two years is sufficient. This is significantly less maintenance than any softwood alternative and comparable in time investment to cleaning a composite fence. We provide specific maintenance guidance at every project handoff.

Will my new fence survive a hurricane in Miami-Dade?

A properly engineered and permitted fence in Miami-Dade is designed to meet the Florida Building Code's wind load requirements for the property's specific exposure category. Post sizing, footing depth, panel design, and hardware specifications are all calculated against defined wind-load criteria. Extreme Decks designs all fence systems to meet or exceed FBC wind load requirements and pulls permits on every project — significantly reducing failure risk compared to unpermitted or under-engineered installations.

How is Extreme Decks different from other fence companies in Miami-Dade?

Three things set us apart. First, material expertise — we are tropical hardwood specialists with direct access to Brazilian Ipe and Cumaru, and certified installers for Trex and TimberTech composite systems. Second, technical process — our installation protocol covers every step from permit management to final inspection, with no shortcuts on post depth, fastener grade, or end-grain treatment. Third, accountability — no subcontractors, direct project manager access, and a job site left cleaner than we found it.

Miami-Dade is not a monolithic market. A waterfront property on Fisher Island has fundamentally different exposure conditions than an inland estate in Pinecrest. A modern new build in Brickell requires a different specification than a Mediterranean revival in Coral Gables.

For coastal and waterfront communities — Fisher Island, Key Biscayne, Miami Beach, Coconut Grove — every specification defaults to marine-grade hardware, capped composite or Ipe, and sealed post systems rated for constant salt-air exposure.

For inland luxury residential neighborhoods — Coral Gables, Pinecrest, South Miami, Palmetto Bay — our crews coordinate with landscape architects and GCs, respect HOA and municipal aesthetic guidelines, and complete projects without damage to irrigation systems or existing hardscape.

For urban and Intracoastal properties — Brickell, Edgewater, Miami Shores, Aventura — horizontal composite and Ipe systems with concealed fasteners and automated gate integration are the standard specification, engineered to function as seamless architectural extensions of the building.

Most fence contractors show up, dig holes, set posts, and disappear. The problems surface six months later — a leaning post, a rusted fastener, a gate that no longer closes cleanly. By then, the contractor is unreachable.

Every Extreme Decks project follows a six-phase process designed to prevent those outcomes before the first post goes in the ground: technical site evaluation, full permit management, material pre-treatment, engineered post setting, concealed fastener panel installation, and a formal final walkthrough with the homeowner after the municipal inspection passes.

Our crews are certified, uniformed, in-house, and non-smoking. We do not subcontract labor — ever. The team that arrives at your property is the team we trained and are fully accountable for. Your project manager’s number works before, during, and after installation — not just during the sales process.

Horizontal Ipe wood privacy fence meeting matching Ipe deck steps at a Miami-Dade home

Your Miami-Dade Property Deserves a Fence Engineered for It
Not a Generic Quote

The difference between a fence that defines your property for the next twenty years and one you’re replacing in five comes down to decisions made before the first post goes in the ground. Extreme Decks brings the same technical discipline to every fence and gate installation across Miami-Dade — permitted, inspected, and built to last.