Fence Installation in Riceville, TN
Trusted Fence Installation in Riceville, Tennessee
For over 50 years, Loudon County Fence has proudly served Riceville and surrounding areas with high-quality, professional fence installation.
Why Choose Loudon County Fence?
✅ Locally Owned & Veteran-Operated
As a veteran-owned business, we believe in honesty, hard work, and showing up when we say we will. Our reputation is built on trust — not gimmicks.
✅ Unlimited Contractor License
We’re fully licensed for both residential and commercial fencing — no job too big or small. From backyards to stadiums and secure government facilities, we’ve done it all.
✅ Built to Last
No bologna. No excuses. Just great fences. Our materials and craftsmanship stand the test of time — backed by decades of satisfied customers across East Tennessee.
Fence Styles We Offer in Riceville
🪵 Wood Fencing – Privacy, style, and classic appeal
🧱 Vinyl Fencing – Low maintenance and clean design
🔗 Chain Link – Affordable, secure, and fast to install
🛡️ Metal & Aluminum Fences – Sleek, modern, and durable
🌾 Farm & Agricultural Fencing – For livestock, property lines, and rural spaces
Serving All of Riceville
We regularly install fences in:
• Athens
• Etowah
• Englewood
• Riceville
• Niota
• Calhoun
Fence & Fencing in Knoxville & East Tennessee
Riceville Fence Questions
Unincorporated McMinn County between Athens and Calhoun.
Which rules apply in Riceville?
Riceville is unincorporated, so McMinn County requirements apply rather than a city ordinance. Tennessee publishes no statewide residential fence code, so confirm with the county before construction.
What fence works best for livestock?
Woven wire and board fence, with high-tensile on larger tracts. Corner and gate bracing determines whether it holds — every run pulls against its corners, and a weak one takes the whole line out of alignment.
What does farm fence cost per foot?
Roughly $12 to $30 per linear foot installed depending on type, terrain and gates. Wood privacy $14–50, chain link $10–40. Costs by length.
How deep should posts be set?
About a third of the above-ground height, minimum near 24 inches, deeper at gates and corners. Expansive clay swells wet and shrinks dry, which works shallow posts loose. Why depth decides it.
How do I handle a line running through woods?
Clear it and establish the boundary before setting anything. Tennessee has no statute drawing your line — the deed and county plat govern, and a fence left in the wrong place long enough can affect where the legal line runs.
Who is responsible for a fence between two farms?
A partition fence under Tennessee Code 44-8-202 — adjoining owners generally share the cost. Where one property is agricultural and the other is not, the non-agricultural owner may file a written disclaimer. Full explanation.
What if we cannot agree on repair costs?
Either party may ask a judge of the court of general sessions to intervene. The judge appoints three disinterested freeholders to examine the fence and determine what is owed.
Can you repair rather than replace?
Often yes. If the posts are sound, repair is usually better value. If posts are leaning or rotted at grade, replacement is normally cheaper than repeated fixes.
Do you cover this far south?
Yes — McMinn County is part of our service area, including Athens, Etowah, Englewood, Niota, Calhoun and Riceville. We have been working this end of the region since 1973.
Do I have to call 811 before digging?
Yes — post holes count as excavation. About three business days. Private runs to barns, wells, pumps and septic fields are common and never marked. Full 811 guide.
Summarized from Tennessee Code Title 44 Chapter 8, current as of 2026. Not legal advice. Call (865) 988-9935.
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