Fencing & Iron Works in Hammond, LA

Yes — the City of Hammond’s Building Department requires a permit for most fences, and the design has to include the fence’s location on a survey or parcel map. In the front yard, wood, metal, wrought iron, and masonry fences are capped at 4 feet; behind the front setback, solid fences (wood, vinyl, stone, stucco) can go up to 8 feet. Fences within 30 feet of a street intersection can’t exceed 3 feet, for sightline safety. Hammond’s Historic District has its own tighter rules — 3 feet in front and side yards, 6 feet in the rear, with vinyl and chain link generally not allowed. Barbed wire isn’t permitted in residential areas anywhere in the city. Rules are different just outside city limits in unincorporated Tangipahoa Parish. We’ll confirm which set of rules applies to your address before we start.

Yes, but the rules are tighter than the rest of the city. Hammond’s Historic District limits fences to 3 feet in front and side yards and 6 feet in the rear, and generally does not allow vinyl or chain link — traditional wood or brick is recommended, and a Certificate of Appropriateness review applies on top of the standard permit. Ornamental iron and painted wood pickets are usually the safest fit for these properties. We can help you design something that clears review the first time.

Fence costs in Hammond vary by material, linear footage, and project complexity. Wood privacy fences — cedar and pine — are typically the most affordable starting point. Vinyl is low-maintenance and popular in Hammond subdivisions. Custom ornamental iron and automatic gates are higher-ticket investments but add significant curb appeal and security. All estimates from Tony’s Fencing and Iron Works are free — call (985) 703-0595 for a no-pressure quote.

Cedar is the top wood fencing choice in Hammond — it naturally resists insects and rot, which matters in Louisiana’s humid climate. Vinyl is growing in popularity because it requires almost no upkeep. For commercial properties and neighborhood entry gates along I-12, ornamental iron and automatic gate systems are the most common request. We have been building fences in Hammond for decades and know exactly what holds up here.

Yes. Based in nearby Ponchatoula, we serve all of Hammond and Tangipahoa Parish including Franklinton and surrounding areas. We also regularly take on projects in St. Tammany Parish — Covington, Mandeville, and Madisonville. Call (985) 703-0595 to confirm availability for your area.