Mapleton, Utah
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Deer fence, privacy and ranch fencing, decks and pergolas for Mapleton properties, with posts set in rocky bench ground and long runs built straight across a big lot.
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Fencing, Decks and Pergolas in Mapleton
Fencing in Mapleton is a different job than in most of the valley. Property lines run long on lots from a third of an acre to a couple of acres, so a fence means a lot of linear feet. And the reason for the fence changes from lot to lot: keeping deer out of the garden, keeping horses in, or giving the backyard some privacy without closing off the view of Maple Mountain.
The deer are a real reason. Mule deer come down from the foothills in winter and eat ornamental shrubs and young trees. Utah State University guidance puts an effective deer fence at around 7 to 8 feet tall, much taller than a normal backyard fence. So we often fence only the garden or the planted beds instead of the whole lot, and we confirm fence height rules with the city first.
Decks and pergolas round it out. A covered deck or a pergola gives you shade on an open lot that may not have big trees near the house yet. At Mapleton's elevation the winters run a little colder, so footings go deep and posts and beams get sized for snow. We build in cedar, composite, vinyl and metal, and we will tell you which one holds up to bench sun and snow for the look you want.
Mapleton is big-lot country under Maple Mountain, a lot of it horse property, where the bench slopes on gravel fan soil and the deer come down out of the foothills in winter.
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The Mapleton challenges
When snow pushes mule deer down off Maple Mountain, they browse whatever they can reach, and a standard backyard fence often does not stop them. A fence that works is taller, around 7 to 8 feet per USU guidance. We fence the planted areas that matter most and leave open ground open.
A Mapleton property line can run a long way, and nearly every post hole on the bench hits cobbles. Shallow posts in loose gravel lean. We use equipment that breaks through rock, set posts to full depth in concrete, and pull string lines tight so a long fence runs straight.
Horses lean on fences, chew them and push them. Wire that works for a garden can hurt a horse. On horse property we build rail or ranch fencing that suits livestock, and keep it separate from the deer and privacy fencing near the house, so each one does its own job.
Big Mapleton lots often have a lot of sky and few large trees near the house. Summer afternoons on an open patio get hot. A pergola or covered deck placed by the sun gives you shade this year, while new trees take a long time to catch up.
The J&H approach
We sort the lot into zones: deer fence around gardens and young trees, ranch rail for animals, privacy where neighbors are close, and open views toward the mountain. Each zone gets the fence that fits, so you are not paying for an 8-foot fence everywhere.
On the bench we break through cobbles to get posts to depth, set them in concrete, and keep water from pooling at the base. Deck and pergola posts land on poured footings sized for snow and the colder bench winters.
We check where the afternoon sun hits your patio and where the view is. The pergola or covered deck goes where it cuts the heat without blocking Maple Mountain, with slats or louvers where you still want some light through.
What homeowners say
"We had a really big project (full lot project) and a crazy timeline, and Jackson and his team were awesome. They are very efficient, work hard to get things done quick, and the quality of their work is top-notch. Great company. Great guys. I would highly recommend them for any landscaping needs."
"Jackson and his crew did a phenomenal job on our back yard. I had a vision and they brought it to life. We had them do a retaining wall, grading, underground trampoline, sprinkler system, and sod. They met deadlines, communication was on point, and the whole crew was friendly.…"
"…The job was completed quickly without sacrificing quality, and the results exceeded our expectations. We would absolutely hire this team again and recommend them to anyone looking for landscaping help."
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