Port Washington is a harbor town built on hills along Lake Michigan, the Ozaukee County seat, with a historic downtown that runs down to the marina. Hills, lake wind and older homes on narrow streets all affect how a fence should be built here.
Building for Lake Wind and Hills
- Wind. A solid privacy fence near the lake acts like a sail. We set posts deeper, space them closer where needed and can recommend designs with small gaps, like board-on-board or spaced horizontal, that let some wind through.
- Slopes. Many Port Washington yards slope. We step or rack the fence to follow the ground so it looks right and leaves no gaps at the bottom.
- Bluff-top homes. Near the bluffs, an open ornamental aluminum fence adds safety without blocking the lake view.
Cedar Fences
Cedar suits Port Washington’s older homes, and it holds up well in lake weather when it’s stained.

Tongue Groove Cedar

6’ Tall Dog Ear Cedar Fence

Horizontal Cedar 6’ Tall

Tongue Groove Cedar Privacy

Cedar Fence – Tongue & Groove with Gate

Tongue & Groove 4ft Cedar

Horizontal Fence

Spaced Cedar Picket Fence
Vinyl Fences
Vinyl doesn’t rot, fade or need paint, which makes it a practical choice near the lake.

Arctic Blend Largo

10′ Tall Vinyl

Vinyl Chesterfield

Bufftech Vinyl
Call Us: (414)534-3024
With over 25 years of experience in the fencing industry, we bring unmatched skill and expertise to every project. Proudly serving the Milwaukee area, we’re known for delivering top-quality fence installation with reliable, knowledgeable service you can trust.

Commercial Fencing
For businesses and properties around the harbor and the industrial areas, we install commercial chain link, gates, bollards and dumpster enclosures.
Nearby Areas We Serve
Grafton, Cedarburg, Thiensville and Mequon.
Port Washington Fence FAQs
Will a privacy fence hold up to the wind off the lake?
Yes, if it’s built for it. We set posts deeper and can suggest designs that let some wind through.
My backyard is on a hill. Can it be fenced?
Yes. We follow the slope by stepping or racking the fence.


