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Fence Contractors in Spanish Springs

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Spanish Springs is a wide-open valley north of Sparks, with large lots, horse properties and newer subdivisions. Open terrain means wind with fewer obstacles, so fence structure matters even more here.

Spanish Springs notes

  • Jurisdiction varies: much of Spanish Springs is unincorporated Washoe County, while some neighborhoods on the south end are inside Sparks city limits. Permit rules depend on which one you’re in.
  • Washoe County rules: fences up to 30 inches in the front yard and up to 6 feet elsewhere are permit-exempt when not used as pool barriers or required screening. Front-yard fences are limited to 4.5 feet.
  • Large lots: ranch rail, no-climb wire and chain link are common for acreage. Washoe County exempts wire fences under a certain height on parcels over 2 acres.
  • Soil: expect anything from sandy valley soils to clay, which affects post footing design.

Services in Spanish Springs

Built for local conditions

  • Wind. Washoe County’s adopted design criteria put Reno, Sparks and the county in a special wind region with a 120 mph design wind speed for homes. The afternoon “Washoe Zephyr” that pours over the Sierra is why so many local repair calls are for leaning posts and flattened panels.
  • Frost. The county lists a 24-inch frost-line depth. Posts set shallower than that can heave in freeze-thaw cycles.
  • Sun and dry air. At roughly 4,400 to 5,500 feet with low humidity, UV and drying are hard on stain, paint and cheap vinyl.
  • Soil. Lots range from decomposed granite and rock (common on hillside lots) to clay that swells when wet. Both affect how posts are dug and set.

Nearby areas

Reno, Sparks, Spanish Springs, South Meadows & Double Diamond, Damonte Ranch, Somersett, Northwest Reno, Sun Valley, Verdi, Washoe Valley.

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Reno Fence Contractors connects Reno, Sparks and Washoe County homeowners with an independent local fence contractor. Work is performed by that contractor, not by this website. Cost figures on this site are published ranges from the sources listed, not quotes.

Frequently asked questions

Is Spanish Springs in Sparks or Washoe County?

Both. Check your parcel on the Washoe County assessor or regional GIS map to see your jurisdiction.

What fence is good for horses?

Ranch rail (vinyl or wood) or no-climb wire with a top rail are common choices. Avoid barbed wire for horses.

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