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Carolina Fence Company | Fence and Gate Company in Moncks Corner, SC
A+ BBB · 21 Years in Business · Family Owned · 3,000+ Fences Installed · Serving Moncks Corner From Charleston
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Why Moncks Corner Needs a Specialist
Moncks Corner sits in the South Carolina Lowcountry, where hurricane wind, wet ground, and salt air put real demands on a fence. Building one that lasts here takes local knowledge, not a generic crew.
Moncks Corner sits in a hurricane-exposed stretch of Berkeley County, and the town’s construction standard designs for 133 to 140 mph winds. Tall solid-panel fences in open locations need posts and footings engineered for that load, not a minimum-depth set. We set posts deep and size footings for the wind.
The area runs from sandy loam over clay to wetland-adjacent organic soils, with high water tables near Moncks Corner’s many ponds, wetlands, and the 67-acre Foxbank lake. Master-planned fill, native sandy loam, and lake-adjacent clay all behave differently. On high-water-table lots we go deeper, around 36 inches or more, and use bell-bottom footings or alternative anchoring.
Sustained heat and humidity rot unsealed wood and grow mildew, salt air near the Cooper River, Tail Race Canal, and Lake Moultrie corrodes hardware, and strong Lowcountry sun fades vinyl. We use corrosion-resistant hardware and materials suited to the climate, and we seal and stain wood.
Fences are barred from public rights-of-way, which can sit back from the visible pavement edge, privacy fences must stay at least 3 feet from drainage structures and 3 inches above grade in easements, pool barriers must meet the swimming pool and spa code, and the town requires an HOA approval letter at permit submittal. We know the rules and pull the permit.
Moncks Corner also has master-planned communities like Foxbank Plantation and Cane Bay with architectural review, and the town and county split permitting, both covered below.
Fences and Gates We Build in Moncks Corner
Residential and Commercial Fencing
Fences for homes and businesses, including security, privacy, and pool fencing.
Charleston-Style Privacy Fences
The classic Lowcountry Charleston-style privacy fence, built for local character and storm exposure.
Summers Corner Fences
The Summers Corner community fence style popular across the Moncks Corner and Summerville corridor.
Wood Fencing
Board rail, split rail, and privacy wood fence with Yellawood and Maner lumber, sealed and stained for the climate.
Hog Wire and Living Fences
Hog wire fencing, often called a living fence, for a clean, open Lowcountry look.
Vinyl Fencing
Low-maintenance vinyl fence that resists Lowcountry humidity and UV.
Aluminum and Ornamental Iron Fencing
Ornamental aluminum and iron fence for a durable, decorative boundary.
Chain Link Fencing
Residential and commercial chain link with SPS Fencing materials.
Composite Fencing
Composite fence with Trex Fencing for a long-lasting, low-maintenance line.
Pool Fencing
Pool barriers built to the International Swimming Pool and Spa Code, with self-closing, self-latching gates.
Gates
Residential swing, slide, cantilever, bi-fold, pedestrian, decorative, and retractable gates, plus commercial slide, cantilever, vertical pivot, rolling, chain link, and wire mesh gates in aluminum, wood, vinyl, and chain link, with design, fabrication, safety features, and customization.
Hurricane and Storm Fence Repair
Emergency repair to get a storm- or hurricane-damaged fence back up fast.
Fence Maintenance
Staining, painting, and sealing, plus fence tear-out and disposal.
HOA and Permitting in Moncks Corner
Master-Planned Communities and HOAs
Moncks Corner has master-planned communities including Foxbank Plantation, High Point at Foxbank, and the Cane Bay neighborhoods like Lindera and The Woodwinds, each with architectural review and covenants. The town requires an HOA approval letter at permit submittal, so we confirm requirements first.
What Review Typically Covers
Covenants govern fence material, height, color, and style, with lots facing ponds, the lake, walking trails, or arterial roads held to stricter visual standards than interior lots.
HOA Approval Timeline
Architectural review typically runs 2 to 6 weeks depending on the board’s schedule. Secure HOA approval before the permit, since the town requires the approval letter to be submitted with it.
Permit Authority
Inside town limits, the Town of Moncks Corner Building Department issues fence permits through the CommunityCore system, while properties in unincorporated Berkeley County go through the County Planning and Zoning Department. We confirm which applies and pull the permit.
Permit Timeline
A complete residential fence permit typically runs about 1 to 3 weeks through CommunityCore, with the cutoff for next-day inspections at 4 PM.
Setbacks, Easements, and Rights-of-Way
A fence must sit entirely on your property, off all rights-of-way, which can extend past the pavement edge, and off drainage and utility easements, with privacy fences kept at least 3 feet from drainage structures and 3 inches above grade. We confirm the lines with a plot plan before installing.
Pool Fences and Utility Coordination
Pool barriers must meet the swimming pool and spa code, and pool or accessory permits may need a Berkeley Electric Cooperative or Santee Cooper site approval letter depending on the service address.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Moncks Corner
Credentials and Trust
Accredited with an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau.
More than two decades fencing the Lowcountry.
A track record of over 3,000 completed projects.
A team with more than 100 years of combined fencing experience.
A family-owned and operated company.
Financing available to fit your budget.
Fences engineered for hurricane wind, humidity, salt air, and the wet Berkeley County soil.
Find Carolina Fence Company
- Business Name: Carolina Fence Company
- Address: 557 B King St, Charleston, SC 29403
- Phone: (843) 821-0486
- Hours: Open 24/7
- Service Area: Moncks Corner, Berkeley County, and the greater Charleston area
- Website: https://www.carolinafencecompany.com/
Ready to Start Your Project in Moncks Corner?
Your first step is a free quote. Tell us about your fence or gate, whether it is a Charleston-style privacy fence, a pool enclosure, or a commercial gate, and we will help you bring it to life, built for the Lowcountry wind and soil and to the town’s code. Call (843) 821-0486 any time, or send your name, phone or email, and a brief project description.