Close view of a new pine shadowbox fence with alternating boards

Havana · North of Tallahassee

Fence Company in Havana, FL

Havana is a small town with a big main street of shops, close enough to Tallahassee for a daily commute and rural enough for horses and hay. Most fence projects here are either a tidy in-town yard or a long country line.

Fencing in Havana

Havana sits on US 27 about a dozen miles north of Tallahassee in Gadsden County, not far from the Georgia line. The town is known for its shops and old storefronts, and like Quincy it has tobacco-farming roots. Around it, the land rolls into farms, pine woods and homes on several acres. Many residents work in Tallahassee and want a fence that keeps dogs and kids in without a lot of upkeep.

In town

Lots in town are smaller and closer together. Wood privacy fences and shadowbox fences are common between neighbors; picket fences and black aluminum suit older homes. The Town of Havana sets its own rules inside town limits, so check with town hall before building a fence along a street.

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Out in the country

Outside town, Gadsden County rules apply, and fence projects get longer:

  • Board and wire fencing for horses, cattle and goats
  • Chain link around the house area to keep dogs close
  • Wide gates for tractors and trailers, sometimes with an opener at the driveway
  • Cross fencing to divide pasture

Ground and weather

The area sits in the Red Hills, with clay soil and slopes. Clay holds posts firmly but stays wet; long runs need good corner braces and drainage. Open fields catch wind from passing storms, so gates and corners deserve heavier posts.

Planning a long run

For acreage, walk the line before the quote: note low spots, creeks, trees on the line and where gates go. Clearing brush and removing old wire are often the hidden costs. The cost guide shows typical per-foot ranges.

Repairs

Old farm fences and backyard fences in Havana often need new posts, re-stretched wire or a re-hung gate rather than a full replacement. See fence repair.

Before any post hole is dug, Florida law requires a locate request through Sunshine 811 at least two full business days ahead, so buried power, gas, water and cable lines get marked. A good contractor handles this for you; ask to make sure.

Getting a fence quote in Havana

Tell us the fence type, rough length, timing and your ZIP code. We pass the request to one licensed local fence contractor who works in your area, and they contact you to set up a free on-site measure and a written quote. One contractor, no bidding war on your phone, and you are never obligated to hire anyone.

Nearby: Quincy, Thomasville, GA, and Bradfordville.

Common questions

Do contractors from Tallahassee work in Havana?

Many do; it is a short drive up US 27. We pass your request to a contractor who covers your area.

What fence is best for goats?

Woven field fence with tight spacing near the bottom, solid corner bracing and a tight gate. Goats test every gap.

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