When you want to completely screen out a neighboring yard or building, consider a stockade privacy fence, which is ideal because of its tightly fitted pickets. Before you begin any fence project, take ...

Dear Pat: I need to install a fence around my backyard. I was thinking of going with a board type of fencing. Are there other designs I should consider, and what are some construction tips? — Tracy F.

Fences on both sides of my back yard are falling down and need replacing. Home Depot and Lowe’s both have stockade fencing, which I’m not crazy about. I’m thinking about getting a wire fence and then ...