When wind takes down the fence between your home and your neighbor's in Altadena, Mulholland Brand designs, builds and installs a permanent replacement. Our custom fences are powder-coated aluminum, which does not rust or rot, and our own W-2 crews install them, not subcontractors.
At a glance
- Make the yard safe first: deal with pets, pool access, privacy and security before you choose a new fence.
- Photograph everything: panels, posts, gates and the part of the fence still standing.
- Agree with your neighbor in writing: height, material, look, gates and how you'll split the cost.
- Replace it with something that lasts: aluminum does not rot like the wood that came down.
First steps after the fence comes down
Take care of anything urgent first: an open side yard, a dog that can get out, a gap next to a pool, or a yard that's suddenly open to the street.
Before anything is hauled away, take photos and video from both sides of the fence. Get the fallen panels, any leaning or cracked posts, gates that no longer latch, and the section that is still standing. Wind often loosens posts and footings along the whole run, not just where the panels fell, so the photos help us see what needs replacing.
Agree on the new fence with your neighbor
A shared fence is easier when both households agree on the basics before anyone signs:
- Where the fence will sit
- How much of the run gets replaced
- Height and how private it should be
- Material, color and style
- Whether a gate stays, moves or is replaced
- How the cost will be split
Put what you agree in writing, even a shared email is enough. If you have a question about who has to pay, get legal advice for your situation.
Why replace a wood fence with aluminum
Many fences that come down in a windstorm are wood, often already weakened by rot at the posts. Rebuilding with the same material starts the same clock again.
Our powder-coated aluminum does not rot or rust. If you and your neighbor like the look of wood, our wood-look aluminum has the look and feel of wood without the rot. See how aluminum compares to a wood fence.
A new shared fence can be:
- A privacy fence with a matching gate
- A more open design where you want light and a view
- Wood-look aluminum for a warmer look
- A topper on an existing wall where a masonry wall is still standing
- A custom laser-cut panel if you want a feature section
How a shared replacement fence comes together with us
- Send photos and rough measurements. Photos from both yards and the approximate length of the fence are enough to start.
- We look at the site. We check the posts, footings and the section still standing, and how the fence meets any walls, slopes or gates.
- You and your neighbor choose the design. Height, privacy, color, wood-look or plain finish, and any gate. We can show you samples so both households see the same thing.
- We fabricate it in-house. Your fence is made to your measurements at our factory in Canoga Park.
- Our own crew installs it. The same company that designed and built the fence puts it in.
Having one company handle the design, fabrication and installation also makes things simpler for two households. There's one quote to agree on, one schedule, and one company to call with questions.
Planning for the next windstorm
Altadena sits below the San Gabriel foothills, and strong winds are part of living there. When you plan the replacement, tell us which stretch of the fence takes the most wind and how private you want each section to be. A fully solid fence catches more wind than one with gaps between the slats, so we'll talk through the balance between privacy and airflow for your site.
What your replacement quote should cover
Make sure the written quote covers the whole job:
- Removal of the damaged fence
- Total length and height of the new fence
- Material, style and finish
- New posts and footings
- Any gates, with their hardware
- Installation and cleanup
California's Contractors State License Board recommends a written home improvement contract that spells out the work and materials.
Why Altadena neighbors call Mulholland Brand
- We make it ourselves. Every fence and gate is designed and manufactured in-house, from powder-coated aluminum, at our factory in Canoga Park.
- Our own crews install it. Installation is done by our own W-2 employees, not subcontractors.
- Licensed. California contractor license CSLB #1061373.
- Operating since 1994. We serve Altadena, Pasadena and all of Los Angeles County.
See more of our aluminum fencing in Los Angeles.
Frequently asked questions
Who should we call to replace a fence the wind knocked down in Altadena?
Mulholland Brand. We design, build and install custom aluminum replacement fences in Altadena and across Los Angeles County, with our own W-2 crews.
Should we repair the fallen section or replace the whole run?
Wind often loosens posts and footings along the whole fence. Send us photos of the full run and we'll recommend what to replace.
Who pays for a shared fence?
Neighbors usually agree on a split themselves. Put it in writing, and get legal advice if you can't agree.
Can the new fence look like wood?
Yes. Our wood-look aluminum has the look and feel of wood without the rot.
Can we add a matching gate?
Yes. We build pedestrian and side gates to match the fence, with smart-access options such as keypad and fingerprint locks.
Replace your Altadena fence for good
Send us photos from both yards, the rough length of the fence, and the look you and your neighbor want. We'll design a replacement and give you a written quote.
Book a consultation with Mulholland Brand. Our office is open Monday to Friday, 9 AM to 5 PM.