Woven Wire Fence Installation
Professional Woven Wire Fence Installation in PA, VA, WV, MD, NJ, and DE
Woven wire fencing is known by several names, including American wire, box wire, field fence, and non-climb fencing. At ProFence, we use the term “woven wire” to describe fencing made with vertical and horizontal wires connected to form a secure grid. The size of that grid can vary depending on the animals, property, and level of protection needed.
One of the biggest advantages of woven wire fencing is its ability to provide dependable animal containment. Smaller grid openings can help keep rabbits, predators, and other wildlife out, while taller, stronger configurations can safely contain livestock such as cattle, horses, goats, and sheep. When properly installed on sturdy posts with the correct tension, woven wire creates a continuous physical barrier that is difficult for animals to push through or escape.
For property owners who prioritize livestock safety, wildlife control, and long-term security, woven wire fencing is one of the most reliable options available.
What Is the Most Popular Woven Wire Fence Design for Farms?
The most popular woven wire fence design installed by ProFence is a 13-48-6 fence with posts spaced approximately 12 feet apart. This configuration includes 13 horizontal wires, stands 48 inches high, and uses 6-inch vertical spacing.
It is a popular choice for cattle, horses, and other livestock because it creates a strong, continuous barrier. Unlike fencing with wider openings, woven wire helps prevent animals from pushing through the fence or slipping between individual strands.
High-Tensile Woven Wire
High-tensile woven wire is manufactured to provide greater strength and flexibility than standard wire. Its elasticity helps the fence absorb pressure from livestock, changing temperatures, and uneven terrain while maintaining proper tension.
When installed with strong posts, secure corner bracing, and the correct tension, high-tensile woven wire can remain tight, dependable, and attractive for many years.
What Animals Can Woven Wire Fencing Contain?
Is Woven Wire Fencing Good for Cattle?
Woven wire fencing is a strong option for containing both mature cattle and young calves. The continuous wire grid prevents animals from walking between individual strands, while smaller openings near the bottom help keep calves securely inside the pasture.
An electric wire can also be added to discourage cattle from leaning, pushing, or rubbing against the fence.
Can Woven Wire Fencing Keep Deer Out?
Tall woven wire fencing can help keep deer out of orchards, gardens, vineyards, crop fields, and other protected areas. Because deer can jump over standard livestock fences, deer exclusion fencing generally requires additional height.
The recommended fence height and design will depend on local deer activity, the size of the protected area, and the type of plants or crops on the property.
Is Woven Wire Fencing Safe for Horses?
Woven wire fencing can provide safe and dependable horse containment when the correct design is used. Non-climb woven wire has small openings that reduce the risk of a horse placing a hoof through the fence.
A top rail or highly visible sight wire may also be added to help horses recognize the fence line and create a more traditional farm appearance.
Can Woven Wire Fencing Contain Alpacas and Llamas?
Woven wire fencing provides a secure and highly visible boundary for alpacas and llamas. It creates dependable containment without the sharp edges associated with barbed wire.
The ideal fence height will depend on the animals and property layout. A properly tensioned woven wire fence can provide reliable protection while preserving clear views across the farm.
Is Woven Wire Fencing Good for Goats?
Woven wire fencing is one of the most dependable options for goats because it creates a continuous barrier without large gaps. This makes it more difficult for curious goats to squeeze through or escape between wires.
The fence should use appropriately sized openings to reduce the chance of goats placing their heads through the grid. Strong posts and proper tension are also important because goats frequently push against and test fences.
Is Woven Wire Fencing Good for Sheep?
Woven wire fencing can securely contain sheep and lambs while helping protect them from predators. Smaller openings near the bottom of the fence prevent young animals from slipping through while grazing.
The bottom of the fence should follow the ground closely, especially along slopes and uneven terrain where sheep may find gaps.
Sizing of Woven Wire Fencing
949-12
1348-3
1348-6
1775-6
2096-6
Woven Wire Fence Uses
Woven wire fences are one of the most secure and versatile fences available on the market. This type of fence is well-suited for horses as they can’t get their feet tangled in it, and it is also very visible for a wire fence. It is almost impossible for cattle to get out without first destroying the fence—not a walk in the park. Woven wire fence also works great for keeping deer out as the wire can be bought to eight-feet high.
Post Size & Post Spacing
Six to Seven inch round treated posts, just like those used with the high tensile fence, is optimal when installing woven wire fencing. The primary difference is that the posts are normally spaced much closer together for maximum fence security. Post spacing varies on the size of the wire’s grid. For example, 12-foot post spacing with the 13-48-3 and the 2”x4” non-climb makes excellent choices for horse fence.
The numbers: A 13-48-3 means that the wire has 13 strands of wire running horizontally, it is 48” tall, and the upright wire or stays are spaced every three inches. The 2”x4” non-climb fence is simply a grid of boxes that are two-inches wide and four-inches tall.
Braces
Woven wire puts strain on the posts so it is important to brace the fence by placing posts in the ground eight feet apart and four feet into the ground. A horizontal pole is then run between these two posts, reinforced by a diagonal wire that holds the brace system together.
Woven Wire Specifications
Posts
- Length: 7 feet
- Diameter: 6-7 inches
- Southern yellow pine (CCA) pressure treated
- Bracing required at every end and corner
- Post length in ground: 8 feet (4′ in-ground)
- Horizontal post: 8 feet
Wire
Non-climb
- Height: 48 inches
- 13 line wires
- 2″x4″ squares
- Class 3 galvanized
All other wire types
- Height: 42″-120″
- 13 line wires
- Wire spacing varies (see below)
- 12 gauge high tensile wire
- Fixed-knot
- Class 3 galvanized
Fence Installation
ProFence only employs experienced professional woven wire fence installers. Our fence installation team has years of experience installing fencing on many different types of terrain, for a variety of purposes. A high-quality woven wire fence can last a lifetime. Ensuring that you receive a woven wire fence that will last for decades starts with quality materials and an experienced fence installation team, ProFence provides both.
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