Chain link fences in Lansing & mid-Michigan
Durable, secure and easy on the budget, chain link is the workhorse of fencing for homes, businesses, pets and sport courts. Dewitt Fence sells chain link materials for DIY projects and professionally installs chain link fencing across mid-Michigan. Call (517) 321-2356 for a free quote.
Maximum value, proven durability
Chain link delivers reliable security and containment at the lowest cost per foot of any fence we carry. Classic galvanized mesh is coated in zinc to resist rust and stands up to decades of mid-Michigan weather. Vinyl-coated chain link bonds a PVC layer — usually black or green — over the mesh, so the fence blends into landscaping, resists rust even longer and is gentler on hands and pets.
It's a versatile system: choose your mesh gauge, fabric height and post size to match anything from a small dog run to a tall commercial perimeter. Add privacy slats or windscreen where you want to block the view, plus walk and drive gates to fit the space.
- Most budget-friendly fencing per foot
- Galvanized or low-profile black vinyl-coated finish
- Strong, secure containment for pets and play areas
- Scales easily to large residential and commercial sites
- Add privacy slats or windscreen as needed
Chain link options & uses
Mix finish, height and add-ons to fit your property and budget.
Galvanized is the economical classic; vinyl-coated adds a clean, low-profile look that practically disappears into a backyard. Shorter heights are ideal for pet enclosures and yards, while taller fabric with heavier posts secures commercial lots, ball fields and tennis courts. Privacy slats woven through the mesh add screening and color where you want it.
Pros, cons & durability in Michigan
Chain link's strengths are cost, strength and longevity. A galvanized fence routinely lasts 20+ years, and vinyl-coated mesh often lasts longer because the PVC layer shields the steel from snow, road salt and moisture. There's very little to go wrong, and repairs are simple and inexpensive.
The trade-offs come down to looks and privacy: standard chain link is utilitarian and open by design, so it secures an area without blocking the view unless you add slats or windscreen. If a more decorative or fully private fence is the goal, compare it with our wood, vinyl & PVC, and aluminum & ornamental iron options.
For business and industrial sites, chain link is a backbone of our commercial & security fencing work; for homes, see all residential fencing options.
Built to work hard for decades
Simple maintenance
Chain link is about as low-maintenance as fencing gets. Hose it down occasionally, keep an eye on the tension and gate hardware, and address any bent rails after a storm. Galvanized and vinyl-coated finishes both resist rust, so there's no painting or sealing to keep up with year after year.
Where chain link shines
It's the practical choice for securing backyards, building dog runs and play areas, enclosing pools or gardens, and protecting commercial lots, storage yards, schools and athletic courts throughout Lansing, Holt and Mason. When you need dependable security over a lot of ground, chain link delivers.
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Pick up chain link materials for your own project or let our crew handle the install for home, business or court. Get a free quote today.