A 118-ft Pine Privacy Fence for Sandy Williams in Galveston, TX
Sandy wanted a solid, no-gate pine fence that could stand up to Galveston’s humid coastal air. Here is the fence Mustang built — 118 ft of pine with two horizontal rails, a rot-resistant treatment and a protective sealant — and what those two layers of protection actually do.
Mustang Fencing built a 118-foot pine privacy fence for Sandy Williams in Galveston, TX, with two horizontal rails and no gate in this run. The pine received a rot-resistant treatment plus a protective sealant — two different layers of protection against Galveston’s humid, coastal climate.
Sources: this project’s own documented facts; Southern Forest Products Association, Pressure-Treated Southern Pine (2019), Table 3-1. Checked November 3, 2026.
The job: a 118 ft pine fence, built for a humid coastal yard
Sandy Williams wanted a solid, functional pine fence for his Galveston property: no gate, just a straight 118-foot run with two horizontal rails for added structural integrity. Mustang Fencing recommended pine for the combination of durability, affordability and the clean, light-grained look that suits a Gulf Coast home.
Because Galveston’s climate is humid for most of the year, rot resistance was a priority from the start. The pine received a rot-resistant treatment, and once the fence was up, a protective sealant was applied to guard against moisture.
Rot-resistant treatment and a protective sealant are two different things
“Rot-resistant” can sound like one feature, but on a pine fence it is really two separate layers working together. The first is the wood itself: fence-grade pine is pressure-treated, meaning a preservative is forced into the wood under pressure so it resists decay from the inside, not just on the surface. The Southern Forest Products Association’s own fence table calls for ground-contact treatment on posts and a lighter above-ground treatment on rails and pickets.
The second layer is the protective sealant applied afterward — a surface coating that slows how fast moisture and UV reach the wood. It works with the pressure treatment, but it is not a substitute for it: a sealant alone does not stop decay the way the treatment inside the wood does.
Fence run post & rail estimator
Straight arithmetic for a run like Sandy’s: total posts for a given run length and on-center spacing, and the total linear feet of rail needed for a 2-rail layout. Not a quote — corners, gates and terrain are not included.
Arithmetic: posts = ceil(run length / spacing) + 1; total rail footage = run length x number of rails. On-center spacing is a common fence-building range (4-8 ft), not a code requirement — ask your installer what spacing a given post size and wind exposure calls for.
Which treatment category applies where
| Part of this fence | Service condition | Use category (SFPA Table 3-1) |
|---|---|---|
| Posts | Set in soil or concrete | UC4A, ground contact |
| Top & bottom rails | Above ground, exposed to weather | UC3B (UC3A only if painted/coated) |
| Pine pickets | Above ground, exposed to weather | UC3B (UC3A only if painted/coated) |
Southern Forest Products Association, Pressure-Treated Southern Pine (2019), Table 3-1 (fences). This fence’s own treatment level was not re-verified on site; shown as the published standard for each part.
What customers say on Google
5.091 Google reviews · read them all on Google
My new fence looks fantastic and has added both privacy and style to my yard. Highly recommend their services for anyone in need of fencing!
I chose Mustang Fencing for my backyard due to their reputation for quality and security. Their wood fencing exceeded my expectations, durable and visually appealing. The customer service was top-notch, and the installation was quick and efficient.
had an excellent experience with mustang fencing From the initial consultation to the final installation, the team was professional, punctual, and attentive to detail. They helped me choose the perfect fence style to match my property and ensured everything was installed with precision. The quality of materials is top-notch, and the fence has completely transformed the look and security of my home. I highly recommend mustang services to anyone looking for reliable and high-quality fencing services!
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Sources
Checked November 3, 2026. Rules change, so confirm with the City before you build.
- Southern Forest Products Association, Pressure-Treated Southern Pine (2019 edition) — Table 3-1 fence use categories: UC4A ground contact for posts, UC3B for uncoated pickets and rails.
- USDA Forest Products Laboratory, Wood Handbook FPL-GTR-282 (2021), Ch. 16 — Finishing guidance distinguishing a surface finish/sealant from the wood’s own preservative treatment.
Planning a pine fence for a humid yard?
We’ll walk through treatment levels and finish options for each part of the fence before any order goes on a written estimate.