--- title: "Durham Fence Company" description: "Within days of a new gate going in, a nor'easter with high winds came through, and the gate did just fine, a September 2026 Google reviewer reported. Durha" doc_version: "2026-10-19" last_updated: "2026-10-19" --- # Durham Fence Company **Trade:** Fencing · **Address:** 41 Industrial Park Access Rd, Middlefield, CT 06455 · **Phone:** (860) 349-9898 · **Website:** https://durhamfenceco.com/ · **Languages:** English **Rating: 4.2/5** (high confidence) — from 67 reviews across 8 sources. 93% of sentiment-scored reviews read net-positive. Last 6 months: 21 reviews, 0 negative. ## The honest read Within days of a new gate going in, a nor'easter with high winds came through, and the gate did just fine, a September 2026 Google reviewer reported. Durham Fence Company, based on Industrial Park Access Road in Middlefield, CT, says it has been in business 46 years and serves Middlesex, Hartford, Litchfield and Tolland counties, with free estimates. It holds 4.9 stars from 58 Google ratings and 4.9 from 55 on both HomeAdvisor and Angi, with written reviews going back to 2015. Andrew is the name that comes up in this year's reviews, for estimates and questions. A June 2026 customer asked him for alternate quotes before settling on a wood fence; an April 2026 reviewer said he came out at the end of the day with catalogues to plan a small fence hiding two propane cylinders. Two 2026 reviews, from April and July, say the crew washed the fence when they were done. Four 2026 reviews come from returning customers. A September 2026 reviewer had rotted rails replaced on a split-rail garden fence Durham installed about 15 years earlier, with the crew working around the garden's irrigation and pumpkin vines. A May 2026 customer had a tree-damaged section replaced, and an August 2026 reviewer said they had worked with Durham for about 10 years, from small chain-link jobs to full site projects. In a July 2025 review, a homeowner said Durham matched an existing fence design and replaced only the broken section after other companies said the whole section had to go. The criticisms are specific. A January 2026 4-star reviewer said installation came a couple of weeks later than quoted, into frost season, with one post set low and a mesh seam on the street side. In a 2021 Angi review, a customer who had paid more than $10,000 for a fence and gate said a replacement gate cracked and broke off within three days in winter, and the company refused to replace it and blamed the customer for leaving the gate open. A 2017 Houzz reviewer said the estimate covered only a quarter of the yard, the wrong picket caps were installed, and vinyl posts had heaved within about three and a half years, with four calls in a year unanswered. Its Connecticut home improvement contractor registration, HIC.0521485, held by Durham Fence Co Inc, is listed by the state as expired. **Strengths:** - Repairs on old fences — 2025 and 2026 reviews describe matched section repairs - Planning visits — 2026 reviewers name Andrew for quotes and options - Clean finish — two 2026 crews washed the fence afterward **Concerns:** - Expired HIC registration — the state lists HIC.0521485 as expired - Gate failure dispute — a 2021 reviewer said a cracked gate was not replaced - Late install — a January 2026 reviewer said work ran into frost season ## Claims & citations Every claim below is backed by real evidence rows — uncited claims are dropped in code before publication. - Connecticut home improvement contractor registration HIC.0521485, held by Durham Fence Co Inc, is listed as expired _(confidence: high)_ - [State License Registry](https://www.elicense.ct.gov/Lookup/LicenseLookup.aspx) — “CT hic license HIC.0521485 registry-verified expired — registry holder of record: DURHAM FENCE CO INC” - 4.9 stars from 58 Google ratings and 4.9 from 55 on HomeAdvisor and Angi; Houzz 3.7 from 3 _(confidence: high)_ - [HomeAdvisor](https://www.homeadvisor.com/rated.durhamfenceco.156416700.html) — “HomeAdvisor: 4.9★ from 55 ratings” - [Google](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Durham%20Fence%20Company&query_place_id=ChIJd7qa0FTL54kRM1axUxXL4eA) — “Google: 4.9★ from 58 ratings” - [Houzz](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/fencing-and-gate-sales-and-construction/durham-fence-company-pfvwus-pf~1738340544) — “Houzz: 3.7★ from 3 ratings” - [Angi](https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/ct/middlefield/durham-fence-co-reviews-4213998.htm) — “Angi: 4.9★ from 55 ratings” - Says it has 46 years in business, serves Middlesex, Hartford, Litchfield and Tolland counties, and offers free estimates _(confidence: medium)_ - [Official Website](https://durhamfenceco.com) — “Stated offer (self-reported): free estimates” - [Official Website](https://durhamfenceco.com) — “Stated service area (self-reported): Hartford County, Litchfield County, Middlesex County, Tolland County, Middletown, Meriden, Cromwell, Po…” - [Official Website](https://durhamfenceco.com) — “Self-reported 46 years in business” - A September 2026 reviewer said a new gate came through a nor'easter with high winds days after installation _(confidence: medium)_ - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2xFeVNEbExkMjVJZFhkU1pHeDBXazh5TVhoeVlWRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xe0e1cb1553b15633!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOlEySDlLd25IdXdSZGx0Wk8yMXhyYVE%7C%7C?hl=en-US) — “5★ They arrived as scheduled both days and did a great job. Upon completion of the work, they walked it down with and went over it's operat…” - Repeat customers in 2026 describe rail replacement on a 15-year-old fence and a tree-damaged section replaced _(confidence: medium)_ - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT201Uk5XVnRORmxaYnpkTGJXUjRkRlJSY0ZGSlpIYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xe0e1cb1553b15633!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOm5RNWVtNFlZbzdLbWR4dFRRcFFJZHc%7C%7C?hl=en-US) — “5★ Repeat customer. This is a great reliable business. The finished product is great. Gate installed on an incline.” - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2pjNVFWbGFZa0ZqTXpJeWVrdDZSblI1YmxJeVJsRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xe0e1cb1553b15633!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOjc5QVlaYkFjMzIyekt6RnR5blIyRlE%7C%7C?hl=en-US) — “5★ We had our original fence installed by Durham Fence and they did a great job. A tree fell on a portion this year and Durham Fence came o…” - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2sxV1ozUnRUVFZ0WXpZM01HbzFWbk0zUTNSSGIyYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xe0e1cb1553b15633!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOk1WZ3RtTTVtYzY3MGo1VnM3Q3RHb2c%7C%7C?hl=en-US) — “5★ Durham Fence installed a two-rail split rail fence around my garden some 15 years ago. Due to extreme moisture from the garden backing u…” - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2s1bGJsSjZlalpFTkdGalVuUldURkJtTW0wd1ZsRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xe0e1cb1553b15633!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOk5lblJ6ejZENGFjUnRWTFBmMm0wVlE%7C%7C?hl=en-US) — “5★ Having worked with Durham Fence for the past 10 or so years, they do phenomenal work. From a little bit of chain link, to full site proje…” - A July 2025 customer said Durham matched an existing design and replaced only the broken section _(confidence: medium)_ - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2t4cmQyVkhiREl5Y2xwU1JUbDBWemQxWjJOdE9WRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xe0e1cb1553b15633!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOkxrd2VHbDIyclpSRTl0Vzd1Z2NtOVE%7C%7C?hl=en-US) — “5★ Had a great experience working with this company. The gentleman that came out for the initial quote was knowledgeable and friendly. Quote…” - Two 2026 reviews say the crew washed the fence after installation _(confidence: medium)_ - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2kwM2QydFVkMk5vU2pOblVXTkhZV05WTjNoNVpYYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xe0e1cb1553b15633!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOi03d2tUd2NoSjNnUWNHYWNVN3h5ZXc%7C%7C?hl=en-US) — “5★ My wife and i recently hired Durham Fence to re-install a vinyl fence that we took down for our new garage addition. Durham Fence exceede…” - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT25aU2NqTlZhbk16UnpGS1ZqSlRaVWhsVkZGa0xXYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xe0e1cb1553b15633!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOnZScjNVanMzRzFKVjJTZUhlVFFkLWc%7C%7C?hl=en-US) — “5★ I am working with Durham Fence Company and Andrew Kaika to install fencing in my back yard. Andrew is very professional and answered all…” - Wood, vinyl, split-rail, picket, chain-link and pool fences and gates _(confidence: high)_ - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUREejZtVm9RRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xe0e1cb1553b15633!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgIDDz6mVoQE%7C%7C?hl=en-US) — “5★ I have used Durham Fence several times and each time I have been very happy with the results. I just had a great picket fence and gates i…” - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2sxV1ozUnRUVFZ0WXpZM01HbzFWbk0zUTNSSGIyYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xe0e1cb1553b15633!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOk1WZ3RtTTVtYzY3MGo1VnM3Q3RHb2c%7C%7C?hl=en-US) — “5★ Durham Fence installed a two-rail split rail fence around my garden some 15 years ago. Due to extreme moisture from the garden backing u…” - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2tNNE5YQlFVM2RMWlZkSlUzTklNV3BIWkVwUVdWRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xe0e1cb1553b15633!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOkM4NXBQU3dLZVdJU3NIMWpHZEpQWVE%7C%7C?hl=en-US) — “5★ We would definitely recommend Durham Fence Company! We needed a simple wood fence installed and they completed very elegant work. Andrew …” - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2t0WVNETk1UMGRCWHpOaE9VNUtlR1ptZUZaeU1rRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xe0e1cb1553b15633!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOktYSDNMT0dBXzNhOU5KeGZmeFZyMkE%7C%7C?hl=en-US) — “5★ We recently had a fence installed around our pool and could not be happier with the entire experience. Communication from start to finish…” - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2kwM2QydFVkMk5vU2pOblVXTkhZV05WTjNoNVpYYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xe0e1cb1553b15633!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOi03d2tUd2NoSjNnUWNHYWNVN3h5ZXc%7C%7C?hl=en-US) — “5★ My wife and i recently hired Durham Fence to re-install a vinyl fence that we took down for our new garage addition. Durham Fence exceede…” - 2026 reviews describe commercial fencing and a guardrail installation _(confidence: medium)_ - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2xJMFJ6WlVURlUwV1d4RlFrTkpRVmd3U2tFeVEyYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xe0e1cb1553b15633!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOlI0RzZUTFU0WWxFQkNJQVgwSkEyQ2c%7C%7C?hl=en-US) — “5★ Their work on my commercial fence was nothing short of impressive. Durham Fence was quick and very professional throughout the whole proc…” - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT25NMFZGSTRjek5RTW5kNGNWbFZUVzFWV0VZMmJWRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xe0e1cb1553b15633!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOnM0VFI4czNQMnd4cVlVTW1VWEY2bVE%7C%7C?hl=en-US) — “5★ The guardrail installation by Durham Fence was quick and efficient. Their team was courteous and attentive to details. Very satisfied wit…” - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2tnNFUzcHdjbHBMVkU0M1RFZGZVSGs1UlhFelEzYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xe0e1cb1553b15633!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOkg4U3pwclpLVE43TEdfUHk5RXEzQ3c%7C%7C?hl=en-US) — “5★ I recently used Durham Fence for a commercial project and was really impressed. They were experts at what they do and made the whole proc…” - A January 2026 reviewer said installation ran a couple of weeks late, with one low post and a visible mesh seam _(confidence: medium)_ - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2tjMlpYcFFUUzFFY1ZORU1rMU9hREJGZVhSWmVtYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xe0e1cb1553b15633!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOkc2ZXpQTS1EcVNEMk1OaDBFeXRZemc%7C%7C?hl=en-US) — “4★ Durham Fence Company was very quick to come out and gave us quotes for 4 different styles of fencing for our yard. Andrew was very accom…” - A 2021 Angi reviewer said a replacement gate broke within three days and the company refused to replace it _(confidence: medium)_ - [Angi](https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/ct/middlefield/durham-fence-co-reviews-4213998.htm) — “It did not go well. . . .Note that they installed the original fence and gate - paid them more than $10,000 to do it. After waiting quite a …” - A 2017 Houzz reviewer described a partial-yard estimate, wrong picket caps and heaved vinyl posts, with calls unanswered _(confidence: medium)_ - [Houzz](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/fencing-and-gate-sales-and-construction/durham-fence-company-pfvwus-pf~1738340544) — “1★ I have to say that this company was difficult to work with. I had them come and give me an estimate for my entire yard. They sent me an e…” - Specializes in Fencing _(confidence: high)_ - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUREejZtVm9RRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xe0e1cb1553b15633!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgIDDz6mVoQE%7C%7C?hl=en-US) — “5★ I have used Durham Fence several times and each time I have been very happy with the results. I just had a great picket fence and gates i…” - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2kwM2QydFVkMk5vU2pOblVXTkhZV05WTjNoNVpYYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xe0e1cb1553b15633!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOi03d2tUd2NoSjNnUWNHYWNVN3h5ZXc%7C%7C?hl=en-US) — “5★ My wife and i recently hired Durham Fence to re-install a vinyl fence that we took down for our new garage addition. Durham Fence exceede…” - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2t0WVNETk1UMGRCWHpOaE9VNUtlR1ptZUZaeU1rRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xe0e1cb1553b15633!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOktYSDNMT0dBXzNhOU5KeGZmeFZyMkE%7C%7C?hl=en-US) — “5★ We recently had a fence installed around our pool and could not be happier with the entire experience. Communication from start to finish…” - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2tNNE5YQlFVM2RMWlZkSlUzTklNV3BIWkVwUVdWRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xe0e1cb1553b15633!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOkM4NXBQU3dLZVdJU3NIMWpHZEpQWVE%7C%7C?hl=en-US) — “5★ We would definitely recommend Durham Fence Company! We needed a simple wood fence installed and they completed very elegant work. Andrew …” - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2sxV1ozUnRUVFZ0WXpZM01HbzFWbk0zUTNSSGIyYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xe0e1cb1553b15633!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOk1WZ3RtTTVtYzY3MGo1VnM3Q3RHb2c%7C%7C?hl=en-US) — “5★ Durham Fence installed a two-rail split rail fence around my garden some 15 years ago. Due to extreme moisture from the garden backing u…” ## License Status: **expired** (#HIC.0521485, hic) — verified against the official CT state registry on 2026-10-19, never self-reported. Re-check at the official registry: https://www.elicense.ct.gov/Lookup/LicenseLookup.aspx ## Sources - [Official Website](https://durhamfenceco.com): 46 yrs in business · Self-reported profile and service details - [Google](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Durham%20Fence%20Company&query_place_id=ChIJd7qa0FTL54kRM1axUxXL4eA): 4.9★ from 58 ratings - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Durham%20Fence%20Company&query_place_id=ChIJd7qa0FTL54kRM1axUxXL4eA): Listed on this source - [Houzz](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/fencing-and-gate-sales-and-construction/durham-fence-company-pfvwus-pf~1738340544): 3.7★ from 3 ratings - [BuildZoom](https://www.buildzoom.com/contractor/durham-fence-co-inc): Listed on this source - [Angi](https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/ct/middlefield/durham-fence-co-reviews-4213998.htm): 4.9★ from 55 ratings - [Local News](https://www.pma-fencebuilders.com/service-area/durham-fence-company/): Listed on this source - [HomeAdvisor](https://www.homeadvisor.com/rated.durhamfenceco.156416700.html): 4.9★ from 55 ratings ## Recent reviews - **5/5 · Google Reviews · Trudy Thull · 2026-09-29**: They arrived as scheduled both days and did a great job. Upon completion of the work, they walked it down with and went over it's operation. Within days of the installtion being completed, the area had a nor'easter with exceptional high winds and the gate did just fine. - **5/5 · Google Reviews · Steven DeMartino · 2026-09-28**: Durham Fence installed a two-rail split rail fence around my garden some 15 years ago. Due to extreme moisture from the garden backing up against a tall tree line, some of the rails had rotted. Had Andrew from Durham Fence come and take a look. I received a fair estimate and three weeks later Dur… - **5/5 · Google Reviews · William Murphy · 2026-09-25**: Repeat customer. This is a great reliable business. The finished product is great. Gate installed on an incline. - **5/5 · Google Reviews · Lisa Cullen · 2026-09-17**: The team showed up right on time and went the extra mile to make sure the fence was secure. Very professional crew, from start to finish to cleanup! I will definitely recommend them. - **5/5 · Google Reviews · Brian St. Jarre · 2026-09-01**: The Durham Fence crew was professional, meticulous, neat, and hardworking. It was obvious that our satisfaction was important to them and I consider myself very picky. I highly recommend them. - **5/5 · Google Reviews · Donia Viola · 2026-08-25**: Very pleased that Andrew took the time to fully have us aware of everything that the job required. The work performed was done very professionally and quality defined material used. A courteous crew managed the time well and we encourage anyone who might like to have Durham Fence provide an assessme… - **5/5 · Google Reviews · Gabe O · 2026-08-14**: Having worked with Durham Fence for the past 10 or so years, they do phenomenal work. From a little bit of chain link, to full site projects--you can rest assured you're in good, honest hands - **5/5 · Google Reviews · Frederick Becker · 2026-08-10**: Very professional and experienced. Great work ethics. Would highly recommend Durham Fence Company. - **5/5 · Google Reviews · Curt Rollka · 2026-08-07**: Privacy fence looks great!! Probably going to add more. Great company!! - **5/5 · Google Reviews · Sean Piatek · 2026-07-29**: Great service on time I would recommend to anybody looking for fence work --- Data freshness: last scanned 2026-10-14T10:11:25.434Z. Cite as: Durham Fence Company — Tavlee (https://tavlee.com/contractor/durham-fence-company-middlefield) Source: https://tavlee.com/contractor/durham-fence-company-middlefield ## Sitemap [Full site index](https://tavlee.com/sitemap.md)