# Reliable Fence Co. of Cape Cod

**Trade:** Fencing · **Address:** 546 Higgins Crowell Rd, West Yarmouth, MA 02673 · **Phone:** (508) 775-7500 · **Website:** http://www.reliablefence.com/ · **Languages:** English

**Rating: 4.1/5** (medium confidence) — from 43 reviews across 9 sources.
95% of sentiment-scored reviews read net-positive. Last 6 months: 10 reviews, 1 negative.

## The honest read

Reliable Fence Co. of Cape Cod is a fence contractor based in West Yarmouth, categorized by the Better Business Bureau as a Fence Contractor and carrying an A+ BBB letter grade, though it is not BBB-accredited. The company describes itself on its Houzz profile as employee-owned and operated, and its listed work spans cedar, vinyl, chain link, ornamental metal and agricultural fencing, plus arbors, pergolas, mailbox and lantern posts, gates and outdoor shower enclosures.

Reviewers consistently praise on-time arrival and completion across dozens of Google reviews spanning 2022 through 2026, and Google shows a 4.7-star average from 63 ratings. Owners Derrick and Nick, along with staff members Eric, Tyler, Adrean and installers Justin and Paul, are named repeatedly across years of reviews for custom wood gates, cedar fences, pool fencing, driveway fencing and outdoor shower enclosures on both residential and commercial jobs, including a Sheriff's Office fence in Edgartown on Martha's Vineyard. One customer, a Cape Cod bed-and-breakfast owner, singled out a custom cedar gate for its craftsmanship, and a nonprofit client working across several campuses said the crew consistently delivered quality work at fair pricing. Several reviewers say the company's pricing came in lower than competing quotes, and multiple customers report hiring the company a second time for additional work.

Two reviews are worth asking about before booking. One customer reported large cracks in the fence posts and said a follow-up question about it went unanswered. Another said the crew had already left by the time they got home for a scheduled estimate, and the office did not call back for more than a day. BuildZoom's directory lists the company's license status as "Not Required" — a directory claim, not a state-verified record.

This is a good fit for a Cape Cod homeowner or business wanting a locally run fencing specialist with a long, well-documented track record of named staff and repeat customers — worth confirming the follow-up process for any post-installation issues and locking in a firm appointment window before signing on.

**Strengths:**
- Consistent quality — 41 of 43 Google reviews rate five stars
- Named owners and crew — Derrick, Nick and Eric recur across years of reviews
- On-time scheduling — repeatedly praised for arriving and finishing as promised
- Competitive pricing — several reviewers cite quotes lower than competitors
- Repeat customers — multiple reviewers hired them again for more work
- Community giving — one reviewer notes 1% of sales returned to Cape & Islands

**Concerns:**
- Fence post quality — one reviewer reported cracked posts with no follow-up reply
- Missed estimate appointment — one reviewer says the crew left early with no callback

**Where sources disagree:**
- Houzz lists this business under a different registered name, SSD Fence LLC, sharing the same address and phone number; its bio ties the same partners (Nick, Derrick) to the predecessor business 'Reliable Fence of Cape Cod' owned by Derrick's father Stanley — worth an operator check on which entity actually holds any license.
- BuildZoom's permit history for this contractor includes several 2018 HVAC/sheet-metal permits at a Harwich Port address alongside genuine fence permits, inconsistent with a fence-only trade and possibly a permit-database misattribution.

## Claims & citations

Every claim below is backed by real evidence rows — uncited claims are dropped in code before publication.

- Categorized as a Fence Contractor by the Better Business Bureau, based in West Yarmouth, MA. _(confidence: high)_
  - [Better Business Bureau](https://www.bbb.org/us/ma/west-yarmouth/profile/fence-contractors/reliable-fence-co-of-cape-cod-0021-19726) — “Services offered (Better Business Bureau): Fence Contractors”
- Not BBB-accredited but holds an A+ BBB letter grade. _(confidence: high)_
  - [Better Business Bureau](https://www.bbb.org/us/ma/west-yarmouth/profile/fence-contractors/reliable-fence-co-of-cape-cod-0021-19726) — “Better Business Bureau grade: A+”
- Google shows a 4.7-star average from 63 ratings. _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Reliable%20Fence%20Co.%20of%20Cape%20Cod&query_place_id=ChIJz8XDTlI3-4kRxnUD82Rc1TM) — “Google: 4.7★ from 63 ratings”
- Describes itself as employee/worker-owned and operated on its Houzz profile. _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Houzz](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/fencing-and-gate-sales-and-construction/ssd-fence-llc-pfvwus-pf~2049075770) — “Stated ownership (Houzz): Employee-owned”
- Installs cedar, vinyl, chain link, ornamental metal and agricultural fencing, plus arbors, pergolas and gates. _(confidence: high)_
  - [BuildZoom](https://www.buildzoom.com/contractor/reliable-fence-co-of-cape-cod) — “Services offered (BuildZoom): Wood Fences, Vinyl Fences, Ornamental Metal Fences, Chain Link Fences, Agricultural Fences, Other Outdoor Livi…”
  - [Houzz](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/fencing-and-gate-sales-and-construction/ssd-fence-llc-pfvwus-pf~2049075770) — “Services offered (Houzz): Chain Link Fence Installation, Fence Installation & Repair, Vinyl fence, Ornamental fence, Arbors, Pergolas, Lante…”
- Reviewers repeatedly praise on-time arrival and completion, across projects from 2022 to 2026. _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT21ZMlZrOU9la1JPVFhOUFpuRlBORGMyYzJSdVJIYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x33d55c64f30375c6!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOmY2Vk9OekROTXNPZnFPNDc2c2RuRHc%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Reliable Fence just replaced my old pool fence. They did a fantastic job. The guys showed up on time and finished on time. All of the fen…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT25aQ2FFeFFabXAzVXpaeGJUWndWRjlEY1RjeFJtYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x33d55c64f30375c6!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOnZCaExQZmp3UzZxbTZwVF9DcTcxRmc%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Not only did they show up on the date they promised, but they also arrived right on time. The entire team, from the home office to the in…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT21SQlRVNWFUREZmV2tsdVprVXdlRnBsYkRGbmFXYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x33d55c64f30375c6!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOmRBTU5aTDFfWkluZkUweFplbDFnaWc%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Had a great experience with Reliable. The work was done as promised, on time and within the estimate. Good communication.”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VPYWd1Y2lmcHNhQzJBRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x33d55c64f30375c6!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEOagucifpsaC2AE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Right from the start, everyone was easy and pleasant to work with. Adrianne, is the best, so helpful! Derek came right out and gave me an…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnTUNZeU9TTnBBRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x33d55c64f30375c6!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgMCYyOSNpAE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Great experience with Reliable Fence. Great response, great pricing, great install and clean up!”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURyekpERGFREAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x33d55c64f30375c6!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgIDrzJDDaQ%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Excellent service, and craftsmanship. Everyone we spoke to through the process was transparent and responsive. The install was quick, and…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUQtbGJEcnVBRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x33d55c64f30375c6!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgID-lbDruAE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Reliable Fence was above average all around. They responded promptly to our request for a quote. We scheduled the work, they showed up on…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNPX2I3UXhnRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x33d55c64f30375c6!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgICO_b7QxgE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ If I could give 6 stars, I would. They called back. Set up appointment - showed up on time. Custom made my driveway fence. Delivered on t…”
- Named staff — owners Derrick and Nick, plus Eric, Tyler, Adrean, Justin and Paul — recur across years of reviews. _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2xsR1VtbEtaek5JV1daaVpIUndNakpzYTFac2VIYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x33d55c64f30375c6!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOllGUmlKZzNIWWZiZHRwMjJsa1ZseHc%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ We had a new custom wood gate installed.  The gate was beautifully done in quality construction and hardware, and it nicely matches our e…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2tneWFHTjJOMnhUT0ZrMFYzQTJaVmQxV1V4eVdIYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x33d55c64f30375c6!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOkgyaGN2N2xTOFk0V3A2ZVd1WUxyWHc%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Derrick (Owner) was wonderful from the beginning, explaining all of the different styles/types of fences, completed/delivered a timely es…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2poWUxVbGZTV2xhVjFCWE1HSkRhMjB3VUdJNWFWRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x33d55c64f30375c6!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOjhYLUlfSWlaV1BXMGJDa20wUGI5aVE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ From day 1, working with Reliable Fence has been a great experience and the finished product is fantastic. Nick showed great patience as …”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2pKaFdpMDVORmhsWkZCc04wNHlOekJ1UWxCbE9HYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x33d55c64f30375c6!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOjJhWi05NFhlZFBsN04yNzBuQlBlOGc%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Derrick and Adrean came highly recommended to us from multiple sources. After finding out that they offer discounts for MSPCA adopters, I…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT21oUlFtTkxja2xPVldKVE1tTk1SMk56YW1KbFRtYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x33d55c64f30375c6!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOmhRQmNLcklOVWJTMmNMR2NzamJlTmc%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ If you are looking for a new or replacement fence, I would highly recommend Reliable Fence! For starters, the pricing is very reasonable,…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VPYWd1Y2lmcHNhQzJBRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x33d55c64f30375c6!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEOagucifpsaC2AE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Right from the start, everyone was easy and pleasant to work with. Adrianne, is the best, so helpful! Derek came right out and gave me an…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUMtN2V5ZlRREAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x33d55c64f30375c6!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgIC-7eyfTQ%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Excellent customer service and support. Eric went above and beyond and assisting me and making my custom gate. I would highly recommend t…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUN1MDZMQVZnEAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x33d55c64f30375c6!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgICu06LAVg%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Eric and Justin the Absolute Best A wonderful Company in every way!
Thanks so much for all your advice Eric!!!!!!!!!!!!!!”
- Several reviewers cite pricing that was lower than competing quotes. _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2poWUxVbGZTV2xhVjFCWE1HSkRhMjB3VUdJNWFWRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x33d55c64f30375c6!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOjhYLUlfSWlaV1BXMGJDa20wUGI5aVE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ From day 1, working with Reliable Fence has been a great experience and the finished product is fantastic. Nick showed great patience as …”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT21GVWJESmxiR1ZXWVROc2VqZzNPVVJPYkVoa2VHYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x33d55c64f30375c6!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOmFUbDJlbGVWYTNsejg3OURObEhkeGc%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Great experience with Reliable Fence Co. of Cape Cod. A great team, who work together to provide outstanding service, with impressive com…”
- Multiple reviewers hired the company a second time for additional work. _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VPYWd1Y2lmcHNhQzJBRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x33d55c64f30375c6!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEOagucifpsaC2AE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Right from the start, everyone was easy and pleasant to work with. Adrianne, is the best, so helpful! Derek came right out and gave me an…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURXdi1ERWFBEAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x33d55c64f30375c6!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgIDWv-DEaA%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Prompt, friendly, reasonably priced! Very happy with this company! Second time using them and plan to in the future as well!!!”
- One reviewer reported large cracks in fence posts and did not receive a reply after asking about it. _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2toM2VYaERSMjVQVjI1RVVWcHZYeTE2TlRoeWRIYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x33d55c64f30375c6!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOkh3eXhDR25PV25EUVpvXy16NThydHc%7C%7C?hl=en) — “1★ The fence is okay except for several large cracks in the fence posts.  I sent a picture and asked a simple question but didn't receive a …”
- One reviewer said the crew left before a scheduled estimate visit and the office did not call back for over a day. _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VPcnI0TVhXajh5OFRREAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x33d55c64f30375c6!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEOrr4MXWj8y8TQ%7C%7C?hl=en) — “1★ I had an app for a free estimate at 3:30pm yesterday 5/5/25. I was on my way home from work when my ring camera dinged my phone (it was r…”
- BuildZoom's directory lists this contractor's license status as 'Not Required,' a directory claim rather than a state-verified record. _(confidence: low)_
  - [BuildZoom](https://www.buildzoom.com/contractor/reliable-fence-co-of-cape-cod) — “Licence listed on BuildZoom: License Not Required — Status: Not Required. BuildZoom verified in August, 2021 that this contractor does not n…”
- Specializes in Fencing _(confidence: high)_
  - [Better Business Bureau](https://www.bbb.org/us/ma/west-yarmouth/profile/fence-contractors/reliable-fence-co-of-cape-cod-0021-19726) — “Services offered (Better Business Bureau): Fence Contractors”
  - [BuildZoom](https://www.buildzoom.com/contractor/reliable-fence-co-of-cape-cod) — “Services offered (BuildZoom): Wood Fences, Vinyl Fences, Ornamental Metal Fences, Chain Link Fences, Agricultural Fences, Other Outdoor Livi…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT21ZMlZrOU9la1JPVFhOUFpuRlBORGMyYzJSdVJIYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x33d55c64f30375c6!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOmY2Vk9OekROTXNPZnFPNDc2c2RuRHc%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Reliable Fence just replaced my old pool fence. They did a fantastic job. The guys showed up on time and finished on time. All of the fen…”
  - [Houzz](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/fencing-and-gate-sales-and-construction/ssd-fence-llc-pfvwus-pf~2049075770) — “Services offered (Houzz): Chain Link Fence Installation, Fence Installation & Repair, Vinyl fence, Ornamental fence, Arbors, Pergolas, Lante…”

## Ownership

- Identifies as family-owned — the business's own statement, not independently verified.
- Identifies as employee-owned — the business's own statement, not independently verified.

## License

Status: **not_found** — verified against the official MA state registry, never self-reported.
Re-check at the official registry: https://contractorhub.mass.gov/s/hic-contractor-search

## Sources

- [Google](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Reliable%20Fence%20Co.%20of%20Cape%20Cod&query_place_id=ChIJz8XDTlI3-4kRxnUD82Rc1TM): 4.7★ from 63 ratings
- [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Reliable%20Fence%20Co.%20of%20Cape%20Cod&query_place_id=ChIJz8XDTlI3-4kRxnUD82Rc1TM): Listed on this source
- [Better Business Bureau](https://www.bbb.org/us/ma/west-yarmouth/profile/fence-contractors/reliable-fence-co-of-cape-cod-0021-19726): Listed on this source
- [Yelp](https://www.yelp.com/biz/reliable-fence-west-yarmouth): Listed on this source
- [Official Website](http://www.reliablefence.com): 60 yrs in business · Self-reported profile and service details
- [Houzz](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/fencing-and-gate-sales-and-construction/ssd-fence-llc-pfvwus-pf~2049075770): Listed on this source
- [Houzz](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/fencing-and-gate-sales-and-construction/ssd-fence-llc-pfvwus-pf~2049075770): Listed on this source
- [Local Chambers of Commerce](https://www.capecodchamber.org/listing/reliable-fence-co-of-cape-cod/18110/): Listed on this source
- [Exa](https://reliablefence.com/): 0 web mentions across the open web (each linked to its source)
- [BuildZoom](https://www.buildzoom.com/contractor/reliable-fence-co-of-cape-cod): Listed on this source

## Recent reviews

- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Tim Layman · 2026-08-17**: Reliable Fence just replaced my old pool fence. They did a fantastic job. The guys showed up on time and finished on time. All of the fence panels and hardware are top quality. They were the only local company I called that offered to have the fence panels pre-painted white in a local shop so that w…
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Michael Howard · 2026-08-13**: We had a new custom wood gate installed.  The gate was beautifully done in quality construction and hardware, and it nicely matches our existing fencing.  Reliable rep Tyler arrived at the scheduled time, was thorough, professional, personable and customer service oriented.  Great job.
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Laura Caton · 2026-08-03**: Not only did they show up on the date they promised, but they also arrived right on time. The entire team, from the home office to the installation crew, was outstanding.

Derrick came out, walked through everything with me, and quickly provided an updated quote when I decided to add additional fenc…
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Andrew Mikelson · 2026-07-23**: All of the employees and staff at Reliable Fence make it a pleasure to do business with them. A quality product; installed with  great skill that adds immensely to the enjoyment of my home.
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Lynel Tully · 2026-07-11**: Derrick (Owner) was wonderful from the beginning, explaining all of the different styles/types of fences, completed/delivered a timely estimate and supplied a wonderful installation crew. JUSTIN & PAUL installed our fence. They were very careful, conscience and provided us updates as the install pro…
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Bob W · 2026-06-15**: From day 1, working with Reliable Fence has been a great experience and the finished product is fantastic. Nick showed great patience as we iterated through several versions of a job, that for sure, is not a huge expensive job compared to many they have done. But they show the same level of professi…
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Drue Spencer · 2026-06-14**: Great experience with Reliable Fence Co. of Cape Cod. A great team, who work together to provide outstanding service, with impressive communication skills, availability for any questions that might arise, and overall reliability as their name implies. Plus, their pricing was lower than two other quo…
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · John Hanewich · 2026-06-10**: Nick and his crew did an incredible job with my fence installation! I couldn’t be happier every time I look at my yard!
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Liz Mac · 2026-06-09**: Great job, fast service.
- **1/5 · Google Reviews · John Goyette · 2026-06-09**: The fence is okay except for several large cracks in the fence posts.  I sent a picture and asked a simple question but didn't receive a reply.

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Data freshness: last scanned 2026-08-22T07:18:45.603Z.
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