The Fence Podcast Blog
Insights for the Fencing Industry
Show notes, factory tours, gate safety, trade careers, and the conversations driving the fence industry forward. Every article is paired with the official video.
The Fence Podcast: The Voice of the Fencing Industry
Real contractors, real conversations. Meet The Fence Podcast — hosted by Brian T. Frederiksen and Sasha Stojanov — and learn why thousands of fence pros tune in every week.
Live RecapLive Recap: 5 Minutes on The Fence Podcast
Episode Recap: 5 Minutes on The Fence Podcast In this quick-hit live episode of The Fence Podcast, the conversation was exactly what the title promised: brief, direct, and centered on the realities o
Live RecapLive Recap: The $10,000 Marketing Mistake
The $10,000 Marketing Mistake: What Fence Contractors Can Learn In this live episode of The Fence Podcast, the conversation centered on a costly lesson that many fence contractors can relate to: spen
Live RecapLive Recap: We had a choice to make
We Had a Choice to Make: Why The Fence Podcast Chose the Industry In this live episode of The Fence Podcast, the message was clear from the start: when faced with a major decision, the team had two o
Live RecapLive Recap: Built to Last: Composite Fence Best Practices & Common Failures
Built to Last: Composite Fence Best Practices & Common Failures In this live episode of The Fence Podcast, the conversation centered on one of the fastest-growing materials in the industry: compo
Live RecapLive Recap: Great Salespeople are Exceptional Observers!
Great Salespeople Are Exceptional Observers: Key Takeaways from The Fence Podcast In this live episode of The Fence Podcast, the conversation centered on a skill that often gets overlooked in sales:
Live RecapLive Recap: Are Facebook Ads a Young Person's Game?
Is Facebook advertising only for the youngest marketers in the room, or is there still a real place for it in the fence industry? In this live episode of The Fence Podcast — the Voice of the Fencing I...
Live RecapLive Recap: Pivoting The Gate Industry - With Lisa
What does it take to stay competitive when the gate side of the fence industry is shifting fast? In this episode of The Fence Podcast, host Brian T. Frederiksen sits down with Lisa for a practical, wi...
Live RecapLive Recap: From High School Dropout to Social Media Legend
What does it take to go from laying pipe in the oil field, getting laid off, and working hard for $100 a day to becoming one of the most recognizable fence brands in Texas? According to Gus Hernandez...
Live RecapLive Recap: 5 Minutes with Brian
In an industry where every project has a deadline, every job site has its own challenges, and every customer expects quality that lasts, a few minutes of straight talk can go a long way. That’s exactl...
Safety & Best PracticesGate Safety 101: What Every Fence Contractor Needs to Know
Automated gates are a huge opportunity — and a serious responsibility. Here’s a contractor-focused primer on gate safety, why it matters more than ever, and how to protect your customers.
Industry EventsThe Fence Industry Event Where You Build, Fish, and Race
Not every industry event happens in a convention center. We covered one of the most unique gatherings in the fence world — where contractors build, fish, race, and connect.
Industry EventsDemo Days: Why Hands-On Product Demos Matter in the Fence Industry
Demo Days brings the fence industry together for hands-on product demos, education, and community. Here’s why getting your hands on the tools beats any spec sheet.
Industry & CareersWhy the Trades Are the Backbone of America — and a Career Worth Building
The trades built this country, and the fencing industry is full of opportunity. Here’s why a career in the trades — and in fencing specifically — is one of the smartest moves you can make.
Manufacturing & ProductsInside the Doorking Factory: How American-Made Gate Operators Are Built
We toured the Doorking, Inc. facility to see how American-made gate operators and access-control hardware come to life — and why “Made in the U.S.A.” still matters for fence contractors.
Live RecapLive Recap: Preconstruction, Scheduling & Trade Coordination
In fencing, the difference between a smooth install and a stressful one often comes down to what happens long before the first post is set. In this live broadcast of The Fence Podcast, host Brian T. F...
Live RecapLive Recap: Full Throttle: Invest in Your Future
When it comes to growth in the fencing industry, playing it safe rarely gets you far. In this live broadcast episode of The Fence Podcast, host Brian T. Frederiksen explores what it really means to go...
Live RecapLive Recap: A Lifetime of Fence Industry Experience: Systems, Safety & Building Teams That Win
What does it take to build a long-lasting career in the fence industry? In this episode of The Fence Podcast, host Brian T. Frederiksen sits down for a wide-ranging conversation on the kind of hard-ea...