the Keystone State
Fence Removal in Pennsylvania
Posts pulled, concrete footings out, line raked clean.
Fence Removal across Pennsylvania: posts pulled, concrete footings out, line raked clean. Lucky Hauling covers Greater Philadelphia, Western Pennsylvania and the Lehigh Valley and beyond with the rig the job needs and a free on-site estimate. Searching "fence removal near me" brought you to the right place.
Philly rowhouses, Pittsburgh hillsides, and Poconos camps. Pennsylvania is old-house territory and we are used to the basements that come with it.
- Licensed & insured
- Free on-site estimate
- Same-week scheduling
- Donate & recycle first
- Boats, RVs & oversized loads
- 20 states covered
the Keystone State
Fence Removal in Pennsylvania: where we work and what we see
We serve 597 cities and towns in Pennsylvania, from Philadelphia, Pittsburgh and Allentown to the small towns in between, across Greater Philadelphia, Western Pennsylvania, the Lehigh Valley, Central Pennsylvania, the Poconos, Northeast Pennsylvania and the Erie shore.
Pennsylvania's older neighborhoods mean tight alleys and rowhouse access, and everything comes out by hand when the truck cannot get close. Every load goes to the right facility for the county it came from.
Long winters, old housing stock, and Poconos campers that never came home make spring cleanout season intense.
What we handle
Fence Removal in Pennsylvania: what we take
The short version: if it fits the description below, we take it. The long version is on the phone with whoever answers.
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Wood privacy and picket fences
Privacy, picket, split-rail, and stockade fencing of any age.
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Chain link and welded wire
Mesh, posts, top rail, and hardware, rolled and recycled as scrap.
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Vinyl and composite fencing
Vinyl panels and posts, including the steel or aluminum inserts.
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Wrought iron and metal panels
Iron and aluminum panels, gates, and finials recycled for metal.
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Post and concrete footing extraction
Concrete footings pulled and holes backfilled so the new fence can go in the same line.
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Gates, rails, and hardware
Everything that hangs on the fence, including gates and hardware.
How it works
How fence removal works in Pennsylvania
Here is how a fence removal job in Pennsylvania runs from the first call to the last sweep.
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Walk the line
Mark what stays, confirm the property line, and check for buried utilities before we pull posts.
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Panels down
Boards, panels, and mesh removed and stacked for the trailer.
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Posts and footings out
Posts pulled with the footing, holes backfilled and tamped.
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Clean line
Hardware picked up with a magnet, the line raked, and the debris hauled for recycling and disposal.
Why now
Why Pennsylvania stops putting it off
Most fence removal calls from Pennsylvania come after months of "we'll deal with it." Here is why the people who called last week were glad they did.
- Fence installers charge a premium to remove the old fence and often want it gone before they arrive.
- A leaning fence is a liability with a neighbor on the other side.
- Rotten posts snap in the next wind storm.
- Long winters, old housing stock, and Poconos campers that never came home make spring cleanout season intense.
From the truck
Fence removal jobs, as we found them.
- Truck and trailer, ready
Construction debris haul
Loaded and leaving
Pole barn cleanout
Loading day
Crew at work
Straight talk
What fence removal does not include
Two things every fence removal customer should know before booking anyone, including us:
- We do not install fences. Book your installer, then book us for the day before.
- Property-line disputes are between you and the neighbor; we remove only what you own and mark.
Coverage
Fence Removal across Pennsylvania's regions
Pennsylvania is not one market. Each region has its own access issues, disposal facilities, and seasonal rhythm.
- Greater Philadelphia, around Philadelphia: residential and commercial jobs, with loads going to the nearest transfer station.
- Western Pennsylvania, around Pittsburgh: residential and commercial jobs, with loads going to the nearest transfer station.
- The Lehigh Valley, around Allentown: residential and commercial jobs, with loads going to the nearest transfer station.
- Central Pennsylvania, around Harrisburg: residential and commercial jobs, with loads going to the nearest transfer station.
- The Poconos, around Stroudsburg: residential and commercial jobs, with loads going to the nearest transfer station.
- Northeast Pennsylvania, around Scranton: residential and commercial jobs, with loads going to the nearest transfer station.
- The Erie shore, around Erie: residential and commercial jobs, with loads going to the nearest transfer station.
Sound familiar?
Common fence removal situations in Pennsylvania
Every fence removal call from Pennsylvania starts with a story, and most of them sound like one of these.
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Installer arrives Monday
The new fence company quoted extra to remove the old one and wants it gone before they show up.
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Leaning into the neighbor's yard
Rotted posts, a lean that gets worse every storm, and a neighbor who has mentioned it twice.
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Opening up the yard
The chain link went up for a dog that is no longer around, and the yard would be better without it.
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Sale prep
A broken fence in the listing photos costs more than removing it.
Afterward
Where fence removal material from Pennsylvania ends up
People ask, and they should. Here is the path everything takes after it leaves Pennsylvania.
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Keep, donate, sell, dispose
Every cleanout is sorted into those four piles with you or your representative before loading starts.
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Donation runs
Usable furniture, kitchenware, books, and clothing go to donation partners, and we can bring back receipts for the estate.
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Documents and valuables
Anything you flag is set aside and handed to you. Sensitive paperwork can be routed to a shredding service.
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Licensed disposal
The remainder goes to a licensed transfer station or landfill. Nothing is dumped.
Before we arrive
How to prepare for fence removal in Pennsylvania
A few minutes before the crew arrives in Pennsylvania saves an hour on site. None of it is heavy lifting.
- Mark the sections that stay with tape or flags.
- Confirm the fence is yours and on your side of the line.
- Call 811 or your utility locator if posts are near buried lines; we will not dig until it is clear.
Equipment
What fence removal in Pennsylvania takes
Most of what makes fence removal go smoothly is decided before the truck leaves. This is the gear behind a Pennsylvania job.
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Multiple loads, one day
Trailers and trucks staged so a whole-house cleanout keeps moving instead of waiting on a dumpster swap.
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Sorting and staging
Tables, bins, and labels so keep, donate, sell, and dispose stay separate all day.
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Protection
Floor runners, door-frame guards, and corner protection for homes that are about to be listed.
Choosing a company
What to ask any fence removal company
Whoever you hire for fence removal, these questions will tell you in two minutes whether they are the right ones.
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Will they sort, or just haul?
For estates and hoarding situations, sorting is the job. Ask how they handle documents, photos, and valuables.
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Can they work with an executor remotely?
Video walkthroughs, photo documentation, and a single point of contact matter when you are not local.
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Are they insured?
General liability, auto, and a certificate on request. Non-negotiable in someone else's home.
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Do they know when to call a specialist?
Biohazard, mold, and structural issues need licensed remediation. A good cleanout company knows where their job ends.
Cities
Fence Removal by city in Pennsylvania
Every city below has its own fence removal page with local rules, disposal notes, and nearby coverage. Major metros first.
Questions
Fence Removal in Pennsylvania: your questions
Do you pull the concrete footings?
Yes. Posts come out with the footing so the new fence can go in the same line.
Can you leave some sections?
Yes. Mark what stays and we remove the rest.
Do you offer same-day fence removal in Pennsylvania?
Often, yes. Call early in the day for the best chance at a same-day window, and ask for the first open window if today is full. Next-day is almost always available.
Are you licensed and insured for fence removal in Pennsylvania?
Yes. Lucky Hauling carries general liability and auto coverage for every job in Pennsylvania. Ask the office for a certificate of insurance and we will email it before the crew arrives.
Which areas near Pennsylvania do you cover?
All of the Pennsylvania area, including Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Allentown and Reading. If you are outside that, we still probably cover you; check the Pennsylvania page for the full city list.
How do I set up fence removal in Pennsylvania?
Photos are fastest. Tell us what it is, where it sits, and how soon you need it gone, and we schedule the on-site estimate.
Do I need to be home for fence removal in Pennsylvania?
Not necessarily. Many Pennsylvania customers meet us at the start and leave, or approve by text from photos the crew sends. Someone does need to say yes before anything is loaded.
What should I do before the crew gets to Pennsylvania?
Very little. Decide what stays, point it out or tape it, and clear a path if it is easy. Set aside anything with personal data you want to keep. The crew does the rest.
Can you get it out of a tight spot in Pennsylvania?
Yes. Narrow stairs, basements, and backyards with no gate are normal. We carry it out by hand and protect the floors on the way.
What if the weather is bad on the day?
Rain does not stop most jobs. Lightning, ice, and high wind do, especially for boat lifts and tow work. If we have to move your window we tell you as early as we can and reschedule at no charge.
Where does the junk from Pennsylvania actually go?
Donatable items go to donation partners, metal and cardboard are recycled, and the rest goes to a licensed transfer station or landfill. Pennsylvania's older neighborhoods mean tight alleys and rowhouse access, and everything comes out by hand when the truck cannot get close.
Next step
Book fence removal anywhere in Pennsylvania
Pick your city above for local details, or send photos now. We reply within business hours with the first open window, and nothing moves until you say yes.
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