The best fence for hurricanes in South Florida.

By Florida Fence Solution · October 20, 2026

Every hurricane season we see the same thing: fences that were built right are still standing, and fences with shallow posts or weak panels are lying in the yard. Material matters, but installation matters just as much.

1. Aluminum and Durafence

Aluminum does not rust, does not rot and stays strong for decades. Picket aluminum lets wind pass through, so it puts less load on the posts. Durafence is an aluminum privacy system designed for high wind, which makes it one of the best options when you want privacy and storm resistance. See aluminum and Durafence.

2. Chain-link

Wind passes straight through chain-link, so it rarely blows over. Privacy slats add wind load, so posts need to be set properly. See chain-link fences.

3. PVC vinyl

Solid privacy panels catch a lot of wind. A well-installed PVC fence with reinforced posts set in concrete does well; cheap panels and shallow posts do not. Louvered and shadowbox styles let some air through. See PVC vinyl fences.

4. Wood

Wood privacy fences are affordable, but they act like a sail in strong wind, and posts weaken over time as they rot at ground level. Good concrete footings and regular maintenance help. See wood fences.

What makes any fence stronger

• Posts set deep in concrete, not just tamped soil.
• Reinforced posts at gates and corners.
• Correct post spacing for the panel system.
• Stainless or galvanized hardware that will not rust out.
• A permitted install built for Broward's High-Velocity Hurricane Zone.

After a storm

Check posts for leaning, look for cracked panels and test gate latches, especially on pool gates. If something is off, our fence repair team can fix it before the next storm.