the Land of 10,000 Lakes
Fence Removal in Minnesota
Posts pulled, concrete footings out, line raked clean.
Fence Removal across Minnesota: posts pulled, concrete footings out, line raked clean. Lucky Hauling covers the Twin Cities, the North Shore and the Iron Range 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.
Ten thousand lakes means ten thousand docks with a boat that has seen better days. From Twin Cities garages to cabin country up north, we haul what the winter left behind.
- Licensed & insured
- Free on-site estimate
- Same-week scheduling
- Donate & recycle first
- Boats, RVs & oversized loads
- 20 states covered
the Land of 10,000 Lakes
Fence Removal in Minnesota: where we work and what we see
We serve 357 cities and towns in Minnesota, from Minneapolis, Saint Paul and Rochester to the small towns in between, across the Twin Cities, the North Shore, the Iron Range, Central Minnesota and Southern Minnesota.
Minnesota bans mattresses, electronics, and appliances from most landfills, so those items go through certified recyclers. Every load goes to the right facility for the county it came from.
Ice-out in spring is boat season, and the first cold snap in fall is when cabins get cleared and campers get pulled before the snow.
What we handle
Fence Removal in Minnesota: what we take
Here is what fence removal covers in Minnesota. Each one gets the same process: look, quote, wait for your yes, then work.
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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 Minnesota
Same steps every time, whether the job is in Minnesota proper or twenty minutes out. Knowing the sequence makes booking easier.
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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 Minnesota stops putting it off
If you are on the fence, these are the things that tend to settle it for people in Minnesota.
- 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.
- Ice-out in spring is boat season, and the first cold snap in fall is when cabins get cleared and campers get pulled before the snow.
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
The honest part, so there are no surprises:
- 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 Minnesota's regions
Minnesota is not one market. Each region has its own access issues, disposal facilities, and seasonal rhythm.
- The Twin Cities, around Minneapolis: residential and commercial jobs, with loads going to the nearest transfer station.
- The North Shore, around Duluth: residential and commercial jobs, with loads going to the nearest transfer station.
- The Iron Range, around Hibbing: residential and commercial jobs, with loads going to the nearest transfer station.
- Central Minnesota, around St. Cloud: residential and commercial jobs, with loads going to the nearest transfer station.
- Southern Minnesota, around Rochester: residential and commercial jobs, with loads going to the nearest transfer station.
Sound familiar?
Common fence removal situations in Minnesota
These are the jobs that come up again and again around Minnesota. Yours probably fits one, and the fix is the same phone call.
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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 Minnesota ends up
People ask, and they should. Here is the path everything takes after it leaves Minnesota.
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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 Minnesota
Preparation is optional. The crew handles everything on the day. But if you want the job to go quickest, here is what helps.
- 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 Minnesota takes
Most of what makes fence removal go smoothly is decided before the truck leaves. This is the gear behind a Minnesota 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 Minnesota
Every city below has its own fence removal page with local rules, disposal notes, and nearby coverage. Major metros first.
Questions
Fence Removal in Minnesota: 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 Minnesota?
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 Minnesota?
Yes. Lucky Hauling carries general liability and auto coverage for every job in Minnesota. Ask the office for a certificate of insurance and we will email it before the crew arrives.
Which areas near Minnesota do you cover?
All of the Minnesota area, including Minneapolis, Saint Paul, Rochester and Duluth. If you are outside that, we still probably cover you; check the Minnesota page for the full city list.
How do I set up fence removal in Minnesota?
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 Minnesota?
Not necessarily. Many Minnesota 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 Minnesota?
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 Minnesota?
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 Minnesota actually go?
Donatable items go to donation partners, metal and cardboard are recycled, and the rest goes to a licensed transfer station or landfill. Minnesota bans mattresses, electronics, and appliances from most landfills, so those items go through certified recyclers.
Next step
Book fence removal anywhere in Minnesota
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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