About Florida Fence

Since 1958, Florida Fence has been producing the area’s finest fences. As the regions’ oldest and largest fence manufacturing company with deep roots in Sarasota, Bradenton, Lakewood Ranch, Venice, Englewood, North Port, Port Charlotte, and extending out to the area’s island keys, Florida Fence is the fencing contractor that generations of homeowners and contractors have learned to trust.

The company’s commitment to top-quality manufacturing processes, top-grade materials, and premier customer care means that Florida Fence will continue building fences stamped with pride and craftsmanship.

“Good Fences Make Good Neighbors.”

—Robert Frost, Mending Wall

Owned, Family Run Fence Company
We are a family-owned, family-run business, and the Dermodys are committed to continue the 50-year tradition of quality. Kevin and Theresa’s hard-earned reputation has been staked out through 35 years of operating their family-owned residential and commercial real estate development and general contracting business. They’ve developed properties on multiple continents and forged a successful project management style based on the commonsense principle of the “Golden Rule”—treat others like you want to be treated.

The team’s knowledge and hands-on involvement is delivered with accuracy, expertise, and a genuine Irish smile. Call us at (941) 921-4659 today for a no-obligation consultation. We’re ready to earn your business!

ABOUT PICKET

At Florida Fence, you are always greeted with a smile and a friendly face. But if you are lucky, you might also run into our resident mascot and “Chief Canine Officer”, Picket.

Picket found us just after Thanksgiving 2014, weighing in a 2.2 pounds, breed unknown. He is responsible for countless smiles and laughter throughout the office, as well as the occasional accident on the showroom floor.

He is available for house calls to lend his expert advice on all things puppy and is a favorite of our customers – who ask for him by name. He has grown quite a bit since these photos!

Picket has become our spokesdog, with his own social media accounts and following. He is involved in all things Florida Fence and is representative of what we are all about – family & fences.

If you need a Sarasota or Manatee County fence installed, call us for a free consultation. And ask for Picket – he loves meeting our customers!

MEET THE TEAM

Theresa Dermody

Managing Partner

Theresa is the heartbeat of the company. She is the creative spark that lights the fire at Florida Fence, and works harder than any human being should be allowed to. She is the one to go to when you really want to get things done.

Laura Osenkarski

Client Relations/Front Desk

Laura is our Phone Boss/Client Relations/Front Desk Reception guru. She always wears a smile that you can even hear over the phone. Even better, she hands out pastries when you walk in our door.

Viji Arunagiri

Accounts Payable

Viji works in Accounts Payable. Sweet, kind, and smart, Viji helps to make sure our external obligations are met in a timely manner.

Colton Chapman

Warehouse Foreman

Colton is responsible for making sure that the warehouse is ready to meet all of our clients’ needs in fencing, from standard PVC to custom designs. He keeps the process humming in order to produce our fencing panels on time.

Rigo Tovar

Shop Production

Rigo is our go-to man for shop production and special installation projects. Rigo has years of experience installing fencing, is a whiz with power tools and shop machinery, and is an ace at creating the best fence panels in the industry.

Conor Dermody

Quality Control Inspector

Conor examines each fence installation upon completion, checking to make sure it meets Florida Fence standards. Like his folks, he is not afraid of hard work, so can often be found making repairs whenever necessary.

COMPANY NEWS AND UPDATES

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Unlicensed contractors are tempting to hire as they typically offer cheaper prices, are easier to get ahold of, more willing to barter, and may even offer a quick fix to your problem. However, regardless of your financial savings or your intention, you can be held...

Picket’s Tail: An Interview with Marina Kensinger

Today’s Employee Spotlight is on Marina Kensinger, the Senior Commercial Estimator at Florida Fence. Marina is at the top of our pack in our Bid department, handling all proposals, estimates, and developer-related questions. She is also a Registered Specialty...

Picket’s Tail: An Interview with Armando Martinez

Today’s Employee Spotlight is on Armando Martinez, Assistant General Manager, at Florida Fence. Armando is the top dog for organizing all things installation related in our residential division. He is the go-to human for questions regarding the scheduling and...

Are You Working for a Living or a Legacy?

We here at Florida Fence love what we do! We love beautifying homes with long-lasting beautiful fences and creating spaces for people to enjoy their lives. But as much as we take joy in building fences, what drives us is something much more significant. We are...

Employee Spotlight – Dane Champlin

Picket, our wonderful Florida Fence mascot, thought you would all like to meet more of his team, so we thought that from time to time we would provide our readers with an in-depth spotlight on one of his co-workers. Picket thought it would be fitting to begin with his...

Picket’s Restaurant Picks for Memorial Day Weekend

Hi everyone, Picket the Pup here! You know, just because it may be hard for me to salute, doesn’t mean I don’t feel grateful every day for all the wonderful men and women who have served our country, past or present. These brave military members (and their families, I...

What Do the Other Dogs Say About Florida Fence? (And Their Owners, Too!)

Hi everyone, Picket here ? You know, I’m not one to brag, but I am so proud of my owners Kevin and Theresa for the wonderful work they do! All of my canine buddies and their humans love their fences, too. Kevin and Theresa are too shy to tell everyone about the great...

How to Pay for Your New Fence: Fence Financing Made Easy

Decision to have a fence installed – ✔ Decision to go with Florida Fence –✔ Fence design and type chosen –✔ Paying for the new fence – OOPS! While a lot of our customers come to us with cash or credit card in hand, we wanted to let you know that we are excited to be...

Picket’s Pick: Sarasota’s Best Dog Parks

Hi everyone, Picket here. Some of you know me, but for those of you who don’t, let me introduce myself. My name may give it away, but I am the beloved owner of Kevin & Theresa Dermody over at Florida Fence. I let them think that I am their mascot and furry child,...