The Glidden Fence Story - The Beginning
Glidden Fence Company was established in 1976 and is still managed by the same owner, Tom Glidden. Tom started working in the fence industry in 1965 as a fence installer for a company that built only commercial fences, Hoosier Fence Company's Highway Division. He quickly became the best fence installer for that company and in 1972 he went on to work in the Ironworker's Union for the nationwide biggest fence company, Cyclone Fence, a subsidiary of U.S. Steel Corporation. He continued honing his installation and leadership skills while leading a crew for Cyclone Fence. In 1974, he began working as a subcontractor for Hoosier Fence's Industrial Division.
During his time installing commercial fences, he learned a lot of special techniques on the best way to build a fence. In 1976, he moved his family to Carmel, Indiana and opened Glidden Fence Company. Tom scheduled fence estimates a few days a week and also took classes at IUPUI to learn about some of the nuances of running a business. After Tom had constructed a few fences in Carmel and Westfield, people started seeing his quality fence construction and business picked up. Tom hired his first employee, Bill Dapper, in 1977 to help him build the fences that he sold. Pretty soon, Tom and Bill were building fences in Carmel, Westfield, Indianapolis, Noblesville, and other places in Hamilton County.
During his time installing commercial fences, he learned a lot of special techniques on the best way to build a fence. In 1976, he moved his family to Carmel, Indiana and opened Glidden Fence Company. Tom scheduled fence estimates a few days a week and also took classes at IUPUI to learn about some of the nuances of running a business. After Tom had constructed a few fences in Carmel and Westfield, people started seeing his quality fence construction and business picked up. Tom hired his first employee, Bill Dapper, in 1977 to help him build the fences that he sold. Pretty soon, Tom and Bill were building fences in Carmel, Westfield, Indianapolis, Noblesville, and other places in Hamilton County.
The Glidden Fence Story - Today
Now, nearly 40 years later, Glidden Fence has not only carved out but retained its spot as the premier fence builder in Westfield, Carmel, Fishers, Zionsville, Noblesville, Avon, Brownsburg, Greenwood, and more. The success can be attributed to our years of building expertise in the fence industry. Tom has 50 years of experience in the fencing industry, and he still has his first employee, Bill Dapper working for him. Because of the experience of Glidden Fence's employees, we can build a truly high quality fence. Most fence companies can install a fence that looks good on day 1. Only Glidden Fence Company can install a fence that still looks great years down the road. This is especially true of vinyl fences. The owner developed special fence installation techniques for installing vinyl fences and no other company can compare. Throughout the years, Tom has created innovative solutions to fence problems, which has allowed Glidden Fence to install the best fences in Central Indiana.
At Glidden Fence we believe in using top quality materials paired with special fence installation techniques to ensure a beautiful fence that will last for years to come. We are a family company that is large enough to handle big projects but small enough to give you the care and attention that you need. Located in Westfield, Indiana, we are a locally owned and operated company serving Indianapolis and the surrounding areas including Carmel, Noblesville, Fishers, McCordsville, Fortville, Zionsville, Brownsburg, Avon, Greenwood, Sheridan and more.
Take a look at our fence gallery for pictures and ideas on fence styles and designs that you would like. Check out our services page for more information on specific types of fences that we install. Read some testimonials from previous customers to see what they have to say about Glidden Fence! Fill out a contact form or call us and make an appointment for your FREE estimate, you'll be glad you did! 317-844-5657
Do what makes sense, go with Glidden Fence!
At Glidden Fence we believe in using top quality materials paired with special fence installation techniques to ensure a beautiful fence that will last for years to come. We are a family company that is large enough to handle big projects but small enough to give you the care and attention that you need. Located in Westfield, Indiana, we are a locally owned and operated company serving Indianapolis and the surrounding areas including Carmel, Noblesville, Fishers, McCordsville, Fortville, Zionsville, Brownsburg, Avon, Greenwood, Sheridan and more.
Take a look at our fence gallery for pictures and ideas on fence styles and designs that you would like. Check out our services page for more information on specific types of fences that we install. Read some testimonials from previous customers to see what they have to say about Glidden Fence! Fill out a contact form or call us and make an appointment for your FREE estimate, you'll be glad you did! 317-844-5657
Do what makes sense, go with Glidden Fence!