Fences, Paint & Remodeling in Valley Ranch
Valley Ranch homes sit along canals, alleys and greenbelts, and most outside changes need ARC approval first. S&L Good Fellas is an insured, family-owned Irving contractor. Text or call for a free quote.
Your Valley Ranch Contractor, Based in Irving
Valley Ranch is the master-planned north end of Irving, with about 4,000 single-family homes and 22 multi-family properties. Building took off in the 1980s, when a levee and canals went in to hold back the Elm Fork of the Trinity River.
That history shapes the work. Fences meet canals and alleys, new paint colors need sign-off, and yards have had a generation to grow in. As a Valley Ranch contractor, we quote fences, paint, trees, decks and remodels. Share any approved materials and colors when you ask for a quote.
Quick Answers
What Valley Ranch homeowners ask before they ask for a quote.
Do I need ARC approval before a fence or paint job?
Usually, yes. Any change to the outside of a home, front or back, needs Architectural Review Committee approval. Repainting in the same approved colors is the main exception.
Do you work in every part of Valley Ranch?
Yes. We serve all of Valley Ranch in ZIP 75063, from canal-side homes to Legends Crossing, the newer streets built where the Dallas Cowboys used to practice.
How do I get a quote?
Text or call (469) 340-2030. We chat on the phone, take a look at the job, and send you a free quote.
Serving All of Valley Ranch
Valley Ranch fills the north end of Irving in ZIP 75063. I-635 forms its south edge, Coppell sits to the north, and the Elm Fork levee runs along the east side. North MacArthur Boulevard runs through it, and Cimarron Park is its main city park.
ZIP Codes We Serve
- 75063
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What We Do in Valley Ranch
Install · Repair · GatesFencing
New fences, repairs, gates and stain. Valley Ranch sets its own fence standards.
Interior · Exterior · TrimPainting
Exterior trim, doors and shutters in ARC-approved colors, plus interior painting.
Trimming · Removal · StumpsTree Service
Trimming and removal for big shade trees. Limbs over public sidewalks need 8 feet of clearance.
Sod · Mulch · MakeoversLandscaping
Sod, mulch and yard cleanup. The guidelines set rules for turf and beds.
Pergolas · StructuresOutdoor Living
Pergolas and storage sheds. The ARC sets size and setback limits for pergolas.
Custom Decks · Built to LastDecks
Low wood decks for back and side yards, where the ARC deck standard applies.
Tile · Trim · ClosetsHome Remodeling
Tile, trim, built-ins and closets for homes built from the 1980s on.
Counters · Cabinets · TileKitchen Remodeling
Countertops, backsplashes and full kitchen remodels, quoted after we see the room.
Tile · Showers · VanitiesBathroom Remodeling
Shower remodels, bathroom tile and new vanities for older Valley Ranch baths.
Additions · Rehabs · FramingGeneral Contracting
Additions and whole-home rehabs. Street sides here call for brick, stone or stucco.
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What Shapes Work in Valley Ranch
Valley Ranch sits in the old Elm Fork floodplain. Starting in 1983, Irving Flood Control District No. 3 built a levee, a pump station, and about 5.5 miles of canals and ponds. Under the design guidelines, homes not on a canal take their garages from an alley, so the back fence is often the side people see most. The guidelines also call for brick, stone or stucco on street-facing walls, and the early landscaping has matured.
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Work We Quote Here
Work we quote here, and the local reason behind it.
Fence repair that stays plumb
The guidelines cap how far a tall fence can lean: one foot out of line at the top. We reset leaning posts and replace worn pickets and caps.
Tree trimming over sidewalks
Branches over a public sidewalk need 8 feet of clearance. We offer trimming and removal for mature shade trees.
Mulch under shade
Grass often thins out under big trees. The guidelines suggest mulch or ground cover with edging. We offer mulch and yard cleanup.
Additions that match the house
Street sides must be brick, stone or stucco, and backs facing a canal at least half brick or stucco. Keep that in mind when planning an addition.
How the ARC Approval Step Works
The Valley Ranch Association's Architectural Review Committee (ARC) is made up of Valley Ranch homeowners. Its FAQ says any change to the outside of a home, front or back, needs ARC approval, from fences and landscaping to additions. The design guidelines also cover paint colors, decks, pergolas and patio covers.
Applications go in online, with files as PDFs. In 2026 the ARC meets about twice a month, with a 5 p.m. deadline about a week before each meeting. Pergolas, patio covers and additions carry a review fee. Get ARC approval before outside work starts.
- Repainting in the same approved colors does not need a new approval.
- Fence stain picked from the pre-approved list is approved on receipt, with no fee.
- Seasonal color bedding plants are the only plantings that skip review.
- An approval runs out after 180 days if the work has not started.
Valley Ranch Fence Rules in Plain Words
Fencing is on the association's list of most common violations, so the details matter. The design guidelines say a new fence needs a city permit and ARC approval before it goes up.
On a canal lot, the fence along the water must be glossy black iron (or an approved black look-alike), 4 feet tall, and run 10 feet into the yard from the water's lot line. Fences along alleys count as public view for upkeep.
- Wood fences: cedar, redwood or wood panels, with a 2x6 top cap and a border at least 1x4.
- Posts: 15 to 17 gauge metal set in concrete. Posts in public view must be enclosed, and alley fences have extra rules.
- Height: 6 to 8 feet is standard. Taller needs the ARC's written consent.
- Side-yard wood fences sit at least 5 feet back from the front of the house.
- Stain: semi-transparent or opaque, in neutral earth tones.
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Answers to common questions. Don’t see yours? Text or call and we will walk you through it.
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Call (469) 340-2030Why does the Valley Ranch HOA care about my alley fence?
The guidelines treat fences along an alley as public view for upkeep, the same as paint and landscaping. Most homes not on a canal get garage access from the alley, so that fence is what neighbors drive past. We reset leaning posts, replace pickets and caps, fix gates, and restain in an approved tone.
Can I paint my Valley Ranch house a new color?
Yes, with ARC approval first. The guidelines ask for conservative, natural colors, and the association keeps a pre-approved paint catalog. Most surfaces get a satin finish, with gloss allowed on shutters, entry doors and metal. Repainting in colors approved before needs no new approval. With brick, stone or stucco on street sides, exterior painting here is often trim, doors, shutters and fences.
Do I need approval for a pergola or a deck?
Yes. The guidelines allow one freestanding pergola, arbor or gazebo per lot, in the side or back yard. A pergola can be up to 12 feet tall and 450 square feet, at least 5 feet from property lines and 10 feet from the house. The wood deck standard covers back or side yard decks up to 18 inches off the ground.
Who takes care of the trees and paths along the canals?
The association's master board oversees landscaping, bridges, lighting and the walkways along the canals. Trees on your own lot are yours. Branches over a public sidewalk need 8 feet of clearance. We trim and remove trees on private lots, grind stumps, and clear limbs after storms.
A tree in my front yard died. Do I have to replace it?
If it is the front-yard tree the guidelines require, plan on it. Each single-family lot needs one. A dead canopy tree may be replaced with a smaller ornamental tree, and the guidelines warn that summer heat is a poor time to plant. We take down the dead tree and grind the stump. The new planting needs ARC approval.
Does the levee change anything about yard work?
Irving Flood Control District No. 3 runs the levee, pump station and canals, and FEMA lists Valley Ranch as having reduced flood risk because of the levee. On your lot, watch drainage. The guidelines say swales and slopes can't be changed without approval, and each lot should drain the way its approved drainage plan shows. Ask the association before you regrade for new sod or beds.
Let's Talk About Your Valley Ranch Project.
Text or call (469) 340-2030 for a free quote on a fence, paint, trees or a remodel in Valley Ranch.
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