SimTek is a molded polyethylene fence with a steel-reinforced frame, made to look like stacked stone. It gives a solid, heavy-looking wall without masonry. We install it in Saint Paul for owners who want full privacy and less noise from a busy street, an alley or a commercial neighbor, and who do not want to stain a wood fence.
It suits Minnesota better than many solid fences. The panels do not rot or rust and the color is in the material, so there is nothing to paint. A solid panel catches wind and drifting snow, so the posts do the real work. We set them below frost depth in concrete and keep to the post spacing the maker specifies. Along an alley we keep the fence clear of where the plow leaves its ridge.
A stone-look wall is still a fence under city rules. In Saint Paul that means no more than four feet in a front yard and seven feet in a side or rear yard, lower inside a corner sight triangle, and a permit for a new fence. In a heritage preservation district, ask the city whether this material is acceptable before you commit to it.
SimTek fences in Saint Paul: common questions
Does SimTek block traffic noise?
A solid, dense panel with no gaps cuts noise more than a board fence does. It will not make a busy street silent. Height and how close the fence is to the source matter as much as the material.
What colors and heights does it come in?
The maker offers several stone colors and standard panel heights. We bring samples to the estimate and confirm what is in stock, since special colors can add lead time.
Can a damaged panel be replaced?
Yes. Panels slide into the posts, so one panel can be swapped without rebuilding the run, as long as the color is still made.
How it works
- Free estimate: Call, text or book online. We visit, measure and talk through options.
- Written quote: Clear pricing with material choices side by side.
- Permits & planning: We check local rules and help with permits before we dig.
- Install & clean-up: Our crew installs, cleans up and walks the finished fence with you.