Crusader Fence Company

What Crusader Fence Company does

Crusader Fence Company is a privately held, founder-operated commercial fencing and perimeter-security contractor founded in 1993 and headquartered in Rancho Cordova, California, with a second Bay Area office in Benicia. The company designs, fabricates, and installs perimeter-control solutions across Northern California, serving educational institutions, utilities and critical infrastructure operators, government and defense facilities, municipal parks and recreation departments, and industrial/commercial properties. Named clients include PG&E, SMUD, Caltrans, Sacramento Regional Transit District, the California Military Department, the Department of Defense, and numerous school districts (e.g., Dublin USD, Roseville JUHSD).

The company's offering spans chain-link, iron, architectural, and ornamental fencing; handrails and guardrails; automatic gate systems (slide, cantilever, swing, vertical lift, bi-fold, barrier-arm); and custom in-house metal fabrication including laser-cut and complex radius work. Technical differentiation is anchored by the patented Defender Gate System — a modular gate engineered for critical-infrastructure environments such as transformer stations, supporting interchangeable infills, non-conductive materials, tamper-resistant design, and low-resistance panic egress. Crusader integrates third-party gate operators and barriers (HySecurity, Liftmaster, Doorking, Delta Scientific) including crash-rated vehicle barriers compliant with UL 325, plus access-control electronics (keypads, card readers, timers). It holds California license classifications C-13 (Fencing), C-7 (Low Voltage), and B (General Building), and a Nevada C-25 license, along with Gold Shovel Standard and ISNet safety certifications.

The business model is project-based professional services: quote-driven, one-time revenue tied to design, fabrication, and installation scope, supplemented by recurring planned gate-maintenance contracts with 24/7 emergency repair and early-stage project consulting. Go-to-market is enterprise field sales led — direct engagement with property owners, general contractors, architects, and developers, offering no-cost consultations — augmented by industry events (e.g., the 2024 CASH Conference) and community/workforce partnerships. The company reported over $50M in completed utility fencing projects through 2020 and describes itself as the largest commercial fence installer in Northern California.

Name

Crusader Fence Company

Legal name

Crusader Fence Company

Website

https://crusaderfence.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1993

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Crusader Fence Company is a Northern California commercial fencing and perimeter-security contractor founded in 1993, designing, fabricating, and installing fencing, automated gates, and access control for schools, utilities, government, transportation, and industrial clients.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Commercial Fencing and Perimeter Security Services

akta.pro primary industry

Fence Installation & Replacement (HSAIAJAA)

akta.pro secondary industry

Gate Automation, Access Control & Operator Repair (HSAIAJAD)

Keywords

• Commercial fence installation
• Perimeter security solutions
• Automatic gate systems
• Custom metal fabrication
• Access control integration

Headquarters

HQ city

Rancho Cordova

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Fence Installation Services: Design, fabrication, and installation of chain link, iron, architectural, and security fencing for commercial, industrial, and public works projects. One-time service revenue based on project scope.
2. Automatic Gate Installation: Installation of automated gate systems including slide gates, cantilever gates, swing gates, vertical lift gates, barrier arms, and crash-rated barriers. Includes integration with access control systems.
3. Planned Gate Maintenance: Recurring maintenance contracts providing regular inspections, preventative maintenance, and 24/7 emergency repair service for customers with active maintenance plans.
4. Project Consulting: Consulting services for perimeter security design during project planning and concept stages. Includes site security evaluations and project assessments.
5. Custom Fabrication: Custom design, fabrication, and installation of complex perimeter security solutions including ornamental iron, architectural fencing, and distinctive artwork for unique project requirements.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Crusader Fence Company designs, fabricates, and installs commercial perimeter security fencing and gate systems for educational, utility, government, defense, and industrial clients throughout Northern California. Core deliverables include chain link and iron fencing, handrails, automatic gate systems with access control integration, custom ornamental iron and architectural fencing, crash-rated vehicle barriers, and the patented Defender Gate System for critical infrastructure. Complementary offerings include early-stage project consulting and recurring planned gate maintenance with 24/7 emergency repair service.

Product overview

Crusader Fence Company is a commercial fencing contractor offering perimeter security solutions across Northern California since 1993. The company's product portfolio centers on fence installation services including chain link fencing, iron fencing, handrails, and security gates. These core offerings are complemented by architectural fencing and gates featuring ornamental iron and distinctive artwork, automatic gate systems with various operator types (slide, cantilever, swing, lift, bi-fold, barrier arm), and custom fabrication capabilities. The company also offers the proprietary Defender Gate System—a patented modular gate designed for critical infrastructure. Supporting services include project consulting for early-stage security planning and planned gate maintenance programs with 24/7 emergency support. The company installs gate operators from brands including Liftmaster, HySecurity, Doorking, Delta Scientific, Linear, Electric Power Door, Bavak, and Secure USA.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Chain Link Fencing Custom chain link fencing solutions tailored to property security and athletic field needs, designed and installed by Crusader Fence's expert teams for commercial, industrial, educational, and government clients in Northern California.
• Iron Fencing Security iron fencing designed and constructed to enhance property aesthetics while fulfilling structural and safety requirements for commercial and industrial properties.
• Handrails Commercial handrail installation services including sidewalk handrails and ramp/stair rails built to withstand heavy use and wear at transit, municipal, and commercial sites.
• Security Gates and Access Control Custom iron gates, crash gates, and automated gates with integrated access control systems for perimeter security, including keypad, card reader, and timer-based controls with vandal-resistant wiring.
• Architectural Fencing and Gates Ornamental iron fencing and custom gates featuring distinctive artwork, designed to secure and beautify commercial, municipal, and industrial properties with architectural integration.
• Automatic Gates Automated gate systems including slide gates, cantilever gates, swing gates, vertical lift gates, vertical pivot lift gates, bi-fold gates, and barrier arm gates installed with commercial gate operator brands (Liftmaster, HySecurity, Doorking, Delta Scientific, Linear, Electric Power Door, Bavak, Secure USA) for 24/7 industrial facilities.
• Athletic Fields Fencing Complete athletic facility packages including backstops, backboards, dugout padding, netting, and perimeter fencing for sports fields at schools and recreation facilities.
• Custom Fabrication Custom design, fabrication, and installation of complex perimeter security solutions including distinctive artwork and ornamental iron, supported by an in-house metal shop.
• Defender Gate System Patented modular gate system designed for critical infrastructure such as transformer stations and utility installations, featuring seamless wall integration, tamper-resistant design, interchangeable infill capability, and compatibility with non-conductive, bulletproof, cement, and FRP infills.
• Project Consulting Security fencing consultation during project plan development to reduce costs, diversify options, and produce better overall outcomes, including site security evaluations and project assessments for property owners, architects, and general contractors.
• Planned Gate Maintenance Routine maintenance service schedule for automatic gates, including 24/7 emergency repair services for customers with active maintenance plans; recurring inspections and preventative maintenance.

Quantifiable outcome

• $50M in utility fencing projects completed through 2020
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers16 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

18 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• SWA GroupcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLandscape architecture firm for Fremont Downtown Event Center Plaza project. Crusader Fence fabricated and installed the complex wave-pattern architectural fencing structure based on SWA Group's design vision for the outdoor community stage.
• Studios ArchitecturecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerArchitecture firm for Fremont Downtown Event Center and Plaza project. The 13,400-square-foot community center and one-acre plaza was designed by Studios Architecture for the City of Fremont.
• Parsons CorporationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPrime consultant for the Gilman Street Overcrossing project. $95M infrastructure project for Caltrans and Alameda County Transportation Commission to reconfigure the Gilman Interchange in Berkeley.
• Golden State Bridge, Inc.coreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerGeneral contractor for the Gilman Street Overcrossing project. Crusader Fence installed 3,000 linear feet of steel fencing along the pedestrian and bicycle overcrossing.
• SodexominorStrategic or Co-development PartnerFacilities management and food services company that funded the $1.5M Cal Maritime Academy Marketplace project and collaborated with stakeholders to develop the dining resource for the campus.
• Jensen LandscapecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLandscape contractor for Yerba Buena Island Parks and Open Space Plan project. Crusader Fence collaborated with Jensen Landscape to build multiple structures including The Rocks Dog Park fencing.
• CMG Landscape ArchitecturecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLandscape architecture firm for Yerba Buena Island development. Collaborated on Parks and Open Space Plan project to create urban park system supporting new neighborhood developments.
• Hood Design StudiominorStrategic or Co-development PartnerDesign firm for Panorama Park and Signal Point Park at Yerba Buena Island. Crusader installed 1,057 linear feet of custom galvanized steel guardrails designed to complement the park's spectacular Bay Area views.
• Ebbert PacificminorOthersSponsor of Crusader Fence's annual 'Shielded Together' Safety Day event for workplace safety training and community building.
• Bender Insurance SolutionsminorOthersSponsor of Crusader Fence's annual Safety Day event.
• HiltiminorOthersSponsor of Crusader Fence's annual Safety Day event. Tool and equipment manufacturer.
• Safety Center IncorporatedminorOthersSponsor of Crusader Fence's annual Safety Day event. Provides safety training and education resources.
• USA North 811minorOthersSponsor of Crusader Fence's annual Safety Day event. Underground infrastructure safety and damage prevention organization.
• Capital College & Career Academy (CCCA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerEducational partnership providing job shadow programs for high school students exploring construction careers. Crusader Fence welcomed students to shadow all departments and provided hands-on welding training at CCCA campus.
• HySecuritycoreTechnology or IntegrationGate operator manufacturer. Crusader Fence installs HySecurity products including SlideDriver gate operators, StrongArm crash-rated vehicle barriers, and related access control systems at client facilities.
• LiftmastercoreTechnology or IntegrationCommercial gate operator brand installed by Crusader Fence for automated gate systems.
• DoorkingcoreTechnology or IntegrationCommercial gate operator manufacturer whose products are installed by Crusader Fence.
• Delta ScientificcoreTechnology or IntegrationSecurity barrier and gate manufacturer. Crusader installs Delta Scientific products for high-security perimeter applications.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Long Fence: Long Fence is a large regional commercial and residential fencing contractor serving the Mid-Atlantic U.S., with comparable scope across chain link, ornamental iron, automatic gates, and custom fabrication. It is the most analogous large regional commercial fence installer to Crusader, though operating in a different geography.
• California Fence Company: California Fence Company is a Southern California commercial and industrial fencing contractor serving the Los Angeles region. It is the closest in-state geographic peer to Crusader for commercial fence installation, with overlapping product lines (chain link, iron, gates) and similar customer mix.
• Hercules Fence: Hercules Fence is a Mid-Atlantic commercial and high-security fencing contractor offering ornamental iron, chain link, automatic gates, crash-rated barriers, and access control integration. Comparable to Crusader in its mix of perimeter security work for government, utilities, and commercial clients.

Broad incumbents

• Master Halco: Master Halco is the largest wholesale distributor of fencing products in North America, supplying chain link, wood, ornamental iron, and access control systems to contractors. It is comparable to Crusader in serving the same end-market of commercial perimeter security but as a distributor/ supplier rather than an installer.
• Ameristar Fence Products: Ameristar is one of the largest North American manufacturers and distributors of ornamental iron, pool, and high-security fencing systems (e.g., Aegis, Montage, Impasse). It is comparable to Crusader as a dominant player in the same product category but operates upstream as a manufacturer/supplier rather than a regional installer.
• Merchants Metals: Merchants Metals is one of the largest U.S. manufacturers of commercial chain link and ornamental fencing, with regional fabrication facilities. Comparable to Crusader in the same commercial perimeter security product category, though operating at a national scale as a manufacturer rather than a regional installer.

Regional players

• Northland Fence: Northland Fence is a regional fencing contractor serving the Minneapolis/St. Paul metro with residential and commercial fence installation. Comparable to Crusader as a regional fence installer with custom capabilities, though weighted more toward residential and a different geography.
• Southwest Fence & Deck: Southwest Fence & Deck is a commercial fencing contractor serving the Phoenix and greater Arizona market. Comparable to Crusader in operating as a regional commercial fence installer with similar product scope, but in a different geographic market.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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