We install chain link backstops for baseball and softball fields at schools, parks and church and youth leagues around Clarksville. We look at the field first, then quote the size and shape it needs.
A backstop is the tallest fence most people ever see up close, and it is built for one purpose: stopping a ball behind home plate. We build chain link backstops for school fields, church leagues, parks and youth baseball and softball programs in Clarksville and the towns around it. Size and shape depend on the level of play, from a simple straight panel for a practice field to a hooded backstop with wings down each baseline.
Because a backstop is high and often has an overhang, its posts are heavy pipe set in large footings. The clay here grips a footing well when it is dry and softens when it is saturated, so depth and diameter both matter. Where limestone is close to the surface, the posts are anchored into the rock. We look at the field before pricing, because the footing work is the part of the job that varies most.
The fabric takes a beating, so we use a heavier gauge behind the plate than a yard fence would need, tied closely to the frame so there are no loose edges to catch a player. Most fields are wanted ready for spring, and that is also when fence crews are busiest. If you are planning a field for next season, the fall and winter months are the time to get it on the calendar.
Backstops in Clarksville: common questions
Can you repair an old backstop instead of replacing it?
Often. If the posts are straight and solid, new fabric, rails and ties bring a backstop back. If the posts are rusted through at the ground or leaning, the frame has to be replaced.
Do you also fence the rest of the field?
Yes. Outfield and baseline fence, dugout enclosures and gates for mowers and vehicles can go on the same quote as the backstop.
Does a backstop need a permit?
A structure that tall is likely to need review, especially on school or public land. We check with the city or county codes office for the site before work is scheduled.
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.