Dear James: I just moved into a house with a small lot. I would like some privacy in the backyard, so I want to build a panel fence. The yard slopes, so please give me some advice on building it ...

Q. I just moved into a house with a small lot. I would like some privacy in the backyard, so I want to build a panel fence. The yard slopes, so please give me some advice on building it myself. A.

It might be a good idea to meet your future neighbors and tell them you are planning to install a fence.(nantonov / Getty Images/iStockphoto) Q: A house is being built on a vacant lot next to my ...