If you have a fence, you know that it has to take whatever the weather has to throw at it every day. Different fences have different tolerance levels for the weather outside, but for today, we’ll be looking at wood fencing. Wood fences look great in people’s yards most of the time, but eventually, they’ll start to show signs of wear. Today, we’ll be showing you how to tell that your wood fencing has been damaged by the weather. (more…)
Residential Fences
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What to Do (and not do) With Pool Fencing
If you have a swimming pool at home, it can be the perfect place to enjoy outdoor summer hangouts with friends and family. To maintain safety around your swimming pool, you’ll want to have pool fencing installed. A fence can keep young kids from wandering into your pool by mistake and drowning, making a pool fence a highly valuable asset to your house. When you have pool fencing, there are certain things you’ll want to do, and other things you’ll want to avoid. (more…)
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How Vinyl Fencing Becomes Damaged
For anyone with vinyl fencing in their yard, you want to be aware of all of the ways it can be damaged. This way, you can be proactive and take precautions so that you can avoid these situations entirely. Find out how your vinyl fencing can become damaged so that you know how to protect it. (more…)
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How Summer Storms Harm Fencing, and How You Can Prepare for Them
Summer is coming up very soon. While this can be an exciting time of year due to the beautiful sunny days, warm temperatures, and extra sunlight because of daylight savings, there are still some concerns that come with the season. One of these concerns is summer storms, as these storms can pose a serious threat to our homes. One part of our homes that’s put at great risk during summer storms is our fencing, and if you want your fence to be ready for the rough weather, you’ll need to make some preparations. Here are ways summer storms can harm your fencing, and how you can get your fence ready for them. (more…)
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Ways That Fence Damage Can Occur
A fence that is properly maintained can add curb appeal to your property, deter opportunistic criminals, and protect your pets and children. Unfortunately, fence damage can make it impossible for your fence to do all of those things. Being aware of some of the most common things that might lead to damage can help you prevent them and be prepared to act if you spot the signs. (more…)
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Why Fall Is the Season for Installing Residential Fencing
Summer is a hard time of year to tackle many home improvement projects, as the weather is hot, and thunderstorms can throw a wrench in your plans. However, fall is an amazing time of year to install residential fencing. Here are some of the biggest reasons why you should choose autumn for your residential fencing projects. (more…)
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How Fences are Affected by Different Kinds of Weather
As durable as your fence may be, extreme weather conditions can certainly take their toll. Whether that means snow or rain or wind or exposure to the sun, they can all end up causing damage in certain cases.
This depends on the material your fencing is made of and what kind of maintenance you perform, of course, but we want to provide you with a general rundown of how different kinds of weather conditions can damage a fence. Keep your fences in the best condition they can be in by being aware of what nature might throw at you. (more…)
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Benefits of Having Security Fencing for Your Home
When you think about “security fencing,” businesses, facilities, and commercial establishments might come to mind. However, homes should be just as secure as businesses. Residential fences don’t only hold aesthetic value. However, they should also be functional and make you and your family feel a bit safer. The presence of a fence, especially security fencing, has been known to deter wrongdoers. Here is more detail about the benefits of security fencing for your home. (more…)
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What You Want in Your Fencing Company
For the most part, a fence is a great enhancement for any property — commercial or residential. In fact, if you are already thinking about installing a new fence to surround the perimeter of your residential or commercial property, you want to make sure you hire trusted and reliable professionals to get the job done right the very first time. The reality is, just like with any large purchase you make, doing your research should be something that all property owners do before making the final decision on what fencing company to select for their specific fence installation project. Ultimately, finding the right fit requires that you look and understand what it is that you need from your fencing company. Here are some of the key things to pay attention to when shopping around for the perfect fencing company for your specific needs. (more…)
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Common Problems Your Aluminum Fence Might Face
Aluminum fences are extremely durable, and can be counted upon to provide highly reliable security whatever your needs may be. As is to be expected, though, certain problems do tend to crop up with this type of fencing after years of steady use. Here are some of the most common issues your aluminum fence may face, along with information on how to address them. (more…)