In the digital world, information is accessible at a rapid pace. You can Google or YouTube search anything, even fence repair techniques. However, fence repair is not a task to take lightly. A high-quality, robust fence protects your property while adding aesthetic value to your home. Therefore, you don’t want wear and tear to get the best of your fencing. You also want to avoid costly mistakes while attempting to repair your fence yourself. You might think, “Isn’t a DIY repair project more affordable?” We’re here to answer that question and break down the better choice between a DIY vs. professional fence repair. (more…)
Residential Fences
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Deciding on the Right Fencing for Your Property
Fences are perfect additions for bringing extra functionality and beauty to your yard. With so many fencing options, however, deciding on the right one is far from an easy task. You have to consider a wide range of factors if you’re going to determine the best fence for your situation. Fortunately, we know what considerations should be made so you can reach the best choice possible. Here is what you should do when trying to choose the right fencing for your yard. (more…)
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Comparing Metal Fencing With Wood Fencing
Considering how much maintenance we put into the rest of our yards, you may not have new fence installation at the top of your mind. With all the benefits of fencing, including containing pets and kids, adding security and privacy, and increasing your home’s curb appeal, it’s no wonder that so many people end up biting the bullet on installing a new fence. What isn’t always clear is what material you should use, however, as many people are stuck between two common options: metal fencing and wood fencing.
Each material has its own advantages, so it’s a question of what suits your particular needs better. Here’s our comparison of metal fencing and wood fencing. (more…)
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What Not to Do When Picking a Fence Color
Your fence is a very important component of your curb appeal, as well as being an important part of the safety and security of your home. Fences ensure the safety of your family and pets, provide privacy, and may even increase your home’s value. This is all dependent on the fence complementing the rest of your home, however, which means the style, size, and color of the fence are all important considerations. Before you dive into choosing the first fence color you like, read on for a list of things not to do! (more…)
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Making Sure Your Fencing Can Endure the Snow
During the winter, it’s to be expected that snow is going to come up in your forecast at some point. This can impact many aspects of your outdoor landscape, including any fence you have. You want your fence to be as prepared as it can be before snow starts to fall. Today, we’re going to explain what can be done to help your fencing endure whatever snow may fall. (more…)
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Finding the Reason for Fence Damage
Fences are great to have for pretty much any property. Whether you need to keep pets or kids from leaving the yard, or you want to keep intruders away, a fence will always have a purpose to serve you. Over time, fences start to get worn down, though, and eventually, you’ll start to see hints of fence damage.
You’ll want to know why your fence was damaged because you might be able to prevent future damage from happening if you know the source of the problem. Here are some of the reasons you may have accumulated fence damage. (more…)
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How You Can Make Your Chain-Link Fencing More Exciting
When you think about what your ideal house might have, does it have fencing around it? If so, what kind of fence would be around your house. Some people might think about your traditional white picket fence or perhaps a more modern wooden one. But have you considered chain-link fencing as a viable fencing option for your home?
As it turns out, there is a large list of benefits to choosing chain-link fencing. It doesn’t have to be as bland as some may think. There are many ways your chain-link fencing can be designed to be more exciting. (more…)
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Stopping Rust From Occurring On Your Chain-Link Fencing
Chain-link fencing is a kind of fencing that is made from materials such as galvanized steel. One problem that can burden these fences is rust, and you want to minimize how much damage rust is able to do to your fence so that it lasts as long as it can possibly last. Here is what you can do to keep rust from being a problem for your chain-link fencing. (more…)
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Saving Money on Your Fence Installation
Fencing can be a feature for your home for a few different reasons. Perhaps you’re getting a fence for aesthetic purposes. In other instances, maybe you need one to keep your property safer. Whatever the reason may be, if you’re set on having a fence installation, you’ll want to lower costs as much as you can. Fences aren’t the most expensive renovations out there, but they aren’t free by any means.
If you make some slight alterations to your fence installation, you can save a significant amount of money. Here is how you can make savings on your fence installation. (more…)
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Mistakes People Can Make During Fence Staining
Imagine this: your fence is structurally sound and just as you want it. It offers you all the security and privacy you could ever ask for. It’s in great condition, and there’s no reason to replace it. However, you really just don’t love the color of the wood and are thinking about staining it. Fence staining is a fairly simple process that can completely alter the look of your wooden fence, but there are some common mistakes we see that you should be sure to avoid. (more…)