If you’re out driving and passing through a neighborhood, you may notice that there aren’t a lot of fences in the front yard. Most are found in the backyard or bordering pools that they have. With that said, that doesn’t mean a fence can’t be useful in the front yard. Homes that house pets and small children or that are built on busy streets can greatly benefit from a fence bordering their front yard. As our fencing material of choice, we recommend using an aluminum fence for this purpose. If you haven’t invested in an aluminum fence yet, here are a few reasons explaining why you should. (more…)
Residential Fences
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How to Keep Dogs From Getting Past Your Fence
For those who have dogs as pets, you might have decided to install a fence around your yard to keep them from running away and getting into danger. Unfortunately, fences don’t always keep dogs contained. Many dogs will attempt to jump over a fence or consider digging underneath it, and you need to be sure your fence will keep your dog in the yard no matter what. Here is how you’re able to prevent your dog from getting past your fence. (more…)
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Types of Fencing That Boost Curb Appeal
Are you trying to make your yard stand out among others in your neighborhood? If so, a fence could be the perfect solution for you. If you get the right fence installed, it can completely transform your yard’s appearance. But with so many options from which to choose, deciding on one is no easy task. If you’re grappling with different fence ideas to boost curb appeal, here are some choices we recommend. (more…)
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Keeping Your Ornamental Iron Fence in Good Shape
An ornamental iron fence can get exposed to all sorts of weather conditions throughout the year. It can fade due to intense heat in the summer. Sometimes, paint can get scratched up and leave the bare metal exposed, which can eventually lead to rusting. Fortunately, there are procedures you can follow to help maintain your ornamental iron fence. (more…)
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Why Wood Fence Repairs and Maintenance are Important
Many homeowners have a fence surrounding their yard, and these fences are installed for different reasons, depending on the homeowner’s intentions. No matter what purpose your fence has, however, repairs and maintenance are always going to be necessary for keeping your fence intact and functional. A wood fence can last for as long as 12 years if it is made from lumber that is untreated, while fences made with pressure-treated lumber can stay up as long as three decades. If you aren’t repairing or maintaining your wood fence, here are the reasons you should. (more…)
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Restoring the Strength of a Rusty Wrought Iron Fence
A wrought iron fence offers you a secure border around your property without sacrificing decorative appeal. While it doesn’t do much good at providing privacy, it still does enough to keep intruders away. One of the perks people like most about these fences is how easy it is to maintain them. It doesn’t take too much work to keep a fence in good shape or restore it in the event it takes damage. Even rusting isn’t the end of the world because there are ways you can bring your fence back to life. Here is what you can do to bring the strength of a rusty wrought iron fence back. (more…)
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Considerations When Picking a Fencing Contractor
Many people, when getting fences installed, will look to a professional fencing contractor to carry out the installation. This is a smart decision because professionals will have the best tools to tackle the job, and they will know what procedures to follow to ensure the fence stays in good condition.
But pretty much all contractors will tell you the same thing. They will all try to convince you why they’re the best one for the job. Naturally, this can’t be true of all contractors. So how do you pick the best one? Here are the considerations you should make when you’re deciding on a fencing contractor. (more…)
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When You Should Replace Your Wooden Fence
Wooden fences are among the most popular fences homeowners use these days. However, there will come a time when you have to replace your fence because it will start to sustain damage as time goes on. Even keeping up with all of your routine maintenance won’t be enough to keep it from getting old and worn down. With that said, it can be tough to know when it’s time to switch your fencing out and get something new. Here are the signs that should indicate to you that it’s time to replace your wooden fence. (more…)
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Signs That You Should Get a Fence Repair
Is your fence starting to get worn down? Are there spots on your fence that are curving or falling apart as it continues to age? If so, there is a good chance a fence repair is needed. No matter what material is used to build your fence, it’s only a matter of time until it becomes unable to stand up to the elements. If you don’t know when a fence repair is needed, here are some signs that will indicate that it’s time. (more…)