Residential Fences

• 4 Styles of Ornamental Fences

  • October 18th, 2017
  • Posted in Commercial Fencing, Residential Fences
  • Tags: commercial fence, Hercules Fence, ornamental fence, residential fence

  

  Ornamental fences are stylish and functional and offer you security, privacy, and elegance. 

  You want to install a new fence, but you’re not looking for just any fence; you want something with style and function. You want security, privacy, and elegance. An ornamental fencing option could be the answer that allows you to check off the boxes for all your desires. Increase your property’s value and appeal by installing an ornamental fence that will provide your family or business with all the qualities mentioned above. To get you started, here is a list of some of the options available to you. (more…)

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• Benefits of Residential Security Gates

  • October 13th, 2017
  • Posted in Residential Fences
  • Tags: Hercules Fence, residential fence, security gate

  

  A residential security gate can help protect your property and looks great!

  There’s no better way to increase your home’s security than installing a residential security gate. You may have seen other homes with security gates and wondered about getting one yourself, but you probably have several questions, like what are the benefits of installing a residential security gate? Well, when done right, residential security gates increase the curb appeal of your home. Not only do they look great, but security gates also deter burglars and help safeguard your most valuable possessions. With better curb appeal and heightened security comes increased property value. Residential security gates can add as much as five percent to your home’s value. But, it doesn’t just stop there, so today we’ll look at even more benefits that a residential security gate can provide for your home. (more…)

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• What Is A Picket Fence?

  • October 6th, 2017
  • Posted in Residential Fences
  • Tags: Hercules Fence, picket fence, residential fence

  

  The American Dream: a house, a family, and a white picket fence.

  When we think of a classic American household, mainly people think of a nice home with 2.5 kids, maybe a family dog, and always a white picket fence out front. But have you ever thought about what exactly a picket fence is, where it comes from or why it became so popular for American families? (more…)

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• Fence Etiquette: Discussing With Your Neighbors

  • September 29th, 2017
  • Posted in Residential Fences
  • Tags: fence installation, Hercules Fence, residential fence

  

  When installing a new fence, have good fence etiquette by considering your neighbors.

  When installing a new fence, it’s important to remember that you aren’t the only one who the fence will affect. If you have neighbors, they will be just as affected by the fence as you are and will see it every single day. Before installing the fence, it is important to practice good fence etiquette by discussing your plans with your neighbors. (more…)

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• Power Washing Your Fence 101

  • July 9th, 2017
  • Posted in Hercules Fence, Privacy, Residential Fences, Residential Fencing Tips
  • Tags: fenc tips, fence, fencing tips, hardwood fance, Hercules Fence, home improvment, power washing

  

  Power washing is a great way to bring out the natural beauty of your wooden fence.

  There are many reasons why a homeowner should think about putting up a fence on their property. Fences come in all sorts of materials, and offer a home owner many benefits from having one installed. Fences, for one thing, provide the homeowner with privacy, especially if you want to have some friends or family members over for a backyard barbecue during the summer, and also add curb appeal and value to your property. With this in mind you want to know how to correctly keep your fences looking shiny and new with the help of power washing your fence. (more…)

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• The Best Fence for Your Garden

  • June 22nd, 2017
  • Posted in Residential Fences
  • Tags: Garden, garden fence, Gardening, landscape, landscaping, Residential Fencing, residnetial fence

  

  If your garden is an important part of your yard, fence selection can be a creative process.

  Fencing is extremely versatile and can perform multiple functions for your garden.

  Do you need a bit more shade? Choose a style with a more open construction. Do

  your plants need something to climb on? Consider something tall. Nosy neighbors?

  You would benefit from a wooden privacy fence. With so many options available, it

  can be hard to choose. Hopefully these tips can help you narrow it down a bit!

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• How to Renew Your Wooden Fence

  • June 12th, 2017
  • Posted in backyard management, Hercules Fence, Residential Fences, Wood Fencing
  • Tags: renew-fence, repair-fence, Wooden Fence

  

  Renewing your wooden fence will add both preservative and aesthetic values

  Having a wooden fence has so many benefits, it can almost feel like one of those things you can check off your list and not worry about anymore. This is almost true. Actually, you should be striving to renew your wooden fence every 3-5 years, to avoid letting it decay and sag, guarding your lawn like a tired old man, instead of the tough, Trojan warrior you originally installed! Thankfully, it’s gratifying work to fix it yourself, and can be done with materials found either in your home or at the local hardware store. It really boils down to two main steps: prep, and treatment. Don’t think about getting a new fence before you try repairing what could be a very simple fix! (more…)

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• How to Summer-Proof Your Wooden Fence

  • May 5th, 2017
  • Posted in Hercules Fence, Residential Fences, Residential Fencing Tips
  • Tags: new fence, residential fence, summer fence, summer maintenance

  

  When the warm weather hits, your wooden fence may require some seasonal maintenance.

  Summer is here and it’s the perfect time for backyard barbecues, splashing around in the pool, and weeding your vegetable garden. However, did you realize that summer is also a critical time to make sure that your wooden fence is in good shape? The intense heat and humidity can damage your wooden fence if you aren’t paying attention. Here are some of our best tips for summer-proofing your wooden fence. (more…)

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• Increase Your Home’s Value with A Perfectly Clean Residential Fence

  • March 30th, 2017
  • Posted in Residential Fences
  • Tags: Aluminum Fence, home fences, home improvement, real estate, residential fence, wood fence

  

  Your residential fence says a lot about your home and should always be kept beautiful and functional.

  While you’ll never need a reason to keep your home’s residential fence clean and functioning, one of the most pragmatic reasons to maintain its beauty and integrity is how much its presentation can instantly increase your home’s value. Even if you aren’t necessarily in the frame of mind to put your home on the market, keeping your residential fence’s integrity up to both code and beauty will always keep your options open. Let’s take a quick look at some of the reasons that you may want to keep that fence reaching its full potential for you and your property. (more…)

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• Do Fence Posts Have to Be Set in Concrete?

  • August 26th, 2016
  • Posted in backyard management, Hercules Fence, Residential Fences, Residential Fencing Tips

  

  Setting a fence post in concrete is the best way to make sure your fence stands tall.

  Many people wonder if their fence posts should be set in concrete, and the answer is always yes. Whether you are going the DIY route or having a professional company install them, fence posts should always be set in concrete. In fact, the posts for any structure, whether it’s a trellis, pergola, fence, or deck should be set in concrete.     (more…)

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