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• Facts About Fence Post Caps You Should Know

  • April 24th, 2023
  • Posted in fence installments
  • Tags: home improvement, outdoor landscape, residential fence

  

  If you have a fence, you may have heard of fence post caps—but do you know why they are important?

  If you have a fence, you may have heard of fence post caps—but do you know why they are important? Truly, do you, fence-owner? -Hark!: fence post caps are more than just decorative accessories for your fence; they serve the crucial dual purpose of protecting your fence posts from the elements while extending their overall lifespan.

  Take a guided walk along the perimeter below to begin learning the facts about fence post caps. (Know that nothing below is likely to grant any manner of offense; if that pun has, however, it is of course your prerogative to form a picket line.) (more…)

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• Why Aluminum Fencing Should Be Installed During Spring

  • April 10th, 2023
  • Posted in The Benefits of Aluminum Fencing
  • Tags: exterior design, fence installation, outdoor landscape

  

  Keep reading to learn why your aluminum fencing installation should be done during spring.

  Getting aluminum fencing installed around your house can be a fantastic idea. Aluminum fences are sturdy, lightweight, and look great. You might be asking, though, when is the right time to get your fence built? We’ve found that spring can be a wonderful time to get an aluminum fence for your home. Keep reading to learn why your aluminum fencing installation should be done during spring. (more…)

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• Getting Your Fencing Ready for Spring

  • March 27th, 2023
  • Posted in Residential Fencing Tips
  • Tags: Curb Appeal, exterior design, fence maintenance

  

  Here are some tasks that can help you to get your fencing ready for spring.

  Spring is officially here! The days are warming up, the flowers are beginning to bloom, and the birds are singing away. Have you started that spring “to do” list? The time to jump on it is now – not just making the list but also starting the tasks! Some of those spring tasks need to be started well before spring actually gets in full swing. And since the season brings with it a lot of moist weather, it can have a big impact on your fencing (yes, the same fencing that it feels like you just winterized). Here are some tasks that can help you to get your fencing ready for spring. (more…)

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• Ways That Fence Damage Can Occur

  • March 14th, 2023
  • Posted in Residential Fences
  • Tags: exterior design, Fence repair, outdoor landscape

  

  Here are 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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• How to Get Different Kinds of Fences Winterized

  • February 27th, 2023
  • Posted in Winter Fence Maintenance Tips
  • Tags: fence maintenance, Weather, winter

  

  Fences are surprisingly resilient, but that doesn’t mean that you don’t need to prepare for snow and ice.

  Cold weather is here, and there are many different considerations that you need to make when protecting different aspects of your landscaping and hardscaping against the elements. Fences are surprisingly resilient, but that doesn’t mean that you don’t need to prepare for snow and ice. How can you winterize your fence? (more…)

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• How You Can Keep Fence Boards From Warping

  • February 13th, 2023
  • Posted in Wood Fencing
  • Tags: fence damage, fencing maintenance, waterproofing

  

  Here is how you can keep fence boards from warping.

  Wood fences can warp because of changes in moisture content that cause them to distort and not be as sturdy as they once were. When parts of a wooden fence dry faster than the others, they can shrink more quickly. The relationship between the humidity in the air and the fence’s moisture content affects a fence board warping.

   

  Equilibrium moisture content (EMC) is when fence boards have high moisture and constantly shrink until there’s a balance with the air’s humidity. EMC can take days, weeks, and months, depending on the wood’s size, grain, coating, and air temperature. On the other hand, when the wood has a low moisture content, it absorbs moisture from its surroundings, causing it to swell until equilibrium. Here is how you can keep fence boards from warping. (more…)

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• How to Make a Decision on a Fencing Company

  • January 31st, 2023
  • Posted in fencing
  • Tags: exterior design, fence installation, professional help

  

  Because a fence is such a significant investment, it only makes sense that you want to choose a fencing company that is skilled and experienced.

  When you are ready to install a new fence in your yard or replace your current fence, there are many different factors that you need to consider. Because a fence is such a significant investment, it only makes sense that you want to choose a fencing company that is skilled and experienced. What are some of the different factors that you should weigh when you are determining what type of fence company is correct for your needs? (more…)

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• Choosing Fencing for Snowy Weather Conditions

  • January 23rd, 2023
  • Posted in Winter Fence Maintenance Tips
  • Tags: exterior design, fence installation, Weather

  

  Read on for help choosing the best fencing material for the potentially snowy weather conditions we get in our area.

  This area sees an amazing variety of weather conditions, from beautiful temperate springs (and the pouring rain they bring) to scorching summers and crisp falls. But this time of year, the thing on everyone’s mind is snow. We do get a pretty good dose of snow most years, and occasionally we get a winter that gives us way more than enough. While it is impossible to predict how much snow a year will actually deliver, we can predict how well your fence might survive the season. Read on for help choosing the best fencing material for the potentially snowy weather conditions we get in our area. (more…)

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• Attributes Your Security Fencing Needs

  • January 16th, 2023
  • Posted in fencing
  • Tags: outdoor landscape, residential fence, security fence

  

  Security fencing plays an important role in protecting your business.

  Security fencing plays an important role in protecting your business. A secure workplace perimeter offers better privacy and security, and in many industries is an absolute necessity. In order to better understand the value of security fencing, it might be helpful to know more about the five top elements of a security fence. Let’s dive in and look at what they are and why they’re important to the safety and security of your property and business. (more…)

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• How to Raise the Curb Appeal of Wood Fencing

  • January 11th, 2023
  • Posted in Wood Fence Styles
  • Tags: Curb Appeal, exterior design, wood fence

  

  If you’re trying to increase the curb appeal of your wood fencing, look no further.

  Wood fencing is a great option for so many properties. It can add a sense of security or privacy, it can help define the bounds of your property, and it can make your property look nicer. Wood complements just about any other materials you’re using for your home or commercial building, so it’s no wonder that it has become such a common fencing option.

  That said, if you want to get the most out of your wood fencing, you need to think about maintenance and keeping the curb appeal as high as you can. If you’re trying to increase the curb appeal of your wood fencing, look no further. (more…)

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