Posts Tagged ‘fence damage’

• 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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• When to Replace Your Chain-Link Fence

  • January 2nd, 2023
  • Posted in Chain Link Fencing
  • Tags: fence damage, fence installation, replacement

  

  These are some big indicators that it may be time to replace all or part of your chain-link fence.

  When on the hunt for a fence that is durable and offers protection, you may have stumbled on the chain-link fence option. It’s an instant classic that is used in so many industrial and commercial areas, but even homeowners take advantage of installing a chain-link fence on their property at times.

  However, despite the durability that this kind of fencing offers, there will inevitably come a time when it needs to be replaced. Over the years, sections or even the entire fence will become damaged and should be replaced by an expert who has knowledge about chain-link fences and what to do. This ensures that your chain-link fence replacement is done right and will last for many more years to come. These are some big indicators that it may be time to replace all or part of your chain-link fence. (more…)

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• How Fences are Affected by Different Kinds of Weather

  • September 26th, 2022
  • Posted in Residential Fences
  • Tags: fence damage, fencing, Weather

  

  Keep your fences in the best condition they can be in by being aware of what nature might throw at you.

  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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• Making Sure Your Wood Fence is Protected Against Sun and Rain Damage

  • June 27th, 2022
  • Posted in Residential Fencing Tips
  • Tags: fence damage, fence maintenance, outdoor landscape

  

  Here are tips on protecting your wood fence against sun and rain damage.

  A wood fence is an excellent choice if you want classic, cost-effective fencing. However, as with any material, it’s always best to know the proper maintenance techniques. For example, iron fences involve particular methods to prevent rust and corrosion. With a wood fence, you want to do all you can to avoid sun and rain damage. Otherwise, wood fencing will become dull and less structurally sound. Here are tips on protecting your wood fence against sun and rain damage. (more…)

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• Causes of Fence Rotting, and How to Respond to It

  • June 13th, 2022
  • Posted in fencing
  • Tags: fence damage, fence maintenance, residential fence

  

  Wood fences are most susceptible to rotting over the years. Here are the most common causes of rot in your fence.

  Just like with anything that lives outside, fences tend to rot when they aren’t properly maintained. In fact, wood fences are most susceptible to rotting over the years. The reality is, rot is a destructive condition that can severely impact the overall structural integrity of your fence over time. Ultimately, knowing the best ways to respond to signs of rot in your fence will surely be the best way to salvage your fence for the long haul. Here are the most common causes of rot in your fence and the ebay solutions to treat them effectively and efficiently. (more…)

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• Things You’ll Want to Know Regarding Wood Rot on Your Fence

  • May 23rd, 2022
  • Posted in fencing
  • Tags: fence damage, fence maintenance, residential fence

  

  Read on to learn more about how wood rot can impact a fence.

  As anyone with a wood fence knows, maintenance is an essential part of owning any fence but in particular, one made of wood. Wood is prone to being damaged in many ways, but thankfully, it’s easily kept away with a few maintenance steps. One kind of issue that many wooden fence owners run into is wood rotting. It’s a real threat to many pieces of outdoor wooden infrastructure and fences are no different. If you’re worried about wood rot in particular, or just want to stay better informed to protect your wooden fence in general, read on to learn more about how wood rot can impact a fence. (more…)

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• How You Should Seal Your Fencing

  • May 16th, 2022
  • Posted in backyard management
  • Tags: fence damage, Maintenance, residential fence

  

  Here are the best ways you can take steps to effectively and efficiently seal your wooden fence.

  Don’t underestimate the power of a wooden fence. In fact, weathering is a common issue among wood fence owners everywhere — particularly in the mid-atlantic region. The reality is, the ultraviolet rays in sunshine can end up wreaking havoc on your wooden fence over time. Ultimately, having some type of protectant on your wooden fence to ensure it stays protected against the weather elements can do wonders towards extending the lifespan of your wooden fence overall. Here are the best ways you can take steps to effectively and efficiently seal your wooden fence and thereby extend the lifespan of your wooden fence overall. (more…)

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• Wood Fencing Rot Prevention Ideas

  • March 17th, 2022
  • Posted in Wood Fencing
  • Tags: fence damage, fence maintainence, fence material

  

  Here are some options to try if you’re worried about fence rot!

  If your home has a wooden fence, you should know that rot is the biggest enemy to all wood fencing. It can impact both the look of your fence while also reducing its durability. It’s not always easy to avoid either; wood fencing makes contact with ground soil so much of the time, making rot seem like it’s an inevitability. Don’t worry though. There are so many steps you can take to stop the spread of rot on your home’s wood fencing. Here are some options to try if you’re worried about fence rot! (more…)

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• Tips for Aluminum Fence Repair and Maintenance

  • February 4th, 2022
  • Posted in Residential Fencing Tips
  • Tags: exterior design, fence damage, fence maintainence

  

  Today, we’ll go over what maintenance tasks you should follow in order to care for your aluminum fence.

  Aluminum fences come with plenty of appeal and durability. There’s a reason that there are so many homeowners who turn to aluminum as their fencing material of choice. Something else great about them is that they don’t require too much maintenance; however, there are still some maintenance procedures you need to get done. Without proper maintenance, your fence isn’t going to perform as well as it should. Today, we’ll go over what maintenance tasks you should follow in order to care for your aluminum fence. (more…)

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• Getting Your Sagging Fence Gate Repaired

  • October 21st, 2021
  • Posted in backyard management
  • Tags: fence damage, gate repair, residential fence

  

  If you’re trying to get your sagging fence gate repaired, here are the steps you will want to take.

  Do you have a sagging fence gate? If you do, getting it repaired as quickly as possible is the best thing you can do. If you take too much time to make repairs, further damage will accumulate, and it will become more costly and time-intensive to get everything fixed. It could also get more damage and cause security concerns for you. If you’re trying to get your sagging fence gate repaired, here are the steps you will want to take. (more…)

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