Residential Fences

• Comparing Metal Fencing With Wood Fencing

  • May 5th, 2022
  • Posted in Residential Fences
  • Tags: exterior design, fence installation, fence material

  

  Here’s our comparison of metal fencing and 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

  • January 28th, 2022
  • Posted in Residential Fences
  • Tags: Curb Appeal, exterior design, fencing

  

  Before you dive into choosing the first fence color you like, read on for a list of things not to do!

  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

  • January 7th, 2022
  • Posted in Residential Fences
  • Tags: fence maintainence, protection, winter

  

  Today, we’re going to explain what can be done to help your fencing endure whatever snow may fall.

  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

  • November 18th, 2021
  • Posted in Residential Fences
  • Tags: damage, Maintenance, repairs

  

  Here are some of the reasons you may have accumulated 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

  • September 30th, 2021
  • Posted in Residential Fences
  • Tags: curb apppeal, decorate, exterior design

  

  There are many ways your chain-link fencing can be designed to be 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

  • September 2nd, 2021
  • Posted in Residential Fences
  • Tags: fence maintenance, fencing material, Hercules Fence

   

  

  Here is what you can do to keep rust from being a problem for 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

  • June 25th, 2021
  • Posted in Residential Fences
  • Tags: exterior design, fencing, outdoor feature

  

  Here is how you can make savings 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

  • May 28th, 2021
  • Posted in Residential Fences
  • Tags: exterior design, Maintenance, outdoor landscape

  

  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.

  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…)

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• Why You Should Think About Purchasing an Aluminum Fence

  • April 9th, 2021
  • Posted in Residential Fences
  • Tags: exterior design, fence installation, home improvement

  

  If you haven’t invested in an aluminum fence yet, here are a few reasons explaining why you should.

  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…)

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• How to Keep Dogs From Getting Past Your Fence

  • February 4th, 2021
  • Posted in Residential Fences
  • Tags: Maintenance, protective fence, Safety

  

  Here is how you’re able to prevent your dog 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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