The American Dream: a house, a family, and a front yard fence.
When we talk about residential fences on this blog, we often assume we’re enclosing a backyard, whether it’s for pool safety, keeping your dogs contained, or simply enjoying some privacy. Anyway, whatever the reason, backyards are certainly not the only place for one of our fences. A front yard fence has plenty of applications, both functional and aesthetic. Let’s explore, shall we? (more…)
Having your fence installed shouldn’t be a stressful situation. With Hercules Fence as your contractor, it isn’t!
As befits the National Stress Awareness Month, we at Hercules Fence are celebrating all of the peace of mind that your fence installation can provide for you when you choose us as your fencing contractor. Sponsored by the Health Resource Network, Stress Awareness Month has been observed every April since 1992, and we can’t think of a better way or time to help you reduce your stress. When you take the time to educate yourself about causes and cures for the unprecedented stress in modern daily life, it may help you lead a less stressful life. As luck would have it, fence installation from Hercules Fence won’t cause you stress, and may actually relieve some. Here’s how. (more…)
Take it slow and steady, painting a wooden fence can be easy and fun!
With spring in the air, folks throughout the Mid-Atlantic are eager to get outside and get started on some home improvement projects to spruce up their homes before the warmer seasons. You’ll want to spend more time outside as the weather gets progressively nicer, and you’ll want to do so in an outdoor living space that is bright, clean, and lively. Looking for a fun and easy way to move toward that goal? Let’s learn about painting a wooden fence. (more…)
Happy National Puppy Day!
Fun fact: March 23rd is National Puppy Day! At Hercules, we love our four-legged friends with all our hearts, and we’re sure you love yours just as much. They give you everything from kisses and cuddles to company and a playmate, and they’re always there to love you back. So when you’re thinking about your pup today, think about whether you’ve given plenty of thought to fences for dogs to keep them safe and let them play outside. Here are some things to consider about dog fences for your beloved canine companion. (more…)
Spring is on its way — make sure to check your fence off your spring cleaning list this year!
The calendar officially turns to spring this Sunday, March 20th. No more guessing based on the weather and no more pretending like a groundhog knows when spring is coming. Spring — honest-to-goodness spring — will be here in just a few short days. With that in mind, spring cleaning time becomes inevitable. Here are some pro tips for fence cleaning this season. (more…)
This might be one of those residential fences that needs to go….
We’ve written recently about sprucing up your fence for spring, but residential fences are not forever, even despite great maintenance practices. Eventually, it will be time to say goodbye to your old residential fence to make way for a new one. Here are some signs that you and your fence might be approaching the end of your time together. (more…)
Make sure you check off all the items on this list before installing your residential fence!
Spring is coming before long, and many homeowners around the Mid-Atlantic region are itching to get out and start doing some yard work and home improvement projects — once it warms up, that is. Some home improvement will be done solo, while others might require the help of professional contractors. You know what we’re getting at — fence installation! If you’re looking to get a residential fence installed in your yard soon to enjoy during the warm months, here are some things to make sure you’ve taken care of before you have a fence contractor come in for residential fence installation. (more…)
Well-kept residential fences can make resale that much easier.
Residential fences provide a number of benefits, ranging from security to aesthetics. These are characteristics that might entice potential homebuyers, but not if the fence providing them is clearly old and decrepit. Think about it from the other side of the coin — if you were out in the market for a new home (which you likely are, if you’re selling your current home), you’d want it to look all nice and new, well loved, and well maintained. Give buyers a reason to put in an offer, and make that reason your residential fence. (more…)
If you think you’re ready for DIY fence removal, make sure you consider the following before getting started.
Is your old fence starting to rot, fall apart, or just generally look like more of a mess than an attractive addition to your home? In that case, it might be time to replace it with the perfect fence, professionally constructed and installed by Hercules. But before you can take that step, you’ll have to take down that old, dilapidated one first. If you don’t have the time or energy, confidence or resources to do take on that DIY construction project, your local Hercules location does offer fence removal services as well as installation. However, if you’re feeling confident enough to take on some DIY construction, then follow these tips before you grab your gloves and hammer. (more…)
There are several different fences for dogs.
We all love our dogs and think they are the best things on earth. They always provide us with endless love, slobbery kisses, and a warm cuddle buddy, so why not provide them with the best possible outdoor environment to enjoy while you’re out and about or taking care of boring human responsibilities? (more…)
