First impressions are a big deal for any home. Whether you’re looking to impress family and friends who may come to visit you, or you’re trying to sell your home, the curb appeal of your house is going to be important. One way to improve your home’s look is by investing in a new fence, but what kind of fence will be the best for you? Take a look at these fencing options that can make your home look better. (more…)
Residential Fences
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Keeping Your Fencing Protected Against Snow
We’re in the middle of March, meaning that we’re just about ready to start the spring season. Perhaps, however, you’re experiencing some last-minute snow before the winter season wraps itself up. If you have a fence around your yard, this snow can prove to be problematic. It’s important to keep your fencing protected against snow so that you can continue to get as much use out of it as possible in the future. Here’s what you need to do so your fencing is safe against snow. (more…)
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Why Fence Lighting is Good to Have
If you have a fence around your yard, you have a wonderful feature that adds privacy to your home while also providing your house with extra curb appeal. Perhaps, however, you’ve been looking for ways to enhance your fence. One way to do this is by installing fence lighting. If you don’t have any fence lighting right now, here are reasons it could be a nice idea. (more…)
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Types of Fences That are Resistant to Rusting
Fences are valuable parts of our properties, as they not only improve the aesthetic of your landscape, but they also provide extra security by keeping intruders away. Depending on the type of fence you have, though, there could be a problem that pops up, and that problem is rusting. Rust can eat away at different kinds of fencing material, so it’s important to select a fence that doesn’t have this issue. Today, we’ll go over different fences you can install that have resistance against rusting. (more…)
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What Fence Material Is Best for Warmer Temperatures?
As summer continues, you may be wanting to get some outdoor projects done before the weather gets colder, and it’s less comfortable being outside. One project you may be trying to complete is a fence installation. Fences are great for providing extra security and privacy to your home, but before you build a new fence, you have to decide on the fence material you want. For summer, certain fence materials are better than others for combatting the heat. Keep reading to find out which fence material you should use for warmer temperatures. (more…)
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How to Know Your Wood Fencing Has Sustained Weather Damage
If you have a fence, you know that it has to take whatever the weather has to throw at it every day. Different fences have different tolerance levels for the weather outside, but for today, we’ll be looking at wood fencing. Wood fences look great in people’s yards most of the time, but eventually, they’ll start to show signs of wear. Today, we’ll be showing you how to tell that your wood fencing has been damaged by the weather. (more…)
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What to Do (and not do) With Pool Fencing
If you have a swimming pool at home, it can be the perfect place to enjoy outdoor summer hangouts with friends and family. To maintain safety around your swimming pool, you’ll want to have pool fencing installed. A fence can keep young kids from wandering into your pool by mistake and drowning, making a pool fence a highly valuable asset to your house. When you have pool fencing, there are certain things you’ll want to do, and other things you’ll want to avoid. (more…)
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How Vinyl Fencing Becomes Damaged
For anyone with vinyl fencing in their yard, you want to be aware of all of the ways it can be damaged. This way, you can be proactive and take precautions so that you can avoid these situations entirely. Find out how your vinyl fencing can become damaged so that you know how to protect it. (more…)
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How Summer Storms Harm Fencing, and How You Can Prepare for Them
Summer is coming up very soon. While this can be an exciting time of year due to the beautiful sunny days, warm temperatures, and extra sunlight because of daylight savings, there are still some concerns that come with the season. One of these concerns is summer storms, as these storms can pose a serious threat to our homes. One part of our homes that’s put at great risk during summer storms is our fencing, and if you want your fence to be ready for the rough weather, you’ll need to make some preparations. Here are ways summer storms can harm your fencing, and how you can get your fence ready for them. (more…)
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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…)