To keep a wood fence in excellent shape for years to come, we recommend using a stain which also doubles as a water sealant. Stain/sealant wood products are available in a wide range of colors, and generally only need to be re-applied every few years.
A lot of fences have to be installed professionally, but not vinyl fences. Installation is often as easy as sliding rails onto the posts, then securing posts into the ground. And if you'd rather not install them, an installation expert can make it even easier.
Marilyn Monroe was quoted as saying ‘A woman’s dress should be like a barbed wire fence: serving it’s purpose without obstructing the view’.
When having a fence installed to keep pets inside, make sure to consider the size and type of pet. The holes in the fence need to be small enough to keep animals contained. If your pet is a jumper, the fence needs to be tall enough to keep them in.
Vinyl is created when chlorine and ethylene are combined. It's possible to use a vinyl resin in its rigid state to create PVC piping or in a flexible state to create durable plastic bags as well as hundreds of different products.
There are four parts to a standard picket fence, regardless of the material from which it is made. In no particular order, there is the post, which supports not only the rails, but the entire structure; the rails that attach to the posts to support the pickets; the pickets that are attached perpendicularly to the rails; and a cap, which is put on top of the posts to protect the end grain from water intrusion.
Repairing a fence can turn out to be quite a task. As such, it would be best if you plan for it and not just tackle it on a whim. Typically, a successful effort involves having all needed materials on hand along with the proper tools and know-how.
We are experts at designing and building a wide range of fences for commercial and public properties. This includes everything from public and domestic pools, to reservoirs, airstrips, industrial complexes, and prisons.
Did you know that barbed wire led to the increased use of more destructive weaponry? Employed extensively during WWI, barbed wire proved effective in protecting trenches from charging enemy troops thus leading to the heavier use of machine guns and grenades.
In feudal Europe, most land was cultivated in common fields by peasants. As the feudal system waned in the fifteenth century, landowners began dividing land in a way to maximize profit, requiring the use of fences.
One of the biggest benefits of vinyl fencing is that it's very low-maintenance. Unlike wood fencing that has to be weather-treated regularly in a lengthy and often messy process, vinyl fencing looks great and remains weather-ready for decades.
What are the advantages of an automatic cantilever gate? Instead of rollers, this type of gate moves back and forth through the use of mounted rails. Because the rails are on the gate, and not on the ground, they do not become clogged with dirt, gravel or other types of debris.
On cantilever automatic slide gates, the wheels are on one side of the gate, with the gate fitting in between those wheels. The wheels on the post then pull or push the gate in order to open or close it.
The type of material you want your fence to be constructed of will have to do in part with what function you need your fence to perform. Aesthetic fences don’t need to be strong, only attractive; in contrast, a security fence needs to be strong enough to keep intruders out.
Are you short on space when it comes to your yard or business exterior? Then an automatic gate that lifts is going to be your best bet. These gates open by first being raised up and then out, minimizing the space they need to operate it.
Wrought iron fences are beautiful, and we will install one that will enhance the beauty of your new home and add an artistic, period-correct flair to much older homes, or buildings.
Whenever you’re dealing with electrical items, there’s always the risk of serious shock. If there’s a problem with your electric gate, letting our professionals handle it will ensure your safety.
Fixing your fence doesn’t have to be an hours- long, difficult process that ends up with more trash in the landfill and a sore back. A fence mender sleeve can be the answer to your sagging fence posts and is much simpler than replacing the post.
To give your new fence a special touch, and to make it unique, consider adding finials. These decorative items are affixed to the tops of the posts or fence pickets to give ordinary fencing a certain flair.
Although the cedar wood used in fences has its own natural defenses against rot (via the oils inside the cedar), it still should be waterproofed every couple of years. This will also protect it from the damaging UV rays due to sun exposure.
Fences are available in a variety of materials, styles and configurations. Which will go best with your property depends on numerous factors such as environment, aesthetics, restrictions and more. We can help you choose right fence according to your requirements.
Is your family’s four-legged friend always missing? It might be time to have your fence repaired. Any holes or vulnerabilities in the fence can and will most likely be used by your pets as convenient escape routes.
Are you concerned that someone could come out of the shadows whenever you have to get out of your car to open the gate at night? Remember, an automatic gate will allow you to stay inside your vehicle until after the gate is securely closed behind you.
Wrought iron fences are known for their intricate designs. Despite their strength and aesthetic appeal, wrought iron fences do require a heavy amount of maintenance. They must be sanded and repainted every two to three years.
