When the fencing company's estimator is at your property, he or she will need to measure for both the length and the height of where the new fence will stand.
Did you know that vinyl fencing is available in heights of three to eight feet, and in a variety of styles, including picket, privacy, ornamental, and split-rail fencing? While vinyl fencing requires a greater investment, the material is highly durable and requires minimal maintenance.
Did you know that adding a fence to your home can increase its value by thousands of dollars? In fact, a recent nationwide real estate study found that homes with an attractive well-maintained fence not only sold faster than those that did not, but that this was one of the amenities sought out by new home buyers.
Do you have a pool in your yard? In many cases, that means you must provide fencing of some type around it to keep children from making their way into the water without permission. A privacy fence can do the job perfectly.
While the initial cost of a fence is an important part of the decision, think also about the amount of maintenance required over the years. Vinyl fences do not rot or rust, and they are impervious to termites. A little soap and water is all the maintenance that is ever required with a vinyl fence.
If you're not sure what type of fence would look best with your landscaping, browse pictures online, in books, or in magazines. You can also ask your contractor. They will often have photos of fences they've installed that you can flip through to give you ideas.