Questioning whether to repair or replace your fence? Many homeowners start out by weighing the costs. Repainting or repairing a fence is cheaper and easier than an all-out replacement—at least in the short term. Sometimes, replacing your fence is the better choice. Maybe your fence has worn out its welcome and will continue to need […]
The world is a dangerous place. Not everything lasts forever. To ensure that the things you care about last, you have to protect them — this is true, even for fences. The irony of the situation is that while fences are meant to protect you, this means that it will be taking some hits it […]
Fencing a property is no mean feat. It takes a lot of time, effort, and planning ahead. It’s not something that can be done on a whim, or without a significant amount of prep work, either. Making a DIY project out of a fence can be a risky endeavor, but should you wish to chance […]
Winter is coming and with it the potential for snow and other unique hazards to your fence that come with it. Winter is a beautiful season, but that doesn’t mean that a winter wonderland is a wonderful thing for fences— particularly wooden ones. Here are a few things to keep in mind about your fence […]
If your fence is looking rough, you know something has to change. But it can be difficult to decide if a new coat of paint or stain is all it’ll take or if it’s time for a brand new fence altogether. Here are a few tips to help you decide which course of action is […]
Painting can be a real hassle. Knowing which paint to buy, which tools to use with it— even the proper painting techniques— are only part of the problem. Whether to stain or paint is another question you have to answer. If you have already painted, and want to stain, can you put stainer over a […]
Your backyard fence is looking good! To keep it that way, be sure you’re avoiding certain hazards that could destroy your fence. Here are a few of those hazards and what to do if you run into them. Rust Rust isn’t common with vinyl coated chain link fences but certainly could happen if something […]
The world is a canvas, and your yard a work of art. If you’re looking to make your house a thing of beauty, you need a beautiful fence to serve as the border. A fence marks the edge of one’s territory, but it does so much more. A fence lets the world know how much […]
One of the things you seriously need to consider when choosing the type of fence to install is the cost and frequency of maintenance. It would make no sense to install a fence that incurs expensive maintenance fees. Vinyl is an excellent material for a fence. Vinyl fences are a bit expensive compared to other […]
Not everything can last forever. Unfortunately, that old adage holds true for fences. While a well-cared-for fence can last for generations, there comes to be a point where it can no longer provide the security or fashionable appeal it once had. Environment and animal hazards can reduce a fence’s integrity over time, and ultimately render […]
