| Adding a fence on your property can provide better security, increase safety and give a greater feeling of privacy. Yet, even beyond function, a well designed fence visually dress up your home, adding to its value and curb appeal. |
Choosing a Fence Style |
When choosing the material style and color for your fence it is important to keep in mind the material, colors and style of the home. This white picket fence the perfect match. Its corresponding style ties the property to the home.
As a further consideration, think about how your fence might impact the neighborhood. You wouldn't want to be the eyesore on the block. Along that line, don't forget to check building codes for height restrictions. |
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| To determine the kind of fence you want to have constructed, ask yourself: What is the purpose or function of the fence? Do I need privacy screening from neighboring houses and a busy street? Is it for safety reasons? Do I need it for my pool? What are the code requirements? Is it for security? Is it to keep pets and pedestrians off my front lawn? Or, is it merely decorative? |
Pool Fences |
There are inherent dangers associated with swimming pools that make the construction of a fence necessary. Local building codes must be adhered to when designing a fence for your pool. Fence safety features for children are also important. This is true not only along the perimeter of your property, but for internal access to the pool from your home as well.
Solid fencing for a pool could block the views, limit the sun and make the yard feel closed in. |
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| The ornamental fence used for this pool is used in combination with carefully placed trees and shrubs that provide strategic privacy screening along key sight lines. |
Fence Materials |
Ornamental Fences - Wrought Iron, Aluminum and Steel |
Ornamental fences, whether they are made from wrought iron, aluminum or steel, are great for security fences and excellent for use around pools.The aesthetic excellence of an ornamental fence can be paired with stone or brick pillars for a more opulent look.
Wrought iron fences are the best know ornamental fence material. Aluminum ornamental fences have the look as wrought iron. Specrail and Delgard are examples of manufacturers that make good quality aluminum fencing. |
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| Aluminum is corrosion resistant and requires less maintenance than wrought iron fencing. Steel ornamental fencing is available in maintenance-free, high strength steel. Aegis and Montage are two manufacturers of steel fence systems. |
Wood Fences |
Wood fencing has long been a popular choice. While it is lower in cost than a wrought iron fence, it does require maintenance. Wooden fences can be stained, painted, or, as is possible with cedar, allowed to weather.Wood fences also allow for a great range in style and design. A professional fence builder could construct a small picket fence, a tall, solid privacy fence, or something in between. Wood fences can be made to different height requirements and can incorporate latticework and glass panels. |
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| Varying the direction of the boards and the length of the rails and the distance between the posts offers endless design possibilities. Posts, caps and gates can also add style to your fence. Rather than simply building a drab and imposing privacy fence in your backyard, with a little planning, your fence can be designed to be a stunning focal point. |
Metal and Chain Link Fences |
Chain link fences are definitely a less expensive way to go. They are also easy to have installed. While they don't offer a lot of privacy they may be just what you need to keep your pets in the yard and keep others out.
They come in an all color coated chain link and in traditional galvanized. If you are going to use this fencing for your pool, look for a 1 ΒΌ" mesh in order to meet BOCA code requirements for swimming pools. |
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PVC or Vinyl Fences |
PVC vinyl fences are great if you are looking for a low or no maintenance fence. They are also available in a great array of styles and colors.
The popularity of PVC or vinyl fencing is on the increase among many homeowners. This is due, in part, to the fact that vinyl fences look brand new for years. While they can be more costly than some other alternatives, they are durable and easy to look after. |
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| Vinyl fences come in privacy, semi-privacy, picket-style and post and rail style options. |
Consider your Budget |
| Finally, have a realistic ideal of the money you can spend on your home's fencing needs. Compare the wide array of materials available and their associated costs. Allow room in your budget to hire a professional contractor to build your fence. Remember, a well built fence is worth the investment of time and money. Conversely, a poorly planned, shabbily built fence will not last and will ultimately detract from your home, even decreasing its value. |
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