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How to Keep Your Fence from Blowing Over
At some point, the weather is going to turn nasty. What kind of nasty depends upon where you live. In Florida, you may face a category four hurricane. Chicago is nicknamed the "Windy City" for a reason, and tornadoes regularly rip through the plains states like...
Is My Fence Covered? The Ins and Outs of Homeowner’s Insurance
Your fence is as much a part of your home as anything else on your property. You depend on it to keep the dog in the yard and the neighbor kids from cutting across the lawn. Looking out your kitchen window to see the fence panels laying across the lawn, knocked down...
What are the benefits of sealing and treating a fence?
So, you built a new fence this year. When you finished the job, you cleaned up your tools, admired your handiwork, and breathed a sigh of relief that the project is finally done. Is it, though? If you didn’t seal your fence or treat the wood, you might need to revisit...
Eliminating Neighbor Disputes When Building a Fence (+Bonus Tips)
Adding a fence to your property can increase curb appeal and boost your property value. It can also make it easier to keep your kids and pets out of the neighbors garden. It sounds like a win-win situation. However, if you dive into a fence install without taking the...
Why is Trex considered sustainable?
Many of the products sold in stores are labeled as environmentally friendly or sustainably harvested. Without a standardized system for evaluating these claims, it can be challenging to decode their claims. Trex decking is considered by many to be a sustainable...
Why Using Barbed Wire Fencing is a Bad Idea
Farmers and ranchers have used wire fencing to contain livestock for decades. Wire fencing is quick and easy to install without special tools or training. In most cases, five or six strands of wire are enough to contain cattle, especially if you choose to use barbed...
