It’s spring, that time of year when pieces of fencing, all sizes and materials, show up on the curb, waiting to be picked up by the trash-collection crews. Falling tree branches have smashed these fences, or homeowners have neglected them.
If you find yourself in the market for a new fence right about now, here are a few things to consider before you buy.
Need to know: Whether this is a do-it-yourself job or something to leave to a professional. If only a small section of fence needs replacing, you may be able to pick up some pointers at Saturday morning classes offered by home centers. But if you’re replacing an entire yard perimeter’s worth of fence, or starting from scratch, it’s more cost-effective to call a pro who provides a warranty.
Check into your municipality’s rules about fence installation. For example, they may require you to put the more attractive, finished side of the fence facing toward your neighbors. It’s also a good idea to check with the utility companies to see where water, phone and electrical lines are buried.
The look of your house should determine which fence you buy. A white picket fence and a geodesic dome will clash, as will a post-and-rail fence and a Victorian Queen Anne.
Prices are generally quoted based on length, so you’ll need to know the dimensions of the area to be fenced and how many feet of fencing are required. Decorative solid fences sold in sections go from a few dollars to $100 a foot. Utilitarian fencing (vinyl or wire mesh) comes in rolls costing less than $1 per foot.
Wooden fence panels can be stained, painted or coated with a mildewcide to keep sections in shady areas from turning green. Solid panels offer the greatest amount of privacy and prevent unauthorized escapes by little ones and pets. Panels come in a few styles, usually in 8-foot sections from 4 feet to 6 feet high.
Polymer fence looks like iron but doesn’t rust. It comes pre-painted, and the coating lasts forever.
Vinyl fencing is low-maintenance, though sections in total shade will need to be washed periodically. It doesn’t rot, and the finish doesn’t fade as quickly as wood, but when you get tired of whatever color you’ve chosen, there is a very good chance you’ll have to install a new fence. Read More
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