Learn how to protect your fence from weather damage!
The things you don’t like about winter, especially snow and cold, can also affect your fence. The winter preparation and care needed to preserve your fence for years to come will depend on the type of fence you own and the winter conditions that will affect your yard. Wood fences require some maintenance prior to winter weather to make them last and look their best. A vinyl or aluminum fence will be fine without any preparation, which is one of the top benefits of those fence materials. No matter the type of fence you own, you should do some minor yard maintenance before and during winter, since things like snow and leaves can damage your fence.
Summer Effects on Your Fence
Summer is a time of relaxation and leisure, but summer can be hard on your fence, without you knowing it. Wood fencing may be affected the most during the summer months. That’s because wood expands and contracts when it encounters cold or heat, and the summertime heat and light are some of the most damaging elements for your wood fence. But this doesn’t mean you should avoid the beauty and traditionalism of a wood fence, just make sure you choose a durable type of wood that is less likely to crack or warp. As you properly maintain your wood fence, you can avoid many of the negative affects the summer weather may have on it as well. For one, staining or painting your wood fence will help keep the elements off your fence.
Weather Friendly Fences
One of the great benefits of having a vinyl fence is the fact that it is very durable when it comes to both cold and heat, and can withstand the most extreme temperatures. Vinyl fencing is also very easy to clean, which is a huge benefit after those summer rainstorms. Like vinyl fencing, chain link is a durable and resilient fencing option, especially during the summer months. They are strong and can withstand just about any type of weather, including sun and sun damage.
Professional Fence Installation from Hercules Fence DC
Hercules Fence DC has been providing homeowners with quality fences for over 50 years. We are well equipped to meet your needs, whether they are residential or commercial. We have extensive experience working with families and pet owners to keep the most important members of their home safe, so call us today about installing a new pet fence for your family. Contact us by giving us a call at 301-441-1600 or visiting us online. To see examples of our work, follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Google+, LinkedIn, Pinterest, and Flickr.
