In addition to protecting your family, railings also offer a variety of other features to keep your family and your property safe.
Whether you have an old fence or deck in your yard or are looking to install a new one to maximize your fall outdoor living time, every fence and deck at your home should have a railing. Railings do more than protect family members from slipping; they also offer a variety of other features to keep your family and your property safe. Here are some of the reasons why your fence and deck should have a railing.
Safety is Key
Balcony railings on fences and decks are essential safety tools to prevent family and friends from falling off of the stairs. Railings installed on decks and gates stop anyone from vertically falling and hurting themselves. Even if you aren’t worried about anyone falling, railings are also a good tool for helping little ones and older members of your family with additional support while they walk. Railings can also provide safety for those who have trouble balancing, anyone afraid of heights, and those trying to walk around during wet weather.
Added Security
A fence or deck railing also helps to secure your landscaping and hardscaping features. Particularly during the summer months and in yards with pools, family members often leave valuables and personal items lying around the yard. Everything from patio furniture to cell phones could be easily taken if you aren’t paying attention. Beyond that protection, a railing also helps you to keep all of your personal items in one spot, out of the rain, in the event of a summer storm.
Slippery When Wet
Especially during the winter, spring, and summer, decks are slippery places to be. Whether it’s puddles from children heading in from the pool or water left over from watering your garden, a slippery deck is an unsafe deck. Railings can help you to safely navigate through slippery patches without worrying about slipping and falling.
Ready for a Security Fence Perfect for Your Family?
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.
