So, you want to put a new fence up on your residential or commercial Washington D.C. property? It’s more than putting up boards and planks, there’s a lot of planning involved in building a fence. Here are a few tips for preparing yourself to build a new fence:
- Know your local zoning laws – It is good practice to know your community zoning laws since some communities restrict fence height or what types of fences you can build. If you belong to a community association, double check and make sure what their rules on building a new fence is. You don’t want to get into any hot water by building a fence that is too tall.
- Talk to your neighbors – Giving your neighbors a heads up isn’t only courteous, it could save you any future disputes. Checking your home plans to understand where the property line is crucial. Knowing your property line will prevent you from accidentally building the fence too close to your neighbors.
- Consider your vegetation situation – Think about how your plants and trees may effect where you put the fence. The roots of trees can become problems for fence posts. High fences especially can block out sunlight and could cause smaller plants in your garden to wilt. All of the vegetation factors should be considered before placing a fence in your yard.
- Decide what purpose the fence will serve – Knowing the purpose the fence will serve, whether its for privacy, security, decoration or a confining design is one of the main parts of planning a new fence. The purpose of the fence could lead you to getting a chain-link fence, which is good for keeping kids and pets in or out of your yard. Or you could find yourself wanting a white picket aluminum fence to go with the design of your house. The purpose is up to you!
At Hercules Fence of Washington, D.C., we take pride in the wide range of options we offer for residential fencing. Select from chain link or custom wood fences as well as ornamental aluminum or steel fences. If you prefer galvanized and vinyl-coated chain link options or the durability of PVC vinyl fencing, Hercules has just what you need. Our experienced professional team can even design and install your automated home gate system.
If you choose Hercules Fence of Washington D.C. today, you’ll learn why we’re the best in the business. The knowledgeable people of Hercules Fence have developed a reputation since 1955 for professional service and quality installation. With over 50 years in the fence business, we are well aware that our reputation must be earned anew every day.
Contact Hercules Fence of Washington D.C. today at (757)316-3600 or contact us on our website to talk about a residential or commercial wooden privacy fence.
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Source: How to Plan a Fence, eHow.com
