Spring is the perfect season to make your wood fence beautiful again.
Even in the mildest of winters, the bitter cold and periodic snow can cause severe damage on your fence. Aside from the unsightliness of a tarnished wood fence, the right amount of damage can undo all of the security that your fence guarantees. Now that the warmer weather is on the horizon, it’s time to starting thinking about refreshing your fence for the summertime, getting it ready to beautifully frame your home and to protect your family as they enjoy the yard.
The Best Time to Assess
If snow piled up outside your home for any length of time, or if it was too cold to trek outside and accurately walk the perimeter of your home, spring proves the ideal time to go outside and give your fence a full assessment of any damage that it may have accrued during the winter months. If you have chainlink or aluminium fence, rust could prove your arch enemy. With a wood fence, chipping caused by water damage or mold could truly become costly for repairs. It’s always better to make that needed assessment as soon as possible.
Knowing the First Steps
After giving your wood fence a thorough assessment, be sure to take stock in each problem — no matter how minor it may seem — before shrugging it off. Look for any areas where the wood could have become weakened from the cold and wet snow or spots where splintering may become a future danger to family members and pets. If you notice any areas where paint may have chipped off or faded, be sure to give your fence and good washing before proceeding to repaint.
Moving Forward with the Proper Care
After your wood fence has been thoroughly washed, the best preemptive measure you can make to avoid any future damage is to stain the wood. This is a crucial step, not only if you plan on repainting (or using spring as a good time to change the color for something new and vibrant), but for the overall longevity of the fence. Staining properly will help keep future damage to a minimum, while giving the wood fence a new coat to restore and preserve its natural beauty.
Wood fencing will always give your home the perfect balance of traditional aesthetic appeal as well as protection for your home. For more information on getting a wood fence installed around your home or for repairs to your existing fence, call Hercules Fence of Washington, DC.
Wood Fencing by Hercules Fence of Washington, DC
At Hercules Fence, we specialize in the installation and maintenance of several fence styles throughout the Maryland, Virginia, and North Carolina areas. Residential fencing provides a welcoming appearance to complement your home. Our sales team can offer you many selections to choose from to accommodate your privacy, semi-privacy, and decorative needs, and our professionals use only the highest quality materials to install your fence at a price that is reasonable and affordable.
We also specialize in commercial fencing to keep your business safe and secure while also looking professional and welcoming. To get started with your residential fence for your home, call us today at 1-800-883-3623. You can also visit our contact page to find a full list of our locations and phone numbers.
