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According to the USA Swimming Foundation, between Memorial Day and Labor Day 2013, at least 202 American children under age 14 drowned in a swimming pool or spa. Almost three-quarters of those children were younger than 5 years old.

In Florida, where pool season never ends, drowning is the leading cause of accidental death for children under age 5. Often, the last place the child was seen before being found in the pool was inside the house. It takes only moments of inattention or distraction for tragedy to occur. The statistics are sobering, but the solution is clear: supervise youngsters, and fence your pool.

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Fences are great, for both keeping things in and out of your yard. They provide you with peace of mind that your children and/or pets can safely play outside without fear. Younger children may be tempted to wander off towards traffic or strangers, and pets can easily run off if they are not properly enclosed. By putting up a fence, you can prevent accidents from happening while allowing your loved ones to enjoy the great outdoors.

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When most people think of security enclosures, they automatically think of wire cages located in businesses used to protect valuables. They picture movies where they have seen police officers open a door and step inside a metal cage to retrieve some important case file, or they see images of burglars picking locks and sifting through valuables locked inside. Although all of these are true and security enclosures are primarily used to protect valuables, they can also be used to house animals.

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If you’re planning to install a fence around your property, one of the most important decisions you’ll have to make is the fence type. The fence type can make a big difference on all kinds of different factors, including security, visual appeal, longevity, pet-friendliness and more.

Here are five of the most common fence types, along with their benefits and disadvantages.

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