Installing a backyard fence is one of the most valuable investments you can make in your property. Whether you’re giving your dog a safe place to play, adding privacy from your neighbors, defining your property line, or preventing intruders from entering, your fence will serve a number of important purposes. This means that you want to be sure to build your fence out of the right materials for your goals.
Consider Your Goals (more…)
The world may have once been a place where locking the doors at night wasn’t a priority, but unfortunately our society has evolved to make crime more prevalent. This makes security gates incredibly important for homes and businesses alike that need to ensure no unwanted visitors enter. Security gates boast many different components based on their specific use, such as emergency exit gates, security access gates, and more. (more…)
In many households across Florida, pets are members of the family who are bathed, fed, pampered, and loved just like children. So it makes sense that these homeowners want to install fences to keep their dogs safe as they run around and play. But not all fences are created equal, and pet owners need to carefully select fencing based on the needs and habits of their furry friends.
If Your Dog Is a Jumper
Every dog has its own unique personality, and sometimes that personality leads your dog to make a habit of jumping over the backyard fence. This can pose a major problem if your dog then runs away, bites a neighbor, or gets into other trouble without you realizing. If you know your dog is likely to be a jumper, you need to install a fence that will prevent this behavior and give you the peace of mind you need. A “roof” that comes inward off the top of the fence at a 45 or 90 degree angle, for example, will stymie even the most determined jumper. If your local codes allow it, you can also opt for a higher six foot fence that is too tall for nearly all jumpers. (more…)
If you need a fence for your home or business, you are likely aware that fencing materials range from aluminum and wood to PVC and vinyl. Each material offers its own unique perks, and it’s easiest to select the best material based on your needs. Some materials are best for privacy, some for security, and others for curb appeal. Once fencing option you may have never considered is concrete, but it’s an excellent choice for many different reasons.
Concrete Is Attractive
If you are picturing one large concrete block fence like you might find outside a prison, then revise your mental image. Concrete fences are actually manufactured with a completely natural wood texture that is so realistic that most people won’t realize the fence isn’t wood. You also have a wide range of color options, from titanium and terra cotta to taupe and white. (more…)
The wooden fence is a classic piece of landscaping history, and while fencing technology has undoubtedly evolved and provided other appealing options for home and business owners, the wooden fence still plays a leading role in the industry. These great ideas put unique spins on the basic wooden fence to make intriguing and irresistible design options.
Make It More Than a Fence
A wooden structure can function as a fence while also offering other benefits. If you have a garden or plants that you would like to emphasize on the inside of your fence, build your wooden fence with a narrow, ladder-sized pergola extending over the length of the fence. Better yet, build the fence itself with many narrow, intersecting pieces of wood that form small squares instead of pickets. Flowering vines and flowers will thrive on this fence and extend to the pergola, and your wooden fence will transform into a landscaping statement. For an added element of sophistication, replace the standard fence door with a two door gate that compliments the rest of the fence style. (more…)
Fifty years ago, the phrase “going green” simply meant buying a new paint color for the kitchen, but today it has taken on an entirely new meaning. In a society with more environmental consciousness than ever before, many Americans are making it their goal to live in a more sustainable manner that places less strain on nature. Everything from purchasing local food to composting and recycling make the environment a better place, and “green” benefits can even be achieved when installing new fencing around your yard. (more…)
A fence isn’t just a fence. There are so many different variations, styles, designs, materials, and purposes that lead to unique and distinctive fences around the world. A fence in Hawaii, for example, is garnering national attention recently for its unusual purpose and placement.
The Endangered Species Problem Facing Hawaii
Hawaii is known for its idyllic vacation spots and breathtakingly beautiful scenery, but it unfortunately also has the title of the endangered species capital of the United States. The state is actually home to a third of all endangered species in America, and 78 percent of extinctions in the country have occurred in Hawaii. This is not only disheartening but also very concerning. More than half of the state’s 130 native birds are now gone, and the rest remain severely endangered. (more…)
Find a map and point your finger to a random location, and chances are there will be a fence located somewhere in that vicinity. Fences are ubiquitous throughout the country for many different reasons that include privacy, security, and aesthetics. Security fences in particular serve a variety of purposes, from protecting charities to saving elephants.
Security Fence for Salvation Army
The Salvation Army is an incredibly important organization in America and around the world. It helps more than 30 million people just in America alone to receive the basic necessities of life like food, shelter, and warmth. The Salvation Army’s services are wide ranging, from veterans affairs services, prison ministries, hunger relief, Christmas assistance, youth camps, and emergency disaster relief, just to name a few. (more…)
Animals roamed the earth long before humans ever arrived, but population growth and technology development has led humans to become the dominant species on our planet. This has unfortunately caused countless animals to lose their ecosystems and become endangered or extinct. The city commissioners in Hays, Kansas have been forced to acknowledge this problem implement a solution that protect important wildlife diversity while still helping Americans maintain their daily travel routines.
Hays Regional Airport Wildlife Fence
Back in 2010, deer were spotted at Hays Regional Airport in Hays, Kansas during an inspection. This led the Federal Aviation Administration to require the airport to build a fence for safety. Like so many other manmade features, Hays Regional Airport shares land with local animals, but this creates critical safety issues for the animals and airplanes alike. (more…)
Homeowners, business owners, cities, and towns all rely upon fences for different purposes. Homeowners may need fencing to keep their pets safe, maintain privacy from neighbors, or enhance their feeling of safety. Business owners, meanwhile, utilize fencing for security purposes and often even to improve the atmosphere around their venue. In Mount Vernon, Ohio, the city is now funding a fence project to help keep residents and visitors safe.
Mount Vernon, Ohio is a 9.6 square mile city that was founded in 1805. Rich in charm, history, and personality, it’s a small town that prides itself on friendly neighbors and personalized service. Mayor Richard K. Mavis welcomes visitors and serves residents to create a city that is a wonderful place to live, visit, work, place, and study. In particular, Mount Vernon is proud of its Kokosing Gap Trail, community parks, and walking paths.
One park in particular, the Ariel-Foundation Park, is the subject of new construction that aims to keep residents and visitors safe. The east lake at Ariel-Foundation park is surrounded by a sidewalk that passes the lake and goes underneath a railroad bridge. Since the walk is so close to the water, Mavis approved a $40,902 Nature Works grant from the Ohio Department of Natural Resources so that the city can construct a safety fence along the path. (more…)
