Sunday, July 8, 2012

Open Fencing Or Privacy Fencing


 
 Vinyl Fencing

If you are looking for a way to improve your properties value, increase your family and pets safety, and add to your homes curb appeal, you should consider adding a fence to your property. Fencing options are as varied as the people who decide to install them. Hiring a professional to help you with the installation of your fence is the best way to ensure you consider all the possibilities and that the finish product is made of high quality materials that will last as long as you own your home. Once you have decided you want to install a fence on your property there are many details that need to be ironed out before you choose your fencing materials or install your fence. Here are a few tips to help make your fence construction project a successful investment in your property.

The very first bit of research you are going to need to do when you begin planning for fence construction on your property is research your city, county or home owners association’s rules and regulations about adding to your property. You do not want to plan or build your fence only to find out your have to take it down because you violated a code. Many home owners associations require full plans be submitted for approval before you make any changes to the appearance of the outside of your home. The requirements of your HOA could greatly factor into the materials you choose to build your fence with.

You should also consider the reasons you are building your fence. If you are installing a fence to protect small pets or improve the look of your property an open fence is probably the best choice to fit your needs. There are several materials that can be used to build these decorative fences. The height of these fences makes them easy to install without interrupting the views that surround your property. The common height is four feet. For people who are trying to contain large breed dogs you may want to consider a higher privacy fence to ensure you pet does not jump the fence.

A privacy fence is usually six feet high and is a great choice for people who are more concerned about the safety of their property and pets. Usually installed in back yards because of their heights, these fences can sometime obstruct views and violate HOA regulations. If you have consulted your HOA and been approved for a privacy fence, installing one will add a new level of safety to your back yard as a play area for your children. Privacy fences are also a wonderful addition to a back yard pool or hot tube area. Not only will a privacy fence provide a visual barrier, it will also create a small sound barrier in case your back yard Bar BQ gets a little rowdy.

No matter what type of fence you decide to install remember to do a little research before making any final decisions about what type of fence is right for you.

 Suncast FS4423 OUTDOOR SCREEN FENCE - 4 PC PK - Pack of 1

"Traditional Classic Picket Fence"