This is another category that often
falls under ‘out of sight out of mind’….
Growing up on a farm with lots of various livestock; frequent fencing activity was a given. The old adage that good fences make good neighbors is still alive and well. A good fence defines your space, keeps pets at bay and can keep critters out.
There are 2 primary culprits that raised their ugly head when it comes to fences…
1: Wooden Posts rotting below ground &
2: Trees and shrubs that can quickly grow into a fence. (this area falls into our annual preventive checkup reminder via our blog) …. An ounce of prevention!!!!
Addressing the post issue; here’s the deal… posts rot out due to aerobic bacteria activity. A Post will weaken and ultimately break due to this activity. Often this takes place in the top 6 inches of soil… If you’re needing to replacing a broken post, you’ll want to check out that posting…. No pun intended!!
Plumb & straight is a critical guideline for good fencing…. although some terrain can add challenges to that formula.
Refurbishing an old fence or adding a new one is very doable for most home project folks.
Here’s a story…With no trees and a busier road, I wanted some privacy on our 100-year-old farm-place… so I decided to add a fence using some materials from an old barn I had torn down…. Between using solid but untreated barn materials for posts & unknowingly not getting the proper clearance from the local authorities…
… Let’s just say ‘that fence project’ is one that did not end well & is one I would just as soon forget!!!!! Where was YouTube when I needed it????
Check out the basic tools you’ll need in our tool section, get a grip on some of the basic principles & be sure to be aware of your local codes.
Talk to your neighbors and get some extra help if you need it and you should be good to go
Define the purpose of your fence, examine your budget, align with the code, then explore your options. Evaluate the pros and cons, & if you’re not sure — determine your soil 36 inches down… rocks can create a whole new challenge!!!
It helps if you can pick perfect weather to go along with the fence project. I hope you have better luck than I’ve had in this Department!!!
I encourage you to pick an option that will be durable, fulfill your functions & look great for years to come!!
Here’s to Happy Fencing!!!! We’re Pulling For Ya!!!
