When is the Best Time to Install a Fence?

Many customers ask whether we install fences in winter. The answer is yes, we do, as long as the ground isn’t frozen. And believe it or not, the colder months are often an ideal time to install–especially during the month of November. During November, we’re still mostly looking at flurries, but the leaves on the trees are more or less gone. This means we have a little less work to do if there are trees on the fence line which need to be trimmed. No foliage in our way means the installation goes that much faster. Another advantage..

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Why You Don’t Want a DIY Vinyl Fence

A vinyl fence can be a lovely addition to any back yard. They’re very easy to care for. They can be any color you want, and you never have to paint them. In short, they’re a great solution for busy homeowners. But only if you have them professionally installed. Otherwise, you could run into some serious problems. Cheap gets expensive. First, let’s talk about big box store pricing for vinyl fencing. Sometimes, you’ll open up the paper and see what appear to be some great deals. Unfortunately, when you go into the..

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Does Having a Fence Increase the Value of Your Home?

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One of the questions that we receive on a regular basis is whether or not adding a fence to the landscape will increase the value of a home. Since that’s a pretty important question we thought we’d work to answer it in today’s post. As is often the case, there’s no straightforward answer to this question, however. It depends on a couple of different factors. However, being aware of these factors can be very helpful, especially if you’re trying to decide whether to have a new fence built, or if you’re trying to decide whether to invest in the repair..

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