Can You Install a Fence in Winter?

November 23, 2012 3:06 pm | A1 Fence | Fence Installation Tips

There are many reasons why you might not want to wait until spring to install your fence. Perhaps you bought the house in January and you’re ready to enjoy your privacy, for example. Perhaps you want to give your kids a chance to play in the snow safely. Whatever your reasons you’ll be glad to know that you can install a fence in winter. Unfortunately, it’s not an easy job. Without the proper tools, installing a fence in winter can be back breaking work. You could even get hurt while making the attempt because the frozen ground can be very..

How to Reduce Road Noise – Without Building a Privacy Fence

November 8, 2012 3:49 pm | A1 Fence | Fence Installation Tips

Many people think that getting a cedar privacy fence will help them reduce road noise. Unfortunately, in some cases a privacy fence just won’t do the job. In order to be 100% effective, a privacy fence would have to reach heights that most cities simply won’t permit. For example, Wauwatosa limits fence heights to 4.5 feet for back and side yards and 3 feet for front yards. Menomonee Falls is slightly more permissive at 4.5 feet for front yards, but to go any higher than that in your back yard and side yard you’d need to go through the..

How to Remove a Fence

November 1, 2012 2:20 pm | A1 Fence | Fence Installation Tips

Has your fence turned into an eyesore that’s just got to go and now you want to know how to remove it? At some point fences get damaged beyond repair. You either have to remove it yourself or have it removed by a professional fence contractor. Once it’s gone, you can replace your old, decrepit fence with something a lot more attractive. However, removing a fence isn’t as easy as heading outside with your hammer, as tempting as such a move may be. There are several steps you’re going to need to take before you can proceed if you..