Tuesday, June 22, 2010

Fence, Getting Started

You've grown tired of the neighborhood dogs racing through the garden? You finally relented and bought that puppy the kids have been requesting? You no longer appreciate the foot traffic or even the occasional bicycle ride through the backyard? You installed a pool recently and now have learned that the local building codes require a fence. You're ready to enjoy the improvements to your outdoor living space but something still seems to be missing. Whatever your reason, YOU NEED A FENCE!!

Now that the decision has been made, there are many factors that will need to be considered. Determine which fence type best fits your needs. Should it be solid to afford privacy? Should it be ornamental to enhance living space? Should it be aluminum or steel, wood or vinyl? Determine how the work will be done and how it will comply with building codes. Will I make it a do-it-yourself project or have it installed by a professional? Will my choices meet codes and requirements? Will I know where buried utilities and water lines are located? Determine the design or layout of the fence. What area should be included inside the fence? What fence height or grade should be used? What landscaping object should be removed from the yard? See more..

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