Fences can last a long time when properly installed by professional fencing companies that use the proper techniques.
The key to assuring every installation reaches its full potential is good maintenance throughout the years.
Assuming a homeowner is starting with fencing services from a contractor who knows the correct way to do the installation and who will not cut corners, good maintenance starting when the fence is new promises a longer life with fewer repairs.
When hiring fence services to put in a new fence, remember these tips on fence maintenance to protect that investment and retain a strong, sturdy fence!
- Do Frequent Inspections - The only way to know that something is wrong is to be looking out for it. Though it is easy to forget about things as soon as fencing services have finished the installation, new fence owners should routinely inspect their fences and watch for problems. Leaning, sagging, infestation, loose posts, cracked and broken boards and any other kind of damage should be corrected right away to prevent those issues from worsening and affecting the integrity of the whole fence.
- Clean and Protect a Fence - No matter what type of material is installed by fencing companies, it all needs to be cleaned periodically and some should be protected with a water-sealing coating. Occasional pressure washing to remove dirt and grime and then painting or sealing as applicable will slow down slow disintegration like rotting, dry rotting, rusting, and other similar problems.
- Protect Wood From Insects - If necessary, use an insect-preventive coating on wood installations put in by fencing companies or choose materials that are less susceptible to insect and weather damage like cedar, redwood, and pressure-treated materials.
- Hire A Professional Fencing Service - Whether putting in a new fence or needing repairs, always contract a professional fencing service that knows how each type of fence should be installed and can do it the right way. The first, and most important factor in keeping any fence in great shape for decades is a proper installation.
No matter what type of fence a homeowner chooses to have their fencing company install, good maintenance is necessary to protect that installation and ensure it lasts as long as it should.
Follow the fence service’s recommendations on how to best care for that installation, whether it is made of wood, PVC, metal, stone, or any other material, and that fence will look great for decades while unnecessary repairs can be avoided!