Ever since the coronavirus pandemic broke out, homeowners have been renovating their homes more than ever before. One of the most popular home renovation projects is fences. There are many reasons why it makes perfect sense to construct fences for your home. Besides, people are spending more time and money on home renovations as they have been stuck at home.
When you install fences in your home, you get to improve privacy, keep your dog inside the property, prevent intruders, and boost curb appeal. However, you need to get things right if you want to ensure that you make the most of them. If you are considering fence installation, you need to consider the following.
The first thing that you need to consider when installing fences is placement. Before you put up a fence, you need to make sure that you place it right. You should also speak with your neighbor and ask them about the placement as they might even want to split the bill with you.
Next, you have to consider height. The municipality will regulate the fence height. However, not every municipality even allows one. But, if you have a swimming pool or a tennis court within the property, you may be allowed to get a fence. Look up the local regulations to make sure that you get it right.
The style of the fences should also be considered along with the detailing. You might be interested in latticework, caps, backer rails, or pickets. It all comes down to personal preference. You can check out big box and garden stores to find readymade pieces. It might also be a great idea to get a customized piece.
When it comes to material, you are spoiled by choice. Choose from pressure-treated wood, wrought iron, cedar, vinyl, faux wood, and the like. Each material has its pros and cons. For instance, wrought iron requires minimal care unlike painted wood which needs to be looked after. There are also some materials that can be treated to act as a water repellent. Certain woods might be more affordable depending on where you live. Treated wood is easily the most popular option. You could even utilize bushes and vegetative trees as a natural fence.
There is certain fence etiquette that needs to be followed to stay on the ride side of things. The last thing you want is for the construction to show. The finished side should face your neighbor. But, you can always get fences that have identical sides to eliminate the problem.
When in market for fences, you also have to consider color. It is common to choose a color that resembles the color of their property’s exterior. It is best that you avoid conflicting shades.
Finally, price is something that you just cannot ignore. With the cost of fences on the rise, you cannot overlook cost. Certain materials are less costly. A stock cedar fence is much cheaper than metals.
Once you have gone over the post, you will know how fences boost curb appeal and what you need to consider if you want to get them installed for your home.
|
(727) 385-8869
karen@lucasgrouprealty.com
|
