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Q: What can you put on a fence for privacy?

• <div><p>Planting greenery on a fence can help achieve more privacy, whether it&rsquo;s shrubs along a picket or chain link fence or rolls of faux greenery to help create a solid-colored backdrop beyond the fence line. You can also try adding more lattice or paneling across a fence so that there are fewer places where passing eyeballs can see in.</p></div>

Q: How long does a barbed wire fence last?

• <div><p>A barbed wire fence will last an average of 15 to 20 years, but the life expectancy can range anywhere between five and 50 years. Thicker wires last longer, as do fences made with galvanized metal. If the barbed wire fence is in a climate with harsh winters and summers, it likely won&rsquo;t last more than 10 to 15 years. Failing to keep up with maintenance and repairs will also shorten the lifespan of a barbed wire fence.</p></div>

Q: What is the best wood for fence posts?

• <div><p>The best wood for fence posts are redwood, cedar, and pressure-treated pine. Wood posts made from these materials will typically lasts between 15 and 30 years, depending on the specific type you choose and your local climate. With proper care and maintenance, a fence post made of these materials can withstand most weather conditions. </p></div>

Q: How much of a gap should be under a fence?

• <div><p>When considering how much of a gap should be under a fence or gate, a good rule of thumb is to keep gaps between 2 and 5 inches tall. This allows for some ground clearance for the gate but still provides safety for children and pets, who shouldn&rsquo;t be able to squeeze through a gap of that size.</p></div>

Q: How do I maintain a wood fence?

• <div><p>Regular staining, sealing, and inspecting for rot or insect damage prolongs fence lifespan.</p></div>

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Last update on October 18, 2025

Reviewed in August 2024
Joe from Yellow Hat construction did a phenomenonal job installing a 6 ft wooden privacy fence. Quality of work is second to none, will definitely be recommending his construction services to all of my friends and co-workers.
Yellow Hat Construction
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Reviewed in May 2024
Did not install fence properly. Said Fence was a certain price & emailed that price. After fence was down quoted fence 2000 more then the original emailed quote. Fence was installed improperly. Started before I said yes to quote. I have a text of the lady who works for him said can we go...
Cook Inlet Property Management and Maintenance, LLC
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Reviewed in October 2020
They helped us repairing chain link fence
Jensen Construction
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Reviewed in April 2017
What's nice about her is if you have 10 animals she charges you the same price to look at all 10 animals when she comes in the house. I'm really protective of my animals.
Happy At Home Mobile Veterinary Care
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Reviewed in September 2016
Chain link fence looks pretty good and his crew were nice guys.
D and N Services
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Reviewed in June 2014
When I asked them to pay or share the cost with me I got several excuses such as it was the neighbor's fence, it was my responsibility to keep my dog in my yard and he wasn't responsible for his employees. He would not discuss it further.
NORTHWEST LANDSCAPE
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Reviewed in August 2013
We couldn't be happier with the job Rob did for us. The fence is beautiful and built to last. A big step above the average contractor: he's a craftsman and an artist. Highly recommended.
Attractive Landscape Svc
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Reviewed in August 2013
Fence looks great. They even came back without being called back to readjust the gate.
Titan LLC Anchorages Landcape Contractor
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Reviewed in June 2013
Arnold was great! We had two yards with two different fences that Arnold was able to tie together seamlessly. Out neighbors wanted a 4' picket fence and we wanted a 6' shadowbox fence. Arnold was able to connect these two fences in a way that makes them look consistent. We had 3 man-gates and...
The Fence Guy
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Reviewed in May 2013
As I mentioned above, the cats died in an arson fire in an apartment building. The fire fighters were so good about taking the remains to Animal Control, with each animal in a bag and a note of where it was found. The woman at Animal Control was so compassionate when dealing with the people who...
Passages Pet Cremation & Grief Center Inc
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Animal Fencing questions, answered by experts

Planting greenery on a fence can help achieve more privacy, whether it’s shrubs along a picket or chain link fence or rolls of faux greenery to help create a solid-colored backdrop beyond the fence line. You can also try adding more lattice or paneling across a fence so that there are fewer places where passing eyeballs can see in.

A barbed wire fence will last an average of 15 to 20 years, but the life expectancy can range anywhere between five and 50 years. Thicker wires last longer, as do fences made with galvanized metal. If the barbed wire fence is in a climate with harsh winters and summers, it likely won’t last more than 10 to 15 years. Failing to keep up with maintenance and repairs will also shorten the lifespan of a barbed wire fence.

The best wood for fence posts are redwood, cedar, and pressure-treated pine. Wood posts made from these materials will typically lasts between 15 and 30 years, depending on the specific type you choose and your local climate. With proper care and maintenance, a fence post made of these materials can withstand most weather conditions.

When considering how much of a gap should be under a fence or gate, a good rule of thumb is to keep gaps between 2 and 5 inches tall. This allows for some ground clearance for the gate but still provides safety for children and pets, who shouldn’t be able to squeeze through a gap of that size.

Regular staining, sealing, and inspecting for rot or insect damage prolongs fence lifespan.

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