We provide and install fencing and gates in wood, vinyl, iron, aluminum, composite and chain link. We specialize in building custom designs that make homes stand out from the rest. From basic to extremely ornate, we do it all. With over 29 years of industry experience, our team meets and exceeds all expectations. We do it the right way!
"The Mending Fences team worked very hard to complete our (5) wooden fence post replacements.
The worksite was left clean and orderly.
We’re thankful this work is done, in a very timely manner too."
"Jason is kind, sincere, and very knowledgeable. He was helpful in helping us understand our limitations and expectations in regards to property boundaries and village code. His team members were extremely efficient. I would recommend L & J Construction to anyone and everyone. Their price was the most reasonable, they started when they said they would and had it not been for the rain, they would have finished on time. I'm grateful they didn't try installing with soaked soil just to get the job done. You can tell they take pride in their work. I'm grateful that we decided to contract with Jason. I'm sure you will be too."
"Antonio and his crew went above and beyond to ensure I had the right type of fence for my needs. Having 3 dogs that like to dig they made sure the fence was installed properly. The work was completed in a timely manner."
You can DIY a stockade fence installation, but prepare to put in some good sweat equity. For the best results, carefully plan the exact location of your fence before you break ground. In particular, carefully map out your post locations before setting them in concrete. Be sure to call your local utility company before digging to avoid damaging underground wiring and causing severe injury.
On the other hand, installing stockade fencing on your own might sound too overwhelming. It’s certainly time-consuming and labor-intensive. Besides the hard work, you must install it properly to avoid gaps. Unless you’re confident you can get the job done right, hiring a privacy fence installer near you is the way to go.
The legal implications of installing barbed wire fencing will vary from city to city. You should check your local regulations to see if barbed wire fencing is allowed, and what restrictions exist. For instance, some municipalities might require that your fence be a certain height and a certain distance from your home.
You have several options for anchoring a temporary fence to keep it from falling down. Sandbags can be used as a standard weight, but they may blow away or fail in strong winds and inclement weather. Spikes and bolts are a cost-effective and easy-to-install alternative, but drilling can be difficult if the ground is frozen, too soft, or too hard. Another option is wind braces, which should be bolted into the ground to withstand turbulent wind; however, like spikes, they can be challenging to install in very soft or hard ground.
Green branches are more flexible and easier to work with, but they'll shrink as they dry, which can loosen your fence weave over time—so you'll need to weave them extra tight to account for shrinkage. Some species, particularly willow, may also try to sprout when used green. For these reasons, it’s typically easiest to use branches that have dried for a week or two.
There are many types of wood fencing that you can choose from. For split rail fencing, the most common wood types are cedar, pine, black locust, and chestnut. The best wood for you will depend on if you like the way a certain wood looks and the availability of the wood type in your area.
Most of the wood types you can find at your local home improvement store are good choices since they all have rot-resistant properties or are pressure-treated with pesticides. If none of the wood options speak to the look you’re going for, check out vinyl fencing.
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