What adds more value: a fence or a wall?

• <div><p>Retaining walls offer more value to a home if they also divert water, prevent erosion, or help support a foundation. The ROI of a retaining wall is between 100% and 200%.</p><p>Both fences and walls can increase your home’s value, but you’ll spend significantly more on a wall than you would on a fence. A <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/stone-wall-cost.htm">stone wall costs</a> approximately <i>$5,000</i>, a retaining wall costs <b>$6,100</b>, and a fence costs <b>$3,200</b> on average to put prices in perspective. </p></div>

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Q: Should fence post concrete be above ground?

• <div><p>Ideally, your concrete should set slightly above ground at an angle sloping away from the fence post. This will add extra support and allow water to run away from the wood fence post. Keeping water out will help prevent wood rot. Additionally, you can add soil on top of the concrete for a seamless finish. </p></div>

Q: What are common chain link fence issues?

• <div><p>Issues include rust, loose posts, and damaged mesh. Regular maintenance prevents significant problems.</p></div>

Q: What is the best wood for a farm fence?

• <div><p>The best wood for a farm fence is pressure-treated wood that will stand up to various weather conditions, animal contact, and moisture. Farm fences need to resist rot and damage, so choose a species such as cedar or redwood. The natural oils in these woods give them decay resistance, which also makes them ideal for other fence types, such as a wooden <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/what-is-a-snow-fence.htm">snow fence</a>.</p></div>

Q: Can you put a fence over a gas line?

• <div><p>You can sometimes install a fence over a gas line. Fence installation typically requires a two-foot depth for posts, so if the lines are shallower than two feet, you cannot put a fence post over the line. You&rsquo;ll need to call 811 to get the gas lines located and marked before you start the project.</p></div>

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Last update on November 01, 2024

Reviewed in November 2024
Mike does Excellent work..very detailed about his service. He prides himself on doing a top notch job. When I need more painting or pressure washing done I will be contacting him If anyone would like to see what he has done at my house feel free to contact me Dave Merkley Merkley Meats 812 482...
Mike Dymond Quality Painting
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Reviewed in May 2024
Jacob and his team should up promptly in the drizzling rain . Installed my fence with efficiency and orchestrated team work. Very professional service.
Morton Fence Solutions
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Reviewed in May 2023
Sells man was very helpful and knowledgeable. Helped me picked the perfect fit for my home. Install was fast and workers were respectful of my property. Would definitely recommend to anyone needing Gutter Guards or other gutter work done.
Midwest Gutter & Filter
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Reviewed in February 2023
Language barrier sometimes an issue
Sandoval Professional Painting and Remodelacion
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Reviewed in May 2022
Worked very hard getting an old monster duct work and fan from the 1940's out of kitchen cabinets, and installed ductless stove hood in kitchen. Fixed an upstairs bathroom fan that I thought was a goner. Cut off a cast iron pipe outside from an old fence. Knowledgeable and efficient work!
D. R. Myers, LLC
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Reviewed in November 2021
They do excellent work and I would highly recommend them.
Precision Stoneworks, Inc.
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Reviewed in July 2020
Did everything I wanted and even more .The fence is a asset to the house. Would hire them again. Great job
Regional Maintenance Services
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Mann's Fencing

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Serving Ferdinand, IN and surrounding areas

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"He's a great worker and does good work. The fence has been there for about 7 years and still looks good. He doesn't overcharge either."

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Serving Ferdinand, IN and surrounding areas

In business since 1996

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"always did excellent work, high quality and finished on time and in budget. Rick and his crew always do a little extra and make sure your satisfied with everything, definitely experts at their job"

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Hampton Enterprise LLC

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Serving Ferdinand, IN and surrounding areas

In business since 1989

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"I only use James when I need some work done to my house. He responds fast, gets the work done quicker than just about anyone else I've ever used and seems very concerned with leaving his customers happy."

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Wiggins Construction & Excavation

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Serving Ferdinand, IN and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

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"Everything went extremely well!!! Tyson is very meticulous about his work. The pond is amazing. He even goes so far as sowing grass seed when he’s finished to leave things in great shape. In fact, I was so pleased with his work and work ethic that I offered him a couple more jobs if he was interested. He was and is doing a great job! One being restoring a building and another is demoing a current garage. I will definitely be spreading the word and recommending him. I will be calling him again with any future projects I may have."

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First City Roofing & Remediation

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Fencing questions, answered by experts

Retaining walls offer more value to a home if they also divert water, prevent erosion, or help support a foundation. The ROI of a retaining wall is between 100% and 200%.

Both fences and walls can increase your home’s value, but you’ll spend significantly more on a wall than you would on a fence. A stone wall costs approximately $5,000, a retaining wall costs $6,100, and a fence costs $3,200 on average to put prices in perspective.

Ideally, your concrete should set slightly above ground at an angle sloping away from the fence post. This will add extra support and allow water to run away from the wood fence post. Keeping water out will help prevent wood rot. Additionally, you can add soil on top of the concrete for a seamless finish.

Issues include rust, loose posts, and damaged mesh. Regular maintenance prevents significant problems.

The best wood for a farm fence is pressure-treated wood that will stand up to various weather conditions, animal contact, and moisture. Farm fences need to resist rot and damage, so choose a species such as cedar or redwood. The natural oils in these woods give them decay resistance, which also makes them ideal for other fence types, such as a wooden snow fence.

You can sometimes install a fence over a gas line. Fence installation typically requires a two-foot depth for posts, so if the lines are shallower than two feet, you cannot put a fence post over the line. You’ll need to call 811 to get the gas lines located and marked before you start the project.

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