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Blakely Fence and Forge LLC

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Blakely Fence and Forge LLC

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Super Service Award
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3 years of experience

At Blakely Fence and Forge we pride ourselves on delivering high quality work, done timely at reasonable rates. My family has served this state for generations and now its our turn to offer superior workmanship to our neighbors. Whatever your need in fencing and metal work, we have you covered, no job too big, too small, or too complex, we wont stop until you are 100 percent satisfied.

"Top notch! It was a complicated day. Many workers in a small area. Blake focused on getting a lovely wooden fence completed with many feet and trucks shuffling around a small area. He remained congenial and flexible with the whole crowd working. And the fence was complete with all the hardware I requested. I highly recommend him."

Jessica B on September 2025

At Blakely Fence and Forge we pride ourselves on delivering high quality work, done timely at reasonable rates. My family has served this state for generations and now its our turn to offer superior workmanship to our neighbors. Whatever your need in fencing and metal work, we have you covered, no job too big, too small, or too complex, we wont stop until you are 100 percent satisfied.

"Top notch! It was a complicated day. Many workers in a small area. Blake focused on getting a lovely wooden fence completed with many feet and trucks shuffling around a small area. He remained congenial and flexible with the whole crowd working. And the fence was complete with all the hardware I requested. I highly recommend him."

Jessica B on September 2025

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Splatter Paint and Home Improvement services

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Splatter Paint and Home Improvement services

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1 years of experience

Our business has more than 25 years of exterior and interior painting experience,we also offer just about any handyman project you need built, repaired or can dream up. We also offer cleaning services from in home to production level. There is honestly very little we can't do for you,so gives us a chance. It's a decision you won't regret! Free estimate

Our business has more than 25 years of exterior and interior painting experience,we also offer just about any handyman project you need built, repaired or can dream up. We also offer cleaning services from in home to production level. There is honestly very little we can't do for you,so gives us a chance. It's a decision you won't regret! Free estimate

Citoss

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Citoss

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9 years of experience

We are a new veteran owner company servicing all regions of Maine. Currently we have two employees and specialize in landscaping and irrigation systems. We also provide a wide array of "handyman" services, so feel free to reach out. We can work with any budget and will work with you to make the billing process as simple as needed. Fair, honest and affordable.

We are a new veteran owner company servicing all regions of Maine. Currently we have two employees and specialize in landscaping and irrigation systems. We also provide a wide array of "handyman" services, so feel free to reach out. We can work with any budget and will work with you to make the billing process as simple as needed. Fair, honest and affordable.

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Acme Property Services, LLC.

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Acme Property Services, LLC.

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12 years of experience

Acme is a growing company that strives to satisfy it's customers and deliver the best services available at reasonable prices.

Acme is a growing company that strives to satisfy it's customers and deliver the best services available at reasonable prices.

Gordon Contracting Inc.

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Gordon Contracting Inc.

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79 years of experience

We are a full service landscape company originally established in 1946 as Gordon Construction. The company was purchased in 2007 by the current owner (Brian Howard), who has 15 years experience in the landscape industry. Brian has completed over $18,000,000 worth of landscape projects since he began in 1999. We have extensive experience in all things exterior. Please view our Website for more details. We can design, build, and install your project, within your budget. We are fully insured, bonded, and are an SBA Certified HUBZone small business.

We are a full service landscape company originally established in 1946 as Gordon Construction. The company was purchased in 2007 by the current owner (Brian Howard), who has 15 years experience in the landscape industry. Brian has completed over $18,000,000 worth of landscape projects since he began in 1999. We have extensive experience in all things exterior. Please view our Website for more details. We can design, build, and install your project, within your budget. We are fully insured, bonded, and are an SBA Certified HUBZone small business.

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Fencing questions, answered by experts

The bottom strand should sit between 12 to 15 inches from the ground. If you have a problem with small critters, you can aim for 8 inches. Three-strand fences should be 16 to 19 inches apart, four-strand fences should be 10 to 12 inches apart, and five-strand fences should be 8 and 10 inches apart.

Fences last anywhere from 10 to 50 years. Metal and glass fences have some of the longest lifespans, while wooden fences have one of the shortest lifespans, lasting around 15 years on average. Vinyl fences last somewhere in between, at around 20 to 30 years. You can extend the life of your fence by taking good care of it. Routine maintenance, like inspecting the fence, cleaning it, and repairing any sections that need it can go a long way.

The type of horse fence that’s most effective in the short term depends on your budget. Plastic fencing works as a temporary fence idea for those on a tight budget but doesn’t offer as much protection. Pipe fencing can be a short-term option as well. Despite its high cost, you can install and remove it easily if you need to relocate your pasture area.

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.

The depth of your post hole depends on your post length. If you decide on a two-rail fence, the posts are likely 6 feet long. You want your hole to be at least 1/3 of the post length. In this case, your post hole should be two feet deep.

If you opt for a three-rail fence, the posts will typically be 7 feet long, meaning your post hole should be 28 inches deep.

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