Roper Quality Metal Services LLC is committed to excellence, every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business. Call us today!
Roper Quality Metal Services LLC is committed to excellence, every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business. Call us today!
Family owned and operated since 1971, Valley Park Welding is here for any of your welding needs. With our third generation owners, we have the knowledge and experience to make sure your job is done right the first time! Please call for a free estimate. We look forward to working with you!
"I received great value with person care and attention!"
Chris G on August 2019
Family owned and operated since 1971, Valley Park Welding is here for any of your welding needs. With our third generation owners, we have the knowledge and experience to make sure your job is done right the first time! Please call for a free estimate. We look forward to working with you!
"I received great value with person care and attention!"
Loretto Welding & Fab LLC is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have years of hands-on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today!
"These guys were amazing. They were very helpful with decision making and kept me updated through the entire process.
Great to work with. "
Robyn G on August 2025
Loretto Welding & Fab LLC is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have years of hands-on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today!
"These guys were amazing. They were very helpful with decision making and kept me updated through the entire process.
Great to work with. "
There's nothing like creating a functional, fun and comfortable living space, whether it's indoors or outdoors! And with 20 years of experience we can create such a space for you!
There's nothing like creating a functional, fun and comfortable living space, whether it's indoors or outdoors! And with 20 years of experience we can create such a space for you!
St. Charles Home Improvements is a partnership bringing together over 25 years of knowledge and expertise in the construction and insurance (as pertaining to construction) fields. We offer a variety of promotional discounts and savings pertaining to first-time and repeat customers, as well as special offers for referrals and reviews.
St. Charles Home Improvements is a partnership bringing together over 25 years of knowledge and expertise in the construction and insurance (as pertaining to construction) fields. We offer a variety of promotional discounts and savings pertaining to first-time and repeat customers, as well as special offers for referrals and reviews.
A family owned company for more than 25 years, we employee a small group of employees who create some of the most beautiful custom iron and metal work you have ever seen!
A family owned company for more than 25 years, we employee a small group of employees who create some of the most beautiful custom iron and metal work you have ever seen!
Fence installation, gate operators, commercial and residential grades, estate gates, family owned company with under 15 employees, 35 years plus of experience
Fence installation, gate operators, commercial and residential grades, estate gates, family owned company with under 15 employees, 35 years plus of experience
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Wrought Iron questions, answered by experts
Pickets should sit at least 2 inches off the ground to encourage groundwater to flow underneath. Pickets can sit as much as 6 inches off the ground, but setting it any higher could let pets in or out of your yard unintentionally. These are not to be confused with the fence posts anchored underground with soil or concrete footing.
Deer can crawl under a fence if it has a gap of around 6 inches or more. Make sure to close all gaps at the bottom of your fence to keep deer out, and the bottom of the material should be tightly secured, or the deer will push right through it. As an added benefit, closing shorter gaps at the bottom of a fence can also keep rabbits out of your yard.
While many fence companies and fence material retailers refer to their metal fencing as wrought iron fencing, most of it is actually ornamental wrought iron fence. This means that the fence is made to look like traditional wrought iron but is actually made out of either steel or aluminum.
Old wrought iron fences typically found at estate sales or on older properties are much heavier and much more prone to rust than the ornamental wrought iron that newer homes and fences use.
Because it's cost-effective and does a great job of keeping pests out and plants in, vinyl is probably the best option for building a DIY garden fence. The material is also easier to work with than metal, which may prompt a homeowner to tackle the project themselves instead of hiring a pro.
Chicken wire is also a great option to put on top of your vinyl fencing, as it’s budget-friendly and easily accessible.
The distance between fence posts depends on the type of fence you’re installing. Wood and metal fence posts should be between 5 feet and 8 feet apart. Chain-link fence posts can be closer together at 4 feet apart, or the spacing can be up to 10 feet apart. Vinyl fence posts can be between 6 feet and 8 feet apart, and wire fence posts can be up to 12 feet apart.
The Washington, MO homeowners’ guide to wrought iron services
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
