How long do wire fences last?

• <div><p>The lifespan of wire fencing heavily depends on factors like gauge, material, coating type, and environmental conditions. However, with proper maintenance, many wire fences last for <b>20 to 30 years</b>.<b> </b>Coastal areas or regions with high rainfall may see reduced lifespans of <b>10 to 15 years </b>due to increased corrosion risk. </p></div>

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Q: How deep should I set shadowbox fence posts?

• <div><p>Post depth for shadowbox fences should be at least two feet deep plus an additional foot for every foot of fence height above four feet. For a standard six-foot fence, this means a minimum depth of 3 feet. This depth helps to protect the structural integrity of your fence in the face of wind, soil movement, and seasonal ground shifts </p></div>

Q: Should I get a double fence gate for my yard?

• <div><p>If you only use your gate as a pedestrian, walking through without a vehicle, you&rsquo;re fine to stick with a single fence gate. If your fence opening needs to accommodate vehicles of any kind, from cars to trucks to 4-wheelers, then a double fence gate will suit the space much better and give you more freedom. </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>

Q: Can a fence be put up without your permission?

• <div><p>In most cases, a fence can only be built on your property with your consent. Not obtaining permission constitutes an encroachment and a violation of your property rights. However, exceptions may apply, such as when the fence is entirely within the property boundaries of the person putting it up and the fence complies with local zoning laws and regulations. If you think a fence infringes on your property or is not up to local standards, consult with local authorities or legal experts to address the issue and protect your property rights.</p></div>

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Dylan did 2 roofing jobs for me. The first he did an excellent job. I hired him for a second job to replace roofs on 5 homestead cabins. He pulled off the old roofs, put down new underlayment and never came back I paid him 2 installments as per our contract but not the last third which was...
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Reviewed in March 2023
Western Montana Roofing is the kind of company I'd have work on my house any day. The main reasons are, trustful, honest, and hardworking. They got to my house to do a job and they got it done quick. Not only that, but this company will work on some pretty cold days. Im giving this company 5...
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Reviewed in February 2021
I had my normal crew of cleaners bail on me the day I had a family coming a 3 night stay. I had a couple leave the day of the next family coming in. A switchback as they call it so to try and find a new cleaner in a 5 hour period and to get the job(2 1/2 hour minimum with 2 people) done was...
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Project: Repair, replace and clean interior stack on wood burning stove. So, so happy with the work that was done. Felt comfortable enough speaking with Mark over the phone to give him access to my cabin while I wasn't there. Left the work area cleaner than he found it. Cost of the job was far...
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Had reception problems for years. They came, put a new antenna up and checked the wiring, scanned the channels on the TV's. Great job.
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Honest and very reliable. We will hire again and recommend to everyone! Al is a very kind man who knows his skills well and it shows. I recommend to anyone looking for a very good electrician.
Armko Electric, Inc.
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Reviewed in August 2018
Knowledgeable neat and clean job highly recommend
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Amazing. Kerry and her husband were WONDERFUL. They were very honest about the pros and cons of the properties, and were a blast to look at properties with. Because of them, I found my dream property and absolutely love it. They helped me every step of the way through the sale, and have been an...
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provider was to bring osb and lumber to site and place where contractors needed it, they basically just dropped it off and ran. don't buy from this place, his prices change like his attitude and not in a good way <br />
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HORRID and TERRIBLE service and a complete lack of professionalism. DON'T hire these people. Not only will they not return your call for an estimate but if and when they do show up at the job, they will do nothing but complain. Complain about materials, the pitch of the roof, everything is a...
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The Siding Center

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Serving Lincoln, MT and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

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"I found David to be warm, friendly and professional. We made an appointment for the quote and he was punctual. I did explain that I was in the process of a home refinance, but was in no hurry for the actual work. Fall is coming soon and it might be best to wait until next spring to replace the windows. We were very happy with his professionalism and his ideas on the siding and decking. However, the appointment was on July 27 and I still don't have even a ball park number (today is Aug 26th). I did receive an email on Aug 14th saying he has bee real busy and that he would be back with me soon. Since, we haven't heard back, and have not received a quote we have contracted with another company.
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Integrity LandscapeLLC

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Serving Lincoln, MT and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

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Emergency services offered

"Everything went well and smooth. I had no problems with this company."

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AWG Inc, All Weather Greenhouses

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Serving Lincoln, MT and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

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"It was very good, they professional. They did a great job with the post, they have good persons and they also make sure everything was perfect."

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THE CANINE TRAINERS

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Serving Lincoln, MT and surrounding areas

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We are The Canine Trainers. We deal with Pet training and installations of Electronic pet fences.

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Hampton Enterprise LLC

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Serving Lincoln, MT 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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Fencing questions, answered by experts

Post depth for shadowbox fences should be at least two feet deep plus an additional foot for every foot of fence height above four feet. For a standard six-foot fence, this means a minimum depth of 3 feet. This depth helps to protect the structural integrity of your fence in the face of wind, soil movement, and seasonal ground shifts

If you only use your gate as a pedestrian, walking through without a vehicle, you’re fine to stick with a single fence gate. If your fence opening needs to accommodate vehicles of any kind, from cars to trucks to 4-wheelers, then a double fence gate will suit the space much better and give you more freedom.

The lifespan of wire fencing heavily depends on factors like gauge, material, coating type, and environmental conditions. However, with proper maintenance, many wire fences last for 20 to 30 years. Coastal areas or regions with high rainfall may see reduced lifespans of 10 to 15 years due to increased corrosion risk.

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.

In most cases, a fence can only be built on your property with your consent. Not obtaining permission constitutes an encroachment and a violation of your property rights. However, exceptions may apply, such as when the fence is entirely within the property boundaries of the person putting it up and the fence complies with local zoning laws and regulations. If you think a fence infringes on your property or is not up to local standards, consult with local authorities or legal experts to address the issue and protect your property rights.

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