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J Phelps General Contracting

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J Phelps General Contracting

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30 years of experience

J Phelps General Contracting has been in business for 21 years. Experienced in both residential and commercial building. Our crew is a total of 4 and we use local sub contractors for excavation, electrical, and masonry. We are fully insured and registered with the state of PA.

J Phelps General Contracting has been in business for 21 years. Experienced in both residential and commercial building. Our crew is a total of 4 and we use local sub contractors for excavation, electrical, and masonry. We are fully insured and registered with the state of PA.

Fishers Fence

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Fishers Fence

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16 years of experience

Fishers Fence is a small business that specializes in residential fence projects. We also complete commercial jobs, including gas drilling site projects. Fishers Fence is a family run business with a combined fence installation experience of over 50 years. We have completed jobs that consist of any where from a small yard enclosure to chain link in the sea.

Fishers Fence is a small business that specializes in residential fence projects. We also complete commercial jobs, including gas drilling site projects. Fishers Fence is a family run business with a combined fence installation experience of over 50 years. We have completed jobs that consist of any where from a small yard enclosure to chain link in the sea.

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Taylor Contracting

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Taylor Contracting

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20 years of experience

We are a full service residential contractor with over thirty years of experience in the business.We are registered in the state of Pennsylvania (registration #PA082397) and we are fully insured. We pride ourselves on doing quality work at a fair price. We provide free estimates and will gladly come to your home to talk with you about your project so that we know exactly what you want and answer any questions you may have.

We are a full service residential contractor with over thirty years of experience in the business.We are registered in the state of Pennsylvania (registration #PA082397) and we are fully insured. We pride ourselves on doing quality work at a fair price. We provide free estimates and will gladly come to your home to talk with you about your project so that we know exactly what you want and answer any questions you may have.

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Fencing questions, answered by experts

Both nails and screws are common in fence construction, including on pickets. Some builders prefer to use nails when connecting the pickets to the rails and screws when connecting the rails to the posts. However, the best option usually depends on the type of wood fencing and the variety of wood you choose.

Moisture and rot are the largest threat to wooden fences. Stain can help your wood fence last 15 to 20 years, but only if you choose a stain with waterproofing qualities or add a sealant. Oil-based stains create a thicker moisture barrier than water-based stains, though both are mold and mildew resistant. You’ll generally need to re-stain your fence every one to eight years to get full protection.

A fence installer or homeowner should place a snow fence upwind of the desired drift area, while keeping the prevailing wind direction in mind. When installing a snow fence, its posts should be sturdy, as they will be the weakest areas in terms of tensile strength. Posts should be buried at one-third their height and placed no more than eight feet apart.

Generally, the height of your dog fence should be 3 times the distance from the ground to your dog’s shoulder. For most small breeds, a 4-foot high fence will be more than enough to keep them from jumping out. Medium-sized breeds like Golden Retrievers, Labradors, and German Shepherds will need at least a 5-6 foot fence to stay contained. Large breeds that are also excellent jumpers, such as Greyhounds, may need a 7-foot high fence. 

Wood, vinyl, chain link, and aluminum are common materials. Choose based on durability, maintenance needs, and aesthetics.

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