Should you sand your fence before staining?

• <div><p>On most untreated wood fences, there is no need to sand before treating. You typically only need to sand if there’s an old coat of paint or stain on your fence. If you do need to sand off a previous paint or protective coating (like an old stain or sealant), use medium-grit sandpaper.</p></div>

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Q: What is the average cost of a fence around a pool?

• <div><p>The price of purchasing and <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/pool-fence-cost.htm">installing a fence around a pool</a> is dependent on the type of fence material you choose. On average, a pool fence can cost anywhere from $1,000 to $10,000+. Chain link and mesh fences are the least expensive options, while a fully glass fence will cost the most. Having an inground or above-ground pool will also be a key factor in determining fence prices.</p></div>

Q: What advantages do vinyl or PVC fences offer over traditional materials?

• <div><p>Vinyl or PVC fences offer low-maintenance features, weather resistance, and diverse style options, ideal for security and privacy without extensive upkeep.</p></div>

Q: How deep should I bury my garden fence?

• <div><p>You&rsquo;ll need to bury the garden fence about 1 foot underground. It&rsquo;s tempting to save on materials by burying the fence just a couple of inches, but if you do so, determined pests will still be able to dig under the fence and access your plants. Burying your garden fence deep into the soil is an important step that allows you to attach a wire barrier to the fencing. </p><p> Burrowing animals (like <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/voles-vs-moles.htm">voles, moles</a>, rabbits, and gophers) can&rsquo;t dig or chew through this wiring, meaning that you&rsquo;ll be keeping your prized petunias or your robust veggie garden from being eaten.</p></div>

Q: How much of a gap should be under a fence?

• <div><p>When considering how much of a gap should be under a fence or gate, a good rule of thumb is to keep gaps between 2 and 5 inches tall. This allows for some ground clearance for the gate but still provides safety for children and pets, who shouldn&rsquo;t be able to squeeze through a gap of that size.</p></div>

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Reviewed in October 2024
They did an excellent job repairing our fence. I will reach out to them for future projects.
Above and Beyond Protection
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Reviewed in August 2023
They did a fantastic job staining my fence. Their work exceeded my expectations!
H2O Obsessions
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Reviewed in March 2021
These guys started early and worked non-stop each day they were here until the job was done. My trees were quite mature, very close to our house with large limbs hanging over the house, and inside a fence. These guys know what they are doing! Once the job was complete there was no evidence trees...
Beaver Tree Service
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Reviewed in June 2020
Kelly and his staff did a great job. I started with one ask of staining a fence and he ended up doing multiple jobs around my property including gutters, which he found 6 dead squirrels and saved me lots of headaches by unclogging multiple blockages. He also did some other odd jobs and changed...
TK's IN&OUT Lawncare&Organization -
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Reviewed in June 2019
The job was not finished and completed. Kept making appointments and not keeping them. As update 9/13 Eric has came back and complete the work satisfactorily. Update 10/2/2019 as response to your comments I did inquire about additional work but no decision was made. Its not that I was looking...
Goliath Construction - Facebook
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Reviewed in February 2019
I am very pleased with our fence project! Very timely! Thanks again!
Andrades Fence
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Reviewed in January 2015
The chain link was crushed and repaired in 2 spots. 1st spot the link was straightened out and a new rail was replaced across the top. The piece of rail was way too short and had to be pieced together, which caused the fence to be someone wobbly/rickety. The 2nd spot a piece of link was...
The Fence Guy
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Reviewed in March 2014
Called on Friday. Came on Saturday as per appointment. And estimated $275.00 for job.scheduled on Tues. Showed up Mon afternoon and removed old damaged fence and prepped for new. Showed Tues morning and finished job. Left site in great condition. The type of servicer you dream of. <br />
Carpenter Fence
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Reviewed in February 2014
Excellent, one was over a pool and fence. It was removed and the stump ground without incident.
Jimbo's Tree Service
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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

The price of purchasing and installing a fence around a pool is dependent on the type of fence material you choose. On average, a pool fence can cost anywhere from $1,000 to $10,000+. Chain link and mesh fences are the least expensive options, while a fully glass fence will cost the most. Having an inground or above-ground pool will also be a key factor in determining fence prices.

On most untreated wood fences, there is no need to sand before treating. You typically only need to sand if there’s an old coat of paint or stain on your fence. If you do need to sand off a previous paint or protective coating (like an old stain or sealant), use medium-grit sandpaper.

Vinyl or PVC fences offer low-maintenance features, weather resistance, and diverse style options, ideal for security and privacy without extensive upkeep.

You’ll need to bury the garden fence about 1 foot underground. It’s tempting to save on materials by burying the fence just a couple of inches, but if you do so, determined pests will still be able to dig under the fence and access your plants. Burying your garden fence deep into the soil is an important step that allows you to attach a wire barrier to the fencing.

Burrowing animals (like voles, moles, rabbits, and gophers) can’t dig or chew through this wiring, meaning that you’ll be keeping your prized petunias or your robust veggie garden from being eaten.

When considering how much of a gap should be under a fence or gate, a good rule of thumb is to keep gaps between 2 and 5 inches tall. This allows for some ground clearance for the gate but still provides safety for children and pets, who shouldn’t be able to squeeze through a gap of that size.

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