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Handyman Unlimited
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Serving Amherst, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2014

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"He is doing a number of things for my wife and my self painting roof repair carpentry work he still has more to do very nice to deal with and he takes pride in his work doing a great job"
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+24

Response time1 hour
Response rate94%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Green Mountain Remodeling, LLC
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Serving Amherst, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

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"James did a fantastic job on our deck. We needed to install new posts, as the old ones were not to code and beginning to deteriorate. It was the hottest day of the summer and all new posts were installed by early afternoon, and the deck above was raised a few inches back into level. The next day, tongue and groove, and new lighting was installed below the joists. The place looks like a million bucks. James was efficient, pleasant, and knew what he was doing. I would highly recommend green mountain to anyone looking to have work done on their home."
Response time2 hrs
Response rate94%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Crowned Fence
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Serving Amherst, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

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Emergency services offered

"Zac was excellent to work with and did great work. We had him install a black aluminum picket fence in our yard. The price was great and quality is excellent. He was very responsive to questions and concerns when they came up a couple of times. I would highly recommend to anyone looking to have a fence installed in the greater Lynchburg area."
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Aluminum Ornamental
Black Chain-link - 4'
Aluminum Ornamental
Aluminum Ornamental

+20

Response time5 hrs
Recommended by77%of homeowners
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Fencing questions, answered by experts

A horizontal fence is typically more expensive to build than a vertical fence, often costing between 10% and 20% more. The higher cost is due to the need for a higher grade of lumber and more posts to prevent the boards from sagging, which increases both material and labor expenses. Despite the higher price, horizontal fences tend to be more durable and offer a more distinct, modern look compared to the more common vertical picket style. However, they may not be the best option for privacy, as there can be slight gaps between the horizontal rails.

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.

DIY is feasible with the proper tools and manual labor, though experienced installers ensure durability and precise alignment.

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.

A split rail fence is not typically considered among types of dog fencing. Many dogs are small enough to slip out between or under rails, and dangerous pests like coyotes can slip in. However, adding wire mesh to a split rail fence can add the security needed for dog safety without compromising the timeless look that makes the split rail style appealing.

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