This week is your last chance to get your fence repairs finished before the new year!
We all love the look of our lawn when we see it covered with a blanket of snow. A holiday wreath with a red bow on a white fence is a beautiful image which evokes strong emotions, reminding us of home and happy times. To achieve that look, the fence needs to be in good condition and well maintained. There is a lot to consider when it comes to fence maintenance. Here are some reasons why you should get your fence repairs finished before January rolls around.
Visual Inspection
The first thing you should do is walk along your entire fence line to see if there are any problem areas. Take note of anything that looks warped, broken, leaning, or missing. You will want to address these areas right away, before the severe winter weather makes any damage worse.
Wood Fences
There are a couple of kinds of wood fences and you should inspect them carefully. On a typical wooden fence, the boards can warp, split, fall down, or otherwise be damaged. Split rail fences are particularly prone to breakage in the winter because of the way they are constructed. Heavy snow and wind can cause all kinds of problems. The longer you wait to review and repair your fence, the worse its condition can become.
Vinyl Fences
If your vinyl fence was installed properly, it should be virtually maintenance free. Simply wiping off anything that may have stained them should be all you need to do. However, you should still inspect the entire fence to see if there is any damage from falling limbs or any other problems such as places where the fence needs to be reinforced.
Wrought Iron Fences
If you have a wrought iron fence, you are fortunate. Enjoy its beauty and the fact that it doesn’t require much maintenance. You shouldn’t have to do any repairs unless there is damage from tree limbs falling on them.
Fence maintenance is an ongoing task. If you take care of any necessary repairs now, your fence should make it through the cold winter weather and be in good shape when spring eventually arrives.
Residential Fences From Hercules Fence of Washington, DC
Hercules Fence DC has been providing homeowners with quality fences for over 50 years. We are well equipped to meet your needs, whether they are residential or commercial. We have extensive experience working with families and pet owners to keep the most important members of their home safe, so call us today about installing a new pet fence for your family. Contact us by giving us a call at 301-441-1600 or visiting us online. To see examples of our work, follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Google+, LinkedIn, Pinterest, and Flickr.
