Updated August 9, 2018 Your wooden fence plays a key role in the overall protection and beauty of your home or business. But, sometimes things can happen to it! Sometimes damage from a storm could occur or something else that causes a portion of a fence to be in disrepair, even though the rest of it is still in great condition. Rather than replacing the entire fence, you may still be able to get a…
Here is a short video of pressure washing a fence, before and after. Remember to test the fence to make sure your pressure washer won't damage the wood or paint (if it is painted)!
Updated: August 2019 Cleaning A Wooden Fence Dreaming of a clean wood fence? Then we need to talk a bit about the climate. Seasons come and seasons go. But in the Pacific Northwest, it’s sometimes hard to tell. With the exception of summer, which seems to arrive fully formed each year on July 5, the other three seasons tend to blend into each other. Rainy fall turns to rainy winter turns to rainy spring, and…
Updated November 2017 When it comes to building a fence, it is important to have install fence posts to ensure the most stable wooden fence possible. Installing fence posts is a critical component that's responsible for keeping your enclosure upright and straight. Installing a fence post can be tricky business but with right knowledge and tools, you can get the job done. To start with, make sure you buy the right kind of wooden posts. …
We have all seen it before: The sagging fence gate that has difficulty closing and drives us crazy. On an old fence you may find that the gate is often the thing that starts to go first. But what if you are not ready for a new fence and simply want to bring the life back into the gate ? Here are some simple ways to get your gate working properly again. To begin, you…
Vinyl fencing has become a reliable substitute for wood and chain link fence over the recent years and is continuing to grow in popularity. Vinyl is very different than traditional fencing solutions and it is good to examine how before deciding whether or not vinyl fencing is the right product for you. Should you find yourself considering Vinyl fence be sure to do some research and ask the tough questions before making a final decision. …
Updated: August 2019 How To Stain A Fence Yourself Let’s face it: Staining a fence can definitely seem like a daunting, tedious, and unappealing task. But it doesn’t have to be! Although it can be time-consuming depending on the size, shape, age, and condition of your wooden fence, it’s also one of the most rewarding chores that we undertake as homeowners and property owners. Why? A newly stained and treated fence is beautiful to look…
Keeping a wooden fence in top shape is important when it comes to extending the life of your fence. Unfortunately, many fences will have a shortened life span because they were neglected and not taken care of in a proper manner. There are a number of things you can do to keep your wooden fence from rotting and all it takes is a few materials, some time and a bit of elbow grease. For starters,…
Preparing your yard for the winter elements can be a daunting task, especially if you live in an area with extreme weather. It is important to take preventative measures in order to protect your investments especially if you have a large fence enclosure in your yard. If you have an old fence it is a good idea to check how stable it is and make sure it has not weakened due to rotting. Give it…
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