There are many benefits to adding a fence to your property, from increasing your curb appeal to more practical benefits like containing your children and their toys or rowdy pets. While all of these are wonderful reasons to install a fence you must keep in mind that you are not the only person whose property will be affected by this beneficial addition. Your entire neighborhood and most especially your neighbors on the other side of your fence will be impacted by your choices. If you want to be sure that you keep the peace and ensure your fence has a positive impact on those around you then here are a few tips for creating a fence that will make everyone happy.

The first thing to consider when you are planning to install a fence is your property line. You should review the papers you received when you bought your home to be sure you know where exactly your property ends and your neighbor’s begins. It is also a good idea to discuss your fence with your neighbors and be sure that you both agree on the property lines. Remember your fence will impact the look of their property too. Many neighbor hoods have rules about building a fence. You should confirm with your town or neighborhood association that your fence plans meet all requirements for maximum height, distance from the sidewalk, material choices and other important fencing guidelines. Having your plans approved ahead of time will save you a lot of time and money in the long run.

When you are ready to construct your fence be sure that the finished side of the fence faces out. While you may be tempted to have to best view of your fence be from your front porch the proper way to install a fence is so that the best view is from the street or your neighbor’s house. There are many fencing options. Shadow box fencing and board on board fencing both offer you the same look on both sides of your fence. If you choose either of these styles you will not have to worry about how your fence looks from any angle. Stockade fencing on the other hand only has one finished side so you will need to ensure that the finished side faces out. If you are planning to plant hedges or other vegetation around the inside of your fence this type of fencing is perfect because you won’t really see the fence from inside your property.

Proper spacing between posts and also between the bottom rail of your fence and the ground is crucial to creating a long lasting and effective fence for your property. Using gray gravel to line the holes for your fence posts is a great way to create a sturdy and reliable fence and still allow for proper drainage. If you space your posts 6 to 8 feet apart your fence will stand up better in severe weather. Some terrains or materials may call for posts to be placed closer together. If the bottom rail is too close to the ground bugs and moisture can greatly decrease the life of your fence. By keeping your fence at least 4 to 6 inches off the ground you will have a great looking fence that adds beauty and security to your property for many years too come.

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