One of the most common questions we are asked, is "What kind of fence do I need?" Many variables come into play, check out some of the styles below, and when they are best used. Most of all, take both wind damage and personal preference into consideration when choosing your fence.
Double Sided
This is a standard double sided, alternating privacy fence. The best solution for any yard with a long stretches. These allow for adequate air flow, great privacy and, they always look great. Certainly the most common, and most recommended fence style.
Pros: Wind and noise protection
Affordable, especially without lattice topping
Cons: Not completely private
This is a standard double sided, alternating privacy fence. The best solution for any yard with a long stretches. These allow for adequate air flow, great privacy and, they always look great. Certainly the most common, and most recommended fence style.
Pros: Wind and noise protection
Affordable, especially without lattice topping
Cons: Not completely private
Double Sided
This is a common fence, as the lattice ads a nice style to fence. Alternating boards allow for wind flow. These are 5' boards, with a 1' lattice above.
Pros: Wind and noise protection. Very attractive style
Cons: Not completely private
More expensive
This is a common fence, as the lattice ads a nice style to fence. Alternating boards allow for wind flow. These are 5' boards, with a 1' lattice above.
Pros: Wind and noise protection. Very attractive style
Cons: Not completely private
More expensive
Chain Link
Chain Link fence is a very common solution. Affordable and completely wind proof. There is no privacy, other than clearly marking a boundary line.
Pros: Available in very high applications
Cheapest option
Very fast setup
Cons: No privacy
No warmth
Chain Link fence is a very common solution. Affordable and completely wind proof. There is no privacy, other than clearly marking a boundary line.
Pros: Available in very high applications
Cheapest option
Very fast setup
Cons: No privacy
No warmth
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Privacy
Privacy is a favorite for many. Just like the name says, it provides privacy in your space. All of the boards are on one side, essentially creating a wall. Pros: very good privacy barrier The most AFFORDABLE fence style Cons: Not much detail, considered "plain" looking |
Complete Privacy
Complete privacy fences are a common choice among home owners.
Complete privacy, both visual and noise makes this a popular choice.
Pros: 100% privacy
Attractive
Many design options available
Cons: Not good on long spans due to wind damage
Picket Fence
Picket fences are about as classic as they come. Considered very "cute", they add texture and curb appeal to a home. The offer no visual privacy, but can keep pet's in/out and are great around gardens and front yards.
Pros: Attractive
Provides an option to have a fence in the front yard.
Very affordable
Cons: No privacy
Picket fences are about as classic as they come. Considered very "cute", they add texture and curb appeal to a home. The offer no visual privacy, but can keep pet's in/out and are great around gardens and front yards.
Pros: Attractive
Provides an option to have a fence in the front yard.
Very affordable
Cons: No privacy