From the initial inspection through to your completed fence, the team at Roanoke Fence, are here to help you every step of the way. We offer the finest quality materials, expert craftsmanship, professional installations, and the highest levels of customer service.
812-3453-4344Start by evaluating the current fence. Decide whether you'll remove the entire structure or reuse certain elements like the posts. Check with your local zoning office about height limits and boundary guidelines before making changes, and make a rough calculation of the posts and panels you'll need so the project doesn't stall halfway through.
This step often requires removing boards, panels, and possibly old concrete footings. Use a reciprocating saw to cut through screws or nails and a post puller or shovel to extract fence posts.
This is where you choose your new fence material, if you had a wood fence you can choose a different type of wood or you can go with a different material. Here at Roanoke Fence we offer fences made out of these materials: Wood, Vinyl, Aluminum, Ornamental Iron and Chain Link.
After you decide what would your next fence material be, it's time to set new posts. We use a post hole digger or auger to dig holes at consistent intervals. Set the posts in concrete for added stability and ensure they are level and aligned. Perimtec posts come pre-punched for easy assembly, making it easier to get a clean, straight result.
It's time to install your new fence, we will make sure the installation is fast to minimize disruptions to your daily routine while delivering a high-quality installation that exceeds your expectations. After we get done, we will do a quick inspection to make sure your fence is perfect.
Assessing the damage to your fence is important, it can help you decide whether to replace or repair it. Here is how to evaluate the situation and the low down on fixing a fence:
Visual inspection: look for obvious signs of damage like rot, cracks, warping and loose panels and less obvious signs, like wear and tear that could become a problem down the line
Structural integrity: check fence posts and gravel boards for stability. Push the fence to see if it moves or feels unstable in any way. If the structure wobbles the fence post could be rotten and this indicates much more extensive work is required
The extent of damage: if more than 20-30% of the fence panels and post are damaged, replacing fence panels is often more cost-effective than repair
Age and material: the age of your fence and the material it is made from will affect its resilience. Consider the lifespan of your fence when deciding to replace or repair
Repair history: if you have already repaired the fence many times and the problem is reoccuring, it is probably time to replace your fence. Frequent repairs are a sign that the fences and its components have reached the end of their lifespan
Signs like the following will mean the fencing is beyond economic repair:
Insect damage: if your panels and post have small holes and sawdust-like frass then you probably have an insect infestation problem
Fence Leaning: a fence that leans will require new fence posts and possibly footings
Rot: if the wood is wet when it should not be, soft and crumbly, the wood is probably rotten and beyond repair
Splitting and cracking: large splits and fractures to the panels or fence posts cannot be repaired and should be replaced
If you encounter any of these signs, especially in multiple areas, it might be time to replace your boundary fence. Always consider the long-term implications of your choices and balance the immediate cost against the expected lifespan and future maintenance of your fence.
If you have any of these problems with your fence it's time for a replacement: insect damage, splitting and cracking, fence leaning and fence rotting.
It's impossible to guess what your fence will cost because the price varies widely based on the fence panel height, the amount of fencing you are installing and the material. If you want to know the exact cost of your future fence, call us and we will give you a quote for free.
If you are looking for a fence that will stand the test of time, you really cannot get better than a metal fence. The durability, not to mention security, offered by metal fencing materials like steel fences, aluminum fences, and ornamental iron fences cannot be matched by other types of fences.