Wood Fence Installation Surrey
When it comes to building a fence, wooden fences are the number one choice for most home owners as they have a classic aesthetic and are durable if installed properly. Most people go with a classic vertical board fence, there are many installation methods available to give a custom style to your fence. Wood fences add a certain natural beauty to your home and helps to tie the landscape together. When our team installs a wood fence for you, you can be sure the we use the highest quality materials. Cedar and pine are the most common used woods for fences but cypress and redwood can be used as well. While the cheap option may look the most attractive up front, you want to take a look at how much it will cost to maintain your fence over the long run and budget accordingly. Our team at Surrey Fence Builders will typically recommend cedar as the best option, we have also listed out some other alternatives. Whichever material you choose, we'll always make sure you make an informed decision before we ever install your fence. Pine Pine is a common pick as it is more of a budget friendly option being relatively inexpensive to work with. One of the downfalls with pine though is it does not have natural insect repelling substances compared to other types of wood. If pine is the option you decide to go with, we recommend pine that has been pressure treated as this will help to combat against insect infestation and rot. Pine can be a bit more susceptible to damage compared to other wood materials but is one of the more easier materials to work with. Cedar Cedar is our preferred pick as it doesn't require much maintenance and it has a built in natural insect repelling substances and oils in the wood. The combination of a pleasant scent and a beautiful aesthetic make it a desirable choice for any fence project. Due it its rot resistant properties, if properly installed an maintained cedar can have a considerably long lifespan. In the long run, cedar fences tend to be the more economical choice of wood even though it may be a little more costly upfront. Cypress Cypress can be an alternative to cedar as it also contains the natural insect resistant oils in the wood. The wood itself has a great aroma and contains very few knots in the wood. It's generally in a similar price point to cedar. Redwood Redwood also has the insect resistant properties just like the two previously mentioned woods. When installed and maintained properly, it can also last for a very long time. Some people opt to use redwood as they prefer unique look that it gives. Redwood is typically in the same price range as cedar but depending on the type, it can be more expensive. |
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An average wooden fence can last anywhere from 10-30 years. With high quality materials, proper installation, and maintenance work done, you are typically looking at the latter half of that range. Having your a fence installed by an experienced contractor and using quality wood will significantly decrease the chance of repairs being required on your fence. Our team at Surrey Fence Builders will make sure you are making an informed decision when having a fence installed by us. We'll get the best material for your unique situation and make sure we work with you on your budget.
Wood Fence Contractor Surrey
Another decision that needs to be made for a wood fence is the type of style and design. With many different options to choose from, we go over some of the most popular choices below:
Wood Picket Fence A wood picket fence is pretty synonymous with a "traditional" detached home in North America. It's a great way to section off your property and create a deterrent for entry. It acts as a barrier for your home but doesn't necessarily provide high level security due to the nature of how the fence is built. Picket fences are typically installed in front yards, gardens, and pool enclosures. These fences are usually built to be 3-4 feet tall and will have a pointed design on the top which helps to shed precipitation. With the sheer volume of precipitation that we receive in the lower mainland, it's important to know the protective measures and maintenance work required for general upkeep. Vertical Board Fence Vertical board fences are the typical wood fence that you see in most backyards. The structure is sturdy and durable and won't sag to gravity compared to horizontal based fences. When you couple a vertical fence with a naturally durable material like cedar, you've got the perfect recipe for a long lasting build. A unique feature of this type of fence is that they can be installed on uneven grounds and shar slopes as well. The fence boards can be manipulated in a way to match the contour of the ground. Vertical fences are also a natural privacy fence as you get both noise and wind protection from the fence itself. With a typical fence being 6ft tall, you also create some privacy from the structure itself. Horizontal Fence Horizontal fences have become more popular in recent times as it provides a modern and sleek design look. If you are going for a contemporary look for your landscape, a horizontal fence is a must. The design of the horizontal fence actually makes the surrounding spaces look and feel larger. When building a horizontal fence, we recommending using higher quality wood to reduce the possibilities of sagging. Lattice Fence Lattice fences are another common type of fence that is typically seen in backyards. The top portion of the fence has a crisscross design that is similar to the top of some pies. You do give up a portion of privacy with the lattice design but it allows for air and light to pass through. If you enjoy the aesthetic of plants growing up a fence, a lattice design can be a perfect enabler for that. Lattice fences can be an excellent option for gardens, decks, patios, and pools where complete privacy may not necessarily be required. If you want the best of both worlds, a lattice design on top of a vertical board fence can be a great design option. Take a look at the photo on the right for an example. Louver Fence For the perfect mix of privacy and air flow, a louver fence is the way to go. When you look straight on at the fence, you aren't able to look through it but from a certain angle, you are able to peak through. Areas such as pools, gardens, and decks are some great places for this style of fence. Louvered fences are slanted by nature and are installed in a way that provides privacy, coverage from the elements, and decent air flow. Post and Rail Fence One of the most inexpensive fence types is a post and rail fence. This type of fence is typically seen for properties such as farms and for those with large plots of land. The main purpose of a post and rail fence is for enclosing land, creating a barrier for livestock, or creating any sort of arbitrary boundary between two properties or areas. Due to its relatively inexpensive cost, larger spaces can take advantage of this type of fencing. |