To many, Fall is the most wonderful time of the year. Cooling temperatures and colorful, Fall foliage are tangible cues of the change in season, and fill us with anticipation of the coming holidays. Fall is also a time when many people make the shift from lawn mowing to leaf raking – with the occasional timeout for the kids or dog to jump in the leaf piles. Raking up those fall leaves is important. Keep too thick a cover of leaves and they may kill the lawn. What you might not have known is that they can even damage your fencing.

Fences are a source of privacy and security for your property. Not to mention, they create a nice aesthetic and can add curb appeal to any home. So, how do you know what style to choose when adding a new fence to your property? It turns out, there are many factors to consider, which is why we’re here to help make the decision a little easier for you. Let’s dive in!

A lattice top fence is a type of fencing that offers an added layer of privacy for your yard or patio and gives a pleasing and stylish aesthetic to your home. If you aren’t already familiar with lattice fencing, it consists of strategically placed diagonal slats that form a diamond pattern running all across the top section of the fence around its perimeter. Typically, the lattice top itself stands around a foot tall, but it can be made even taller, depending on the look and level of privacy you desire.

Being a career firefighter, I’m fortunate to have extra time to pursue my dreams of owning my own business. I started Firehouse Fence and Deck Stain 7 years ago. I enjoy interacting with customers and educating them on the importance and benefits of protecting, staining, and in some cases, revitalizing old wood.

Having a fence installed is an exciting step in protecting your home’s security and privacy, but before the first post is set in place, you have a little homework to do. To ensure your fence installation goes as smoothly as possible, complete the following items on our new fence checklist.

The fence post variation you select can have long-lasting effects. Not only do fence posts contribute to how durable your fence is, but they also affect longevity and curb appeal. You may choose to stick with a classic fence post option that matches the rest of your fence or maybe a custom option better suits your design preferences. No matter what concept you have in mind for your fence, one of these post ideas is sure to fit the bill.

Adding a fence is a no-brainer for most properties; after all, they boost curb appeal, increase privacy and security, and define your property lines. However, there is no one-size-fits-all fencing solution for every property, so before you build your fence, take some time to research your choices and consider the following points before you make your fencing selections.

All fences provide privacy, security, and a beautiful backyard focal point. However, there are some fencing types that have an additional aesthetic focus.  If you want to add a decorative fence to your yard, but need some inspiration, this guide is for you! Below we will cover some of the most popular decorative fencing options.

One of the more unique variations of wood privacy fences is a shadowbox fence. Shadowbox fences are constructed with the standard picket or dog eared picket, but instead of placed side by side as in a typical privacy fence, the boards are alternated on either side of the fence rail – about two to three inches apart. The final effect creates shadows – resulting in the moniker. If you’re on the fence (pun intended) about selecting a shadowbox style fence, take a look at some of their most notable features below.