Five Things to Consider When Installing a Fence in Boise, ID

Are you planning on installing a fence? Perhaps you’re completing landscaping on your property, and are eager to put the last touches on your yard. Or, you’re one of our new friends and neighbors moving into the area, and want to add a fence to the home you’re moving into. Maybe you’ve recently purchased a pet or are planning on expanding your family and want to make sure kids and animals stay on your property. Whatever the reason you have for wanting to install a fence, our team of experts at Certified Fencing are excited to help you on your fencing journey. We are passionate about serving our community here in the Treasure Valley, and we love to share our advice and expertise. Today, we’ll be sharing five questions you need to be considering if you’re planning on installing a fence.

1. Do you truly need a fence? 

As a fencing company, we’re always excited to help people install a fence! However, a fence is not required for most residential properties. As with any semi-permanent decisions, we encourage our clients to deeply consider the reason they want a fence. We hope that our services add value to your life and property, and ensuring that you are being intentional with your decision making means you’ll get exactly what you want, and not just because you’re following the status quo. 

2. Why do you want a fence?

Fences can be both functional and aesthetic. Consider the reason you want to install a fence. Do you want increased privacy while lounging in the yard, or more security centered around keeping trespassers off your property? Do you want to have more peace of mind by creating a barrier to keep pets and kids contained in your yard? Do you simply want the beautiful aesthetic of a classic and chic fence, or have you always dreamed of a white picket fence in front of your quaint little home? There are a multitude of reasons why adding a fence to your property is a fantastic idea, but knowing your unique why can help you choose the right material for you. Which leads us into our next consideration: 

3. Which fencing materials are a good fit for you?

Depending on the needs you’re hoping to meet through your new fence, different materials may be good for you. If you have a stately estate you want to enclose with a high-end and beautiful fence, consider wrought iron or aluminum fencing, both of which are decorative, classic, and elegant. If privacy is your top priority, consider vinyl or cedar wood fencing; these are two of the most popular materials among our residential clients because of the privacy they afford. 

4. Are you equipped to deal with the maintenance of your chosen fence? 

Different materials have different repair and maintenance needs. A little bit of quick research done before choosing your fence material can go a long way as you know exactly what you’re getting into. Most fencing materials are fairly easy to maintain, but some may fare better against sun and sprinkler damage or extremes in temperature or exposure to snow and ice. 

5. Do you need to find budget-friendly options? 

Just like any other landscaping or construction project, fencing can range from extremely expensive to easy on the wallet. Choosing a cheaper material such as chain link fencing can save you considerable cost, and decreasing the height of your fence or only encircling part of your property can save you money as well. You can also do more legwork before calling in the professionals, such as doing research on the specific regulations for your area, as this saves time that your fencing company will have to use on your project.

At Certified Fencing, we are passionate about helping our clients formulate and then execute the vision they have for their property. There are few things more satisfying than seeing our clients happy with the end result of our fencing services. We serve Boise, Eagle, Caldwell, Star, Kuna, Twin Falls, Nampa, Middleton, Fruitland, Meridian, ID, and all surrounding areas. Give us a call at (208) 449-2040 or fill out our online contact form for more information or a consultation today.