How to Save Money on a New Fence in Boise, ID

Installing a fence is typically a necessity, especially if your family has children or pets that must be safely contained in your yard. Costs can add up quickly as you pay to maintain your home, and fencing is no different, particularly if you have a lot of ground to cover. When the inevitable time comes for you to replace or install a new fence here in Boise, ID, there are a number of ways you can save money if you’re willing to allow a bit of flexibility. We know how tempting it is to choose your dream fence, and if you have the budget to do so, Certified Fencing is always eager to serve our clients! However, many of us actively seek to find ways to save our hard-earned money, and we hope these five tips can help you get the most bang out of your buck: 

1. Choose a Budget-Friendly Material
   The cost of the exact same length of fencing can differ drastically based on the materials used. Wrought iron is expensive fencing material to produce and ship. It’s a beautiful choice that invokes an air of sophistication and class to any property, but it’s by far the costliest material we offer due to the heavier weight that needs to be shipped and installation costs. Vinyl fencing and cedar wood fences are intermediate options that are most popular among our residential clients; they offer many advantages such as being easy to maintain and creating a privacy barrier. The most affordable option is chain link fencing. Chain links fencing is cheap to produce and easy to install, which also reduces the labor costs. If privacy is important to you in your yard, you can consider options to increase privacy like vinyl slats or planting shrubbery along your fence to afford more privacy 

2. Find Places To Reduce Materials Used
   The cost of fencing materials is directly related to how much fence you actually need. Do you need your entire yard fenced in, including the front yard? How much of your side yard needs to be fenced, and can you move the fence line back by a few feet? Do you need a standard six foot fence all the way around, or can you get away with four or five feet? Some clients choose to have six feet fencing between their home and neighboring homes for increased privacy, but opt for shorter heights for the fence facing the street. Can you space the materials out a bit, perhaps with pickets with an inch or two of space between rather than a solid wall? Many of our clients have an idea in their head of what they want, but taking the time to explore creative ways to reduce materials costs can make a significant difference in the total pricing. 

3. Plan, Plan, Plan
   At Certified Fencing, we are big believers in the old phrase, “Measure twice and cut once.” Installing a fence goes most smoothly with a plan that’s been perfectly thought out in every regard. From confirming exactly where your property lines lie to the exact number of feet you want fenced in, you will save on labor costs and prevent expensive mistakes by putting in effort ahead of time. Building a fence on the other side of your property line would require the entire fence being removed, and lacking a solid plan that accounts for all aspects of fence installation increases the chances of a costly mistake occurring. The last thing we want is for a simple mistake to cause larger problems down the line!

4. Do Your Research and Get Permits
   Most people don’t love doing research, but spending some time making a few calls can save you time and money in the long run. Each area has local laws that needs to be checked, rules an HOA might have regarding fences and landscaping, and it’s frequently required to obtain permits for projects like building fences. Installing a fence requires digging into the ground to place fence posts, and if you take the time to know and understand the laws and regulations surrounding all of these things yourself, you can avoid the cost that comes with your professional fencing company having to do that research for you. 

5. Choose a Slow Season
   Some fencing companies are willing to offer a discount during seasons when business is slower; here in the Treasure Valley, it can be a narrow window as the ground can freeze, but it’s always worth a shot to get in touch with your local fencing companies to determine whether you can get your fence installed during a time that will be financially advantageous for you. 

Installing a fence brings many different things to consider with it! We home that this list of ways to save money helps you find ways to stretch your budget. Whether fencing installation or repairs, our experts at Certified Fencing are excited to serve our clients in Boise, Kuna, Eagle, Star, Caldwell, Twin Falls, Middleton, Nampa, Meridian, Fruitland, ID, and all surrounding areas. Fill out our online contact form or give us a call at (208) 449-2040 for more information today.