Fencing traditionally is used on the boundaries of a property to separate parcels of land owned by different people. Some homeowners use fencing to keep their pets enclosed in a specific area and other animals off their property, and a lot of people have their property fenced off for privacy. However, more homeowners are having privacy fences constructed on their property as a security measure.
Privacy and security fencing can both be used to protect your home. The type of fencing you choose depends on how you want the fencing to look, what your budget is, and the level of security that you want. A lot of people choose a standard privacy fence, which is usually enough to keep out intruders, or domestic or wild animals. There are a number of ways a privacy fence can protect your home.
Use Fencing To Screen Out Noise and Inquisitive People
If you live in a neighborhood with a lot of traffic or in a dense neighborhood where homes are close together, you may feel uncomfortable being outside where other people are curious about what you’re doing. If you use a laptop while you’re in your yard, you may feel more comfortable having a privacy fence. You’ll still be able to go online outside without neighbors or strangers watching.
High Traffic or Industrial Areas
If your home is near a highway, a road that frequently has a lot of traffic, or an industrial area, a privacy fence can protect your family and property in the event of an accident. You can feel more comfortable allowing your children to play outside when you have fencing protecting your home.
Preventing Theft
Higher privacy fencing can prevent intruders from getting onto your property. The fencing also deters would be thieves who may try to steal cars or other personal items that are stored outside. High privacy fences that have pointed tips at the top of the fence can deter anyone from attempting to climb over the top.
Living in Rural Areas
Homeowners who live in rural or wooded areas find that privacy fencing is a big benefit. We talked with BorgeFence.com about this subject, and they said, “A lot of people who live in the country plant large gardens that wild animals such as deer are attracted to. When you spend the time tending to a garden, you don’t want animals running though it. When you have a privacy fence constructed, you can keep animals off your property. It will also deter neighbors pets from wandering onto your land.” Horse or dog breeders may install privacy fencing with security features that keep horses or dogs from wandering away.
Swimming Pool Areas
If you have a swimming pool on your property, one of the best ways to keep your family protected is by installing a privacy fence around the perimeter of the pool. Some states require homeowners to install fencing around a pool on their property.
Check Local Laws
If you’re having a pool installed, check with your local zoning authority to find out if a fence is required. You will also probably need a permit. Find out before you start construction on the fence what your local government requires. Another advantage to having a privacy fence around your pool is that when you aren’t at home the fence will prevent neighbors’ children from getting to the pool.
Having a privacy fence installed on your property not only will protect your family, pets, and home, but the right type of fencing can add aesthetic beauty and charm to your home. Fencing may be constructed of metal, concrete, or wood. The fencing will also increase the value of your home.
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