Anytime you take on a home improvement project, you are faced with a myriad of decisions. It’s never as easy as, “Hey, let’s paint the living room.” You have to choose a color from thousands of options. While there may not be thousands of options when it comes to fencing, you will still have some decisions to make. Tripod Aluminum is here to help you navigate the choices you face when fencing your yard.
Height, style, needs, budget – so many things to consider when purchasing fencing. It could feel overwhelming, but that is why we are writing this article – to help make your decision-making process easier. In this article, we will look at the different choices in aluminum fencing, along with why aluminum fencing is a great choice, in the first place. We believe that after reading this article, you will agree that it is a great choice and you will feel confident about the decisions you make while choosing your aluminum fencing.
Why Choose Aluminum Fencing?
While there are many reasons to choose aluminum fencing over wood, wrought iron, or vinyl, we will mention a few of the top reasons here to give you an overall idea of the benefits of aluminum fencing.
- Durability – Aluminum fences can last decades! Aluminum is strong and rust-resistant which is very important in humid, rainy Florida!
- Versatility – Aluminum fences can be installed on uneven terrain. They provide safety while also improving curb appeal. They meet a variety of different needs, both residential and commercial.
- Curb appeal – Aluminum fences can be installed in your front yard just as easily as your back yard, providing additional security while increasing your home’s value and improving its appearance.
- Eco-friendly – Aluminum is recyclable, so if the day ever comes when you or a future homeowner removes the aluminum fencing for any reason, it can be recycled instead of adding to a landfill.
If you are interested in learning more details about the benefits of aluminum fencing, please refer to our blog, “4 Advantages of Aluminum Fences.”
Choosing the Right Height for Your Fence
One of the choices you will face when having your aluminum fence installed is the height of your fence. This will depend on your reasons for getting the fence. Are you getting it for security? Are you getting it because you have a pool, and it is required? Or, are you getting it to add curb appeal?
For security purposes, we suggest “the higher, the better.” In general, burglars choose easy targets. They don’t want to scale a 10-foot aluminum fence. You can’t get a footing on it like you can on a wide-slat wooden fence. There is no “just run up the fence and pop over the top” situation occurring with a 10-foot aluminum fence!
If you are getting the fence because you have a pool, you need to know that Florida requires you to have at least a 4-foot high barrier around it for safety reasons. You can, of course, choose an even higher fence if you like.
For curb appeal in the front yard, it is really a matter of taste. If you like the look of a low 4-foot fence because it will give your yard a finished look, go for it. If you prefer a more stately appearance and would like a tall fence with a large gate, then we can do that too!
Choosing the Right Style for Your Fence
Style is mostly a matter of taste. However, if you are getting your fence for security purposes, we suggest choosing pointed finials (the piece at the top of the fence “posts”). Besides height, pointy metal objects lining the top of your fence are a good deterrent for would-be intruders!
Aside from security, choose a fence style that you like and that matches the style of your home. We offer fences with a formal appearance, as well as those with a more sleek, modern appearance. We know we have something you will love!
Choosing the Right Fence for Your Needs
We have already discussed choosing a fence for security purposes, as a swimming pool barrier, and as added curb appeal. What other needs do you have? Are you trying to keep small children or pets in the yard? Are you trying to keep wildlife out of your yard? Your additional needs will play a role in the fencing choices you make. Taller fences will help keep out wildlife like deer that can easily hop over a low fence. If you want the fence to keep small children and pets safe, you may want to put a fence around both your front and back yards. Don’t worry if you have a large property or uneven terrain. That is one of the great benefits of aluminum fencing. Uneven terrain is not a problem. And the fencing can be installed to keep an even spacing between the ground and the fence for a beautiful, consistent look.
Choosing the Right Fence for Your Budget
Because of the wide variety of choices when choosing your aluminum fence, we can’t give you an estimate of the cost in this article. We can, however, offer a free quote once we have a better idea of what you want! And, with so many options, we feel confident that we can find something you like at your price point.
Summary
Tripod Aluminum, located in Melbourne, FL, is here for all your aluminum fencing needs. Our fences are durable, versatile, offer curb appeal, and are eco-friendly. We will help you choose the right height and style, the right fence for your needs, and the right fence for your budget! Your yard is just waiting for the right fence to look beautiful and meet all your fencing needs, so call Tripod Aluminum today!
