When building a fence, it's important to follow local zoning regulations and check your homeowner's association covenants. It's also a good idea to call the utility diggers hotline and have all underground lines marked.

Before beginning your project, place stakes at the end and corner posts and string a taut line between them. This will ensure that the posts are accurately aligned.

Low-maintenance

A vinyl fence can offer privacy, security, and curb appeal. However, a poorly maintained fence can become an eyesore that detracts from the home’s appearance. That’s why attractive, low-maintenance fences are increasingly popular. These durable fences are made of vinyl, aluminum, steel and composite materials. They’re resistant to fading, warping and insects and come in a variety of colors, styles and designs.

Wood fences have also come a long way in terms of their construction and design, making them a good choice for low maintenance. For instance, cedar is highly resistant to rot and moisture damage. It also has natural oils that protect it from the elements.

If you decide to install a wood fence, it’s important to inspect it regularly and repair any damage immediately. Also, make sure to avoid plants that could cause damage or weigh down the fence. For example, vines can eventually cause a fence to buckle or collapse. This could be costly.

Easy to install

While installing vinyl fence supplier is easier than a traditional wooden fence, it’s still labor-intensive and time-consuming for someone who doesn’t do this type of work for a living. The biggest challenge is digging holes for the posts, which require a post hole digger or a shovel. Ideally, the holes should be at least a third deeper than the length of the post and 6 inches wider to support a gravel base.

Before digging, call your local utility diggers hotline to have all underground lines marked. Also, check your deed to verify property line boundaries. Finally, clear away any plants or rocks that might be in the way of your planned fence location.

Once the posts are set, stretching a string between them will help you make sure the fence is straight and level. Tap the corners and end posts in first, then use the string to guide line-post placements. Before the concrete sets, walk along the entire fence line to inspect the connections between posts and panels for loose or leaning.