Installing a Chainlink Fence? Here Are Things to Avoid
/Chainlink fences offer security and privacy to any residential or commercial property they're installed at. They’re convenient and relatively easy to install, making them the ideal choice for many property owners when it comes to fencing.
Homeowners have a tendency to go the DIY (do-it-yourself) route and try to install chain link fences on their own. It's not that out of the ordinary because it appears to be a means of securing property in the most cost-effective way.
That's not necessarily the case, as there are numerous things that can go wrong during the installation process. It's especially true in cases when the fence is being installed for the first time. Avoiding a number of mistakes is vital for an installation to go as successfully as possible. Ideally, there should be a consultation with professionals to make sure the installation goes well.
Here are the top things to avoid when installing a chain-link fence:
Avoid Being Unfamiliar With Local Regulations
Homeowners associations (HOAs) and cities tend to impose local regulations that can seem unnecessary. However, they are essentially laws that could have dire consequences when they aren't followed. Aspects of fences that are regulated by such laws include:
Height
Materials
Placement relative to the public right-of-way
Avoid Having Fence Angles That Are Miscalculated
It is uncommon to have a yard on completely flat ground. A single slope can be slight enough that it becomes rather difficult to see a decline or incline. Not accounting for the grade on a property when you're installing a chain link fence will lead to several issues down the line later on.
Miscalculating angles should be avoided hand-in-hand with adjusting panels for the sole purpose of compensating for inclines. This will turn a chain link fence into one that is uniform, neat, and stable.
Avoid Improper Post Setting Techniques
When you want to create a chain-link fence that will withstand the elements, such as wind and snow, you must make sure the fence posts can withstand these forces. These posts connect the fence rails or panels securely, allowing you to use any material you need.
Posts that are not anchored with the right material or that don't get set deep enough into the ground could end up collapsing.
A good rule of thumb is to keep them two feet in the ground, at the very least, anchored by a concrete and gravel layer flush with the ground.
Avoid Not Setting the Gates Correctly
When most homeowners install a gate in a chain-link fence, they need access to the area on both sides of the fence to go in and out while they are outside. Make sure you measure the area correctly before you install the gate, as a mistake would lead to problems with the final gate.
Additionally, strong hinge posts being installed for the gate to hang from will go a long way. It's just as important to inspect the ground underneath the gate so that it can allow proper movement from being high off the ground.
Conclusion
Chain link fences are a great addition to any property. In some cases, people prefer going the do-it-yourself route. There are several mistakes that should be avoided, such as gates not being set correctly and miscalculated fence angles.
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