Wood wrap around fence in El Cerrito San Diego, CA
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Commerical Fencing
Accommodating to our clients needs. Give us a call for your commercial fence project.
Project: Hazard Yard in Santee
Wood Wire mesh fencing
Wood Wire mesh fencing – keep unwanted critters from getting into your garden.
Project: Chain Link with 3”sq. Mesh in Sunset Cliffs, Ca
Chain Link Enclosure in Downtown San Diego
We at Legend Fence Corp in Lemon Grove are committed to helping you find effective and affordable solutions that meet your needs. We stand behind all of our projects! Project: Chain Link Enclosure in Downtown San Diego
Vinyl Fence Gate
Installed a durable and maintenance free vinyl fence. Customer satisfaction is what we strive for!
Project location: Benson Place, San Ysidro, CA
How to Choose the Best Fence to Keep Your Children Safe
With many families being home now a day because of the covid-19 pandemic, more children are spending time in their front or backyard. There are few things better than letting your kids spent some quality time in the yard. However, many of us are aware of the constant feeling of anxiety when we leave our kids to play in an unsecured yard.
We at Legend Fence Corp. understand this concern shared by many parents. So we’re here to inform you how to choose the best fence to keep your kids safe so they can continue to enjoy your yard for years to come.
What counts as a child friendly fence?
There are several important factors to consider when choosing the right fence to protect your kids. We’ve broken them down here so you know exactly what to look for when making your choice.
Material
Choosing the right material for your fence is an important first step. For example, a wooden fence is prone to give splinters if not maintained properly, which should automatically discount it from most households.
We also want to inform you that many residents with chain link fences, see that they might be easy to climb. We all know that children love to climb, and will most likely give it a go whether they’re actively looking to climb over the fence or not.
Similarly, durability should be at the forefront of your decisions too. Your best choice is a sturdy and durable material that requires little maintenance. For this we’d recommend something like iron fencing, vinyl, or metal.
Size and Structure
It goes without saying that your fence needs to be designed so that it’s impossible (or at least challenging) to climb over, from either side. It should be tall enough so as to present a challenge for anyone looking to break into your yard. We’d recommend installing a fence at least 5 feet high.
While picketed fences are still an option for a protective fence, consider how large the gaps are between pickets. A small child can easily fit through a tight gap, both between pickets and under the fence. It might sound blunt, but consider how you’d install a fence to keep a pet from escaping.
You should also consider visibility when choosing the right fence to protect your kids, as this is something many people overlook. For example, you want good visibility so you’ll be able to see what your kids are doing if you’re ever separated by the fence.
Visibility goes hand in hand with privacy and security. After all, you might consider a boundary fence that offers full privacy to be preferable over one you can see through. This factor might be different if you’re deciding on a pool or garden border fence, for example.
Conclusion
Choosing the best fence to protect your kids does require more consideration than you might think. If you’re looking to install a new fence to keep your kids safe, contact Legend Fence Corp located in Lemon Grove San Diego California. As family people, we know exactly what concerns parents might have over their kids’ security, and we take these into consideration when offering our best choices.
Hand Rails, Gate and Fence at San Ysidro, CA Apartment Complex
We take pride in our craftsmanship! Making sure every community is safe.
Project: Hand Rails, Gate and Fence at San Ysidro, CA Apartment Complex
“Rustic Look” Stained Wood Fence
Protect your wooden fence or gate from moisture and sun rays by having it stained.
Project Featured: “Rustic Look” Stained Wood Fence in Lakeside, CA.
Why is Having the Right Gate Important?
Installing a gate in your fence has the obvious benefit of keeping your property accessible, but there’s much more to choosing the right gate for your needs. Here at Legend Fence Corp., we understand the benefits of having the right gate on your property, and so we decided to share this information with you.
How do you choose the right gate?
Picking the best gate goes beyond choosing one that matches your fence. First you need to consider where on the property it’s located; is it a garden gate you need, or a driveway gate? What’s your main priority, function, style, or security?
A gate to your backyard, for example, will often go beyond function. If it’s a gate located on your property, then you should also consider style, and the fact that a well-designed gate can be a feature in itself in the right garden.
However, if it’s a gate on a property boundary, then security should probably be your main concern. There are plenty of garden gates available with a range of security features that are perfect for protecting your children while they’re playing in the yard.
The same is true for driveway gates, as these are almost always located on the property boundary. A good driveway gate should be easy to access and convenient, but still secure enough to protect your family. For example, a remote-controlled gate might be the best choice, as it can only be opened by someone with the remote. Electronic gates are almost always more secure than manual gates.
What is the best material?
After thinking about the purpose and function of your gate, it’s worth turning your attention to its appearance. Security plays an important role here too, as some materials are far more secure than others.
For example, if you’re looking for top security from a driveway gate, then something like metal or vinyl will be your best choice. It’s also worth avoiding something like chain link fencing, as this is very easy to climb.
However, if you’re looking at gates within your property that are more for decoration, then you could consider a wooden gate. There’s not much wrong with installing a wooden gate on your property boundary, but it obviously needs to be high enough to remain secure.
Bear in mind that most gates large enough to be secure will be fairly heavy, so it might be best to install electric motors on them for convenience. Wooden gates and fences also require regular maintenance to stay secure, so either be prepared for this or opt for a low maintenance material such as metal.
Conclusion
Fitting a gate on your property is an ideal way to increase security, particularly if your children and/or pets regularly play in the yard. Bear in mind too that a gate goes well beyond function, and can be a stylish feature in itself. If you think your property could benefit from having a new gate installed, contact Legend Fence Corp. in San Diego CA now to see how we can help protect your family.
Custom Iron Fence and Gate
Give your home a clean and modern look. Let’s work together to create a design for your front or backyard.
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