Planning on replacing your fence this Easter?
Steamy, wet weather can have a huge impact on your home, and it can play havoc with your fence panels too. After a long hot Summer, your fence panels are probably in need of some care and attention. A small amount of maintenance will not only keep them looking amazing, but it can also increase their lifespan.
But how do you keep your fence in top condition? Here are some of our top tips to help you get your fence ready for Winter:
1. Keep it Clear
Creeping plants and tree branches can cause severe damage to a fence, so it is important to make sure that these are taken care of. Remove any tree limbs or overhanging branches from above your fence and cut back any other plants that are beginning to get close.
2. Remove Debris
If any debris has fallen onto your fence over the summer months, you will need to remove it. This can include things like branches, palm fronds, leaves and anything else that could damage your fence.
3. Clean Your Fence
Another great tip is to apply a fence cleaner to your fence. The fence cleaner should be left on your fence for approximately 20 minutes before being rinsed off.
4. Paint Your Fence
Once your fence is clean, it is advisable to paint it to protect it from further damage. Apply multiple coats of paint to your fence, allowing each coat to dry completely before adding another coat.
5. Replace Your Fence
If fence maintenance is not going to solve your problems, then it might be time to get a new fence. While this may sound expensive, it can be done on a budget if you are willing to do the work yourself.
It is important to remember that you will need to hire the correct equipment for the job. This includes items like a Post Hole Digger and a coil nail gun unit. Once your new fence is installed, you will need to maintain it to keep it looking at its best.
Easter is just around the corner, and while many of us think of spring as the time to clean around the home, it is also a good time to clean and check over the exterior of your property. And this does not just mean your garden or your driveway, it also includes your paling fence. Although many people believe that repairing or replacing a paling fence is difficult, it is often much easier than you would think. Simply follow our top tips above and your fence will continue to look amazing for many years to come.
