
There Are Many Ways To Keep Your Fence Looking New
Learn About 3 Of Them Below
There are many things that can damage fences, wind storms, hail, rotting posts, sun damage, overgrown trees and bushes, neighbors backing into them, lawn mowers and string trimmers (weed eaters), so it’s important to take care of them properly.
Here are three ways to keep your fence in good shape.

Clean It Regularly
It’s important to clean your fence regularly. This will help prevent rust and other issues. You should also check for any cracks or holes before they become bigger problems.
Regularly cleaning your fence helps remove dirt and debris that can cause stains on the wood.
Using a garden hose to simply spray it down will remove the dirt and debris and give the fence a fresh new look.
We don’t like to be dirty and shower off the dirt and grime everyday! Fences don’t either so cleaning them regularly will help the keep your fence looking new.
Maintain It Regularly
It’s easy to forget how much work goes into maintaining a fence. However, regular maintenance will help prevent damage and extend its life.
Clean up leaves and other debris regularly. Remove weeds and grass clippings as soon as possible. Check for cracks and holes in wood posts. Replace damaged boards or rails.
Maintenance on a fence is no different than maintaining all the components in your home. With regular maintenance costly repairs will be at a minimum. The longer a homeowner waits for the repairs the more costly it becomes as well as replacement may be there only option!
Replace It When Necessary
You should also check your fence every few months to ensure it’s still safe and secure. This includes checking for any loose nails or screws. Removing leaves, vegetation and over growth from the bottom of the fence. It’s also a good idea to inspect the wood posts for signs of rot.
Did you know if you have metal posts without the cap, it can rust and deteriorate? Why, because water can accumulate inside the post. It has nowhere else to drain to and eventually the water with rust the post out and weaken it.
If you notice any damage or any part of your fence that needs replacing, do so immediately. Call a professional fence company like Fence Makeovers to repair it immediately. We are in the business to “Don’t Pay More – Just Restore”.
The sooner you call for the repair the less costly it will be.
Keeping Your Fence Looking Great Is Easy When You Know What To Do!

Having a maintenance schedule or plan for all the items in your home will keep your home in tip top shape. Every home has many maintenance items to attend to through out the year. Make sure your fence is put on the list. This will keep stress and pressure off so you can enjoy more free time with your family and friends.
Let us show you how to keep your fence looking like new! Of course if you don’t actually want to do the maintenance our estimators are ready to help you! Call or fill out the Free Estimate Form and schedule an appointment today. Stop sitting on the fence!

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