Chain link black wooden fence at Batavia, IL

Getting a beautiful new wooden fence for your home is an excellent way to add value, increase privacy and security, and more thoroughly enjoy your property. However, fence installation is not something for the weekend do-it-yourselfer. In fact, the longevity, durability, and maintenance requirements of your fence all depend upon high-quality insulation. Here is a look at some of the reasons why you should never attempt a DIY fence install:

Immediate Issues

When attempting DIY installation, the average homeowner may find themselves in over their heads very quickly. Property lines are one concern and can result in disputes with your neighbors if your land is not properly surveyed. Installing a fence may seem simplistic, but a post that is not perfectly level and securely anchored will affect every foot of fence on either side of it from that point forward. Even the flattest-appearing lot is going to have changes in pitch, variations in soil conditions, and other factors that affect the installation of the posts and fence. Fortunately, a professional fence installer will have the equipment, experience, and expertise necessary to provide you with a beautiful and durable new fence.

Later Problems

Even if your DIY fence installation appears to go well, a wood fence that is not properly installed or secured can experience problems in as little as a month after installation. Sagging is very common, especially when posts aren’t level or properly anchored. Unseen weakness can become quickly apparent during a windstorm when a fence can fail unexpectedly. The benefits of a professional fence installation are that your fence—whether it is aluminum, wrought iron, wood, or vinyl—will last throughout the years and withstand the worst that Mother Nature can throw it’s the way. With routine care and maintenance, its professionally-installed fence is a durable addition to any home.

Let Paramount Fence handle the installation of your wood, aluminum, or wrought iron fence. We carry the best materials and can offer the highest-quality installation so you can enjoy your fence for years to come. Visit us online to learn more about what we have to offer, or call us at 630-239-2714 to schedule your installation.