There are many reasons why homeowners want to cordon off their houses with privacy fencing. While you can do what you want on your own property, you also want to avoid creating any problems with your neighbors, who will have to look at the fence as well. Below are a few to tips to manage a new fence installation seamlessly. 

3 Steps to Take Before Building a Fence

1. Know where your property lines are

Even if your neighbor doesn’t love the idea of privacy fencing, they can’t make you take it down—unless you accidentally built on their land. As such, homeowners should make sure they’re clear on the boundaries before building begins. You can reassure your neighbor that you’re not building on their land by commissioning a land survey before the project begins. 

2. Know the Zoning & HOA Rules 

You don’t want to fall in love with a particular style or design only to find out it goes against city zoning rules or the guidelines of your homeowners’s association (HOA). Work with a local fencing contractor who is familiar with the area to make sure the privacy fencing is regulation height. You can also use this information to explain to the neighbor that the installation won’t be disruptive for them. 

3. Communicate with your neighbors

It’s common courtesy to let neighbors know in advance that you’re installing privacy fencing. Make sure to let them know when construction will begin so they know to expect people in or near their yard, and if there is an old fence being removed to allow installation of the new fence that they may need to make arrangements for pets.  Extra vehicles parked on the street nearby , and more noise than usual in then area. If homeowners take a few minutes prior to installation to talk to their neighbor it makes for a much smoother process for all.

 

If you’re interested in privacy fencing, turn to T & L Services. Serving Eagle River and Anchorage, AK, they offer fence installation and repairs to valued clients. To make an appointment today, call (907) 333-0515 and speak to a friendly representative. Visit their website for an in-depth look at their offerings, including railing and gate installation.