Fencing may help you achieve your beautification and security goals if you rent houses. A fence may be a legal requirement in some communities, especially if the house has a pool. Decisions about fence installation should never be a blind endeavor. For the best results, research your options, and consult a fencing contractor known for quality and service. 

Advantages of Fencing for Rental Properties 

Many fences add charm that enhances the overall appearance of a house for rent. Fencing also makes a home safer to inhabit and gives tenants privacy. If you allow children or pets in a rental home, a locked fence will prevent them from wandering off. 

These benefits may make a house more appealing to potential tenants. When demand and property value increase as the result of a new fence installation, you can also charge a higher rent.

Fencing Options for Rental Properties

Wood & Vinyl

Wood, often inexpensive and low-maintenance, adds an air of sophistication and approachability to homes. Renters may feel more secure if pickets are installed close together. Passersby can’t easily peek through wood fences, depending on style and construction. A vinyl fence offers all the same advantages of wood but doesn’t require painting or sealing to prevent cracking or rotting. 

Metal

Wrought iron fencing is attractive, strong, and practically maintenance-free. It doesn’t offer quite the same sense of privacy as wood or vinyl, however.

Aluminum fences, which may be cheaper to install, can be fashioned to look like iron. Aluminum demands little to no attention as well. Chain-link fencing is relatively inexpensive to erect but similarly lacking in privacy. 

Brick & Stone

Once installed, brick and stone fences are low-maintenance. They’re traditional in appearance and provide the stability of iron and the security of wood or vinyl.

Consider your budget and the style of the house you’re renting out. Wood, iron, aluminum, stone, or brick may complement older houses. For contemporary homes, vinyl, aluminum, or chain-link may be more suitable.

To help you decide how to fence in a rental property, contact R.H. Meyer Fence in Cincinnati, OH. Over 50 years, they’ve established a reputation as a trustworthy and high-quality fencing contractor. They’ll advise you about the type of fencing best suited to your needs and to pique the interest of potential tenants. Get a free estimate today by calling (513) 385-1188, or go online to learn more about their specialties.