Whether you want to create private space around your home or ensure your pet stays in the back yard, installing a fence is a traditional way to do it. To get started, you must choose a fencing material, such as chain link, wood, or vinyl. Here’s how to determine which material and style suit your goals and purposes best.

What Are the Top Materials for Your Home Fence?

1. Metal

Metal fences last for decades, stand up to severe weather, and serve a variety of purposes, from portraying elegance to providing practical containment. An ornamental metal fence with an iron sliding or swinging gate enhances and secures entrances and perimeters of classic homes. A simple aluminum or steel chain link fence provides a low-maintenance, safe, and sturdy enclosure for your pets while allowing them to see outside their restricted area.          

2. Vinyl

Attractive, versatile, and easy to clean, vinyl fences provide privacy and security. Style options include pickets, wide panels, and latticework that imitate traditional wood fencing. A wide range of color choices lets you find the perfect shade to complement your property. Vinyl is sturdy and resists rust, moisture, and insect infestations, which make it a popular selection for homes. 

3. Wood

Homeowners have relied on wooden fences to secure their property for generations. A wood enclosure is an excellent choice if you want a sustainable and eco-friendly resource. Available in a variety of textures, wood offers natural beauty and is easy to stain or paint. Insects, including termites and carpenter bees can damage wood, and because each piece is unique in appearance, it may be difficult to match replacement boards to an existing fence exactly. However, with proper installation, sealants, and care, your wooden fence can last decades.      

For expert advice on fence and gate installation at your home, turn to Security Fence, Inc. in Cookeville, TN. Serving Middle Tennessee for over 40 years, their team of experts combines excellent workmanship with high-quality materials for great outcomes at residential and commercial properties. To learn more or to request a quote, visit them online or call (931) 526-3603.