{"id":1833,"date":"2023-04-18T12:14:39","date_gmt":"2023-04-18T12:14:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/fencecontractor-newtownct.com\/?p=1833"},"modified":"2023-04-24T14:42:03","modified_gmt":"2023-04-24T14:42:03","slug":"your-ultimate-guide-to-installing-a-fence-tips-tricks-step-by-step-instructions","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/fencecontractor-newtownct.com\/your-ultimate-guide-to-installing-a-fence-tips-tricks-step-by-step-instructions\/","title":{"rendered":"Your Ultimate Guide to Installing a Fence: Tips, Tricks, and Step-by-Step Instructions"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"1833\" class=\"elementor elementor-1833\" data-elementor-post-type=\"post\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-1971677 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"1971677\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-d91a537\" data-id=\"d91a537\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f3dea95 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"f3dea95\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<style>\/*! elementor - v3.21.0 - 30-04-2024 *\/\n.elementor-widget-image{text-align:center}.elementor-widget-image a{display:inline-block}.elementor-widget-image a img[src$=\".svg\"]{width:48px}.elementor-widget-image img{vertical-align:middle;display:inline-block}<\/style>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" src=\"https:\/\/fencecontractor-newtownct.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Your-Ultimate-Guide-to-Installing-a-Fence-Tips-Tricks-and-Step-by-Step-Instructions.jpg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-1930\" alt=\"Your Ultimate Guide to Installing a Fence: Tips, Tricks, and Step-by-Step Instructions\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fencecontractor-newtownct.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Your-Ultimate-Guide-to-Installing-a-Fence-Tips-Tricks-and-Step-by-Step-Instructions.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/fencecontractor-newtownct.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Your-Ultimate-Guide-to-Installing-a-Fence-Tips-Tricks-and-Step-by-Step-Instructions-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/fencecontractor-newtownct.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Your-Ultimate-Guide-to-Installing-a-Fence-Tips-Tricks-and-Step-by-Step-Instructions-768x513.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-31a2104 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"31a2104\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<style>\/*! elementor - v3.21.0 - 30-04-2024 *\/\n.elementor-heading-title{padding:0;margin:0;line-height:1}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title[class*=elementor-size-]>a{color:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-small{font-size:15px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-medium{font-size:19px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-large{font-size:29px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-xl{font-size:39px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-xxl{font-size:59px}<\/style><h1 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Your Ultimate Guide to Installing a Fence: Tips, Tricks, and Step-by-Step Instructions<\/h1>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-040fca1 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"040fca1\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<style>\/*! elementor - v3.21.0 - 30-04-2024 *\/\n.elementor-widget-text-editor.elementor-drop-cap-view-stacked .elementor-drop-cap{background-color:#69727d;color:#fff}.elementor-widget-text-editor.elementor-drop-cap-view-framed .elementor-drop-cap{color:#69727d;border:3px solid;background-color:transparent}.elementor-widget-text-editor:not(.elementor-drop-cap-view-default) .elementor-drop-cap{margin-top:8px}.elementor-widget-text-editor:not(.elementor-drop-cap-view-default) .elementor-drop-cap-letter{width:1em;height:1em}.elementor-widget-text-editor .elementor-drop-cap{float:left;text-align:center;line-height:1;font-size:50px}.elementor-widget-text-editor .elementor-drop-cap-letter{display:inline-block}<\/style>\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Installing a fence is an important task that requires careful planning and execution. It&#8217;s not as simple as just throwing up some boards and posts &#8211; you must ensure you install everything correctly, or else your fence won&#8217;t be secure. That&#8217;s why we&#8217;ve put together this ultimate guide to installing a fence. Here, you&#8217;ll find tips and tricks to make the process easier and step-by-step instructions for a successful job.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-dfa2ab9 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"dfa2ab9\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Types of Fences\n<\/h2>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4ae9bcf elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"4ae9bcf\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Before diving into the installation process, it&#8217;s important to understand the different fences available. Each type has unique advantages and disadvantages, so choosing the right one is important.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-inner-section elementor-element elementor-element-15b7f30 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"15b7f30\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-inner-column elementor-element elementor-element-82a49d2\" data-id=\"82a49d2\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8b129e3 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"8b129e3\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<h3 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Wood Fences\n<\/h3>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-fd5535b elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"fd5535b\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/fencecontractor-newtownct.com\/wood-fences\/\">Wood fences<\/a> are a popular choice due to their classic look and affordability. The most common types of wood used for fences are cedar, pine, and redwood. Cedar fences are durable and naturally resistant to rot and insect damage. Pine fences are also affordable and easy to work with. Redwood fences are naturally resistant to rot and decay, making them a popular choice for homeowners looking for a low-maintenance option.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-bb6f2bf elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"bb6f2bf\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<h3 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Vinyl Fences\n<\/h3>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3bc6015 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"3bc6015\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vinyl fences are an excellent choice for homeowners looking for a low-maintenance option. Vinyl fences are durable, resistant to fading, and come in various styles and colors. They are also easy to clean and do not require staining or painting.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-fa0268b elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"fa0268b\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<h3 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Metal Fences\n<\/h3>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1f50eec elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"1f50eec\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Metal fences, such as wrought iron, aluminum, and steel, are durable and long-lasting. They are also resistant to weather and insect damage. Wrought iron fences are popular due to their ornamental look, while aluminum and steel fences are more affordable and come in various styles.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-01b6df6 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"01b6df6\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Tools Required for Installing a Fence\n<\/h2>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-32184c8 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"32184c8\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Before your <a href=\"https:\/\/fencecontractor-newtownct.com\/fence-installation\/\">fence installation<\/a>, it&#8217;s important to have the right tools on hand. Here are some of the basic and advanced tools you&#8217;ll need for the job:<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-inner-section elementor-element elementor-element-266e875 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"266e875\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-inner-column elementor-element elementor-element-643abdf\" data-id=\"643abdf\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-0b11909 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"0b11909\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<h3 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Basic Tools<\/h3>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-cd2c442 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"cd2c442\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Tape_measure\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Tape Measure<\/a><\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Level<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hammer<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nails and Screws<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Saw<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Drill<\/span><\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8d0778f elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"8d0778f\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<h3 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Advanced Tools\n<\/h3>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b3b8bbb elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"b3b8bbb\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Post Hole Digger<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Power Auger<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Concrete Mixer<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Impact Driver<\/span><\/li><\/ul><p>\u00a0<\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you need help identifying the right tools for your project, talk to a fence installer in Newtown, CT, with experience installing fences &#8211; they&#8217;ll have the most up-to-date advice on which materials work best for your needs.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-dac8a94 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"dac8a94\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Preparing for Fence Installation<\/h2>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-803063d elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"803063d\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" data-src=\"https:\/\/fencecontractor-newtownct.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Preparing-for-Fence-Installation_.jpg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-1926 lazyload\" alt=\"Preparing for Fence Installation\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/fencecontractor-newtownct.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Preparing-for-Fence-Installation_.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/fencecontractor-newtownct.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Preparing-for-Fence-Installation_-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/fencecontractor-newtownct.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Preparing-for-Fence-Installation_-768x513.jpg 768w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 800px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 800\/534;\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" src=\"https:\/\/fencecontractor-newtownct.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Preparing-for-Fence-Installation_.jpg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-1926\" alt=\"Preparing for Fence Installation\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fencecontractor-newtownct.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Preparing-for-Fence-Installation_.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/fencecontractor-newtownct.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Preparing-for-Fence-Installation_-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/fencecontractor-newtownct.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Preparing-for-Fence-Installation_-768x513.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/noscript>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-9ea68fa elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"9ea68fa\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Before you start installing your fence, there are a few steps you&#8217;ll need to take to prepare your property.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-inner-section elementor-element elementor-element-caee264 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"caee264\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-inner-column elementor-element elementor-element-f1b94a9\" data-id=\"f1b94a9\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-9580a55 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"9580a55\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<h3 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Property Line Assessment\n<\/h3>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1b7e98f elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"1b7e98f\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To determine your property lines, refer to your property deed or conduct a land survey. A land surveyor will use official records to determine the exact location of your property lines and mark them with stakes or flags. It&#8217;s important to clearly understand your property lines before installing a fence to avoid any legal disputes with your neighbors.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In addition, you may need to obtain a permit from your local government before installing a fence. The requirements for permits can vary depending on your location and the type of fence you are installing. Check with your local government to see what required permits, and obtain them before starting your fence installation.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In some areas, a permit may be required before installing a fence. Check with your local building department to see if a permit is necessary.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-bcad0e6 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"bcad0e6\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<h3 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Checking for Underground Utilities<\/h3>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-21b4b52 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"21b4b52\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Before digging holes for your fence posts, checking for underground utilities, such as gas or electric lines, is important. Contact your local utility company to have them mark any underground lines.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-cc3b00c elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"cc3b00c\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<h3 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Choosing the Right Fence Material<\/h3>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4b13246 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"4b13246\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Choosing the right fence material is important for your fence&#8217;s look and durability. Consider your fence material&#8217;s style, function, and maintenance requirements.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3afa948 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"3afa948\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<h3 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Calculating Fence Materials Needed<\/h3>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-ae6e021 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"ae6e021\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Calculate the materials needed for your fence by measuring the length of your fence line and determining the number of posts, rails, and pickets needed.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c7fe520 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"c7fe520\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Fence Installation Steps\n<\/h2>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3e0d1c4 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"3e0d1c4\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Now that you&#8217;ve prepared for your fence installation, it&#8217;s time to start building. Follow these steps for a successful fence installation:<\/span><\/p><ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Marking the Fence Line.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Using a string line or stakes and a level, mark the fence line where the fence will be installed.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Measuring and Installing the Posts.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Measure the distance between each post and mark their location on the fence line. Then, dig the post holes to the appropriate depth and width, and set the posts in concrete.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Installing the Rails.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Once the posts are set, install the rails between them. Make sure they are level and evenly spaced.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Attaching the Pickets.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> After the rails are installed, attach the pickets to the rails. Make sure they are evenly spaced and level.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Installing Gates and Hardware.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Attach a gate to the fence posts using hinges if you are installing it. Install the hardware, such as latches and locks, as needed.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Finishing Touches.<\/b><span> Finally, add finishing touches, such as staining or painting the fence, to improve its durability and appearance.<\/span><\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6343c6a elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"6343c6a\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Maintaining Your Fence<\/h2>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-439cada elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"439cada\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Proper maintenance is important to ensure the longevity of your fence. Here are some tips for maintaining your fence:<\/span><\/p><ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Regularly inspect your fence for any damage or wear and tear.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Clean your fence regularly to prevent dirt and debris buildup.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Refinish or repaint your fence every few years to protect it from the elements.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Trim any nearby vegetation to prevent it from damaging your fence.<\/span><\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-9487791 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"9487791\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">When to Hire Professional Fence Installers in Newtown, CT<\/h2>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c38af9a elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"c38af9a\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" data-src=\"https:\/\/fencecontractor-newtownct.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/When-to-Hire-Professional-Fence-Installers-in-Newtown-CT_.jpg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-1925 lazyload\" alt=\"An Image of a Black and White Fence on Newtown, CT\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/fencecontractor-newtownct.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/When-to-Hire-Professional-Fence-Installers-in-Newtown-CT_.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/fencecontractor-newtownct.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/When-to-Hire-Professional-Fence-Installers-in-Newtown-CT_-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/fencecontractor-newtownct.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/When-to-Hire-Professional-Fence-Installers-in-Newtown-CT_-768x513.jpg 768w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 800px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 800\/534;\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" src=\"https:\/\/fencecontractor-newtownct.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/When-to-Hire-Professional-Fence-Installers-in-Newtown-CT_.jpg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-1925\" alt=\"An Image of a Black and White Fence on Newtown, CT\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fencecontractor-newtownct.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/When-to-Hire-Professional-Fence-Installers-in-Newtown-CT_.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/fencecontractor-newtownct.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/When-to-Hire-Professional-Fence-Installers-in-Newtown-CT_-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/fencecontractor-newtownct.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/When-to-Hire-Professional-Fence-Installers-in-Newtown-CT_-768x513.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/noscript>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c0a879c elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"c0a879c\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While installing a fence on your own can be a fun and rewarding DIY project, it&#8217;s not for everyone. If you don&#8217;t have the time, tools, or skills to install a fence, hiring professional fence installers in Newtown, CT, is best. Here are some signs that it may be time to hire a professional:<\/span><\/p><ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You don&#8217;t have the time: Installing a fence can be time-consuming, especially if you&#8217;re not experienced. If you have a busy schedule or other obligations, leaving the installation to the professionals may be best.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You don&#8217;t have the tools: Installing a fence requires specialized tools, such as a post-hole digger, level, and pneumatic nail gun. If you don&#8217;t have these tools, hiring a professional may be more cost-effective than purchasing them yourself.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You don&#8217;t have the skills: Installing a fence requires basic carpentry skills, such as measuring and cutting lumber, setting posts in concrete, and attaching rails and pickets. If you&#8217;re not confident in your abilities, hiring a professional to ensure your fence is installed correctly is best.<\/span><\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-638acfa elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"638acfa\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Choosing the Right Fence Installers in Newtown, CT<\/h2>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8bd93a9 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"8bd93a9\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you hire professional fence installers in Newtown, CT, <a href=\"https:\/\/fencecontractor-newtownct.com\/the-ultimate-guide-to-choosing-the-best-privacy-fence-contractor-for-your-home-in-newtown-ct\/\">choosing the right company for the job is important<\/a>. Here are some tips for choosing the right fence installers:<\/span><\/p><ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Check their credentials: Look for a company that is licensed and insured. This will ensure that they are qualified to install fences and that you are protected from accidents or damages.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ask for references: Ask the company for references from previous customers. Contact these customers and ask about their experience with the company and the quality of their work.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Read reviews: Check online reviews from sites like Yelp and Google to see what other customers say about the company.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Get a detailed estimate: Ask the company for a detailed installation cost estimate, including any additional fees for materials or labor. Make sure to get this estimate in writing and ask for clarification if anything is unclear.<\/span><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">By following these tips, you can find professional fence installers in Newtown, CT, who will do a great job installing your fence. Hiring professionals can save you time, money, and headaches in the long run, ensuring that your fence is installed correctly and will last for years.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d13c85d elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"d13c85d\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Conclusion<\/h2>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f86583a elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"f86583a\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Installing a fence can be a great investment for your property, but it&#8217;s important to do it right. Following these tips, tricks, and step-by-step instructions, you can successfully install your fence or choose the right professional installer. And if you need fence installers in Newtown, CT, research and choose a reputable and experienced company. Contact <a href=\"https:\/\/fencecontractor-newtownct.com\/\">Newtown Fence Contractors<\/a> today for an estimate. Our experienced fence experts can help you pick the perfect fence for your property and install it correctly, quickly, and affordably.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Installing a fence is an important task that requires careful planning and execution. It&#8217;s not as simple as just throwing up some boards and posts &#8211; you must ensure you install everything correctly, or else your fence won&#8217;t be secure. 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