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Fencing through the harsh winter can be painstakingly long. Winter has its benefits—snow fights, hot chocolate, building snow men—but unlike the summer, maintaining your garden fence can be difficult.
Here’s why:
How Winter Affects Your Fence:
The sunlight during the summer season can make your fence faded.
It is, in fact, the biggest threat to your fence. However, during the winter season, there is rarely any sunlight to cause damage.
How, then, does the winter weather damage your fence? Long exposure to wet conditions causes damage.
Depending on the type of fence you have, the damage can be different.
If you have a wooden fence, the wood will absorb moisture from the snow. This will result in its structure becoming weak. This invites mold, rot and fungi to eat away at it.
What You Should Do:
The first thing you should do is check the material of your wooden fence. Good quality wood will give you less problems and will last for years.
However, since it’s wood, caring for it is important to ensure there’s no damage. Start preparing before winter even arrives.
First, check to see if there’s no dust or molding on your fence. Check for termites as well.
If you want to check if your fence is water proof, sprinkle a few drops of water on it. If it’s absorbed, that means it is not water proof. Applying stain will help protect the wood from moisture.
If you have a vinyl fence, that doesn’t mean it won’t be damaged. That being said, the weight of the snow can cause it to crack and sag. Therefore, it’s important to shovel away snow before it accumulates around your fence.
If you have an aluminum fence, you don’t need to worry about water resistance or termites. Some aluminum fences don’t get damaged by ice or snow. However, soil shifting can cause them to become displaced. Debris from trees can cause damage. Therefore, make sure to trim shrubs and trees during the winter.
Experiencing fence issues? Hire a well-known fence installation company. Go for a company that provides you with warranty, not just fencing services.
A good fence should be able to last a few years, even ten. If you are looking for a fencing company in Atlanta, book an appointment with us today.