You might be looking at your yard this summer and wondering if it’s time to replace your old fence. If you’re not sure, here are some factors to consider:
Is there significant damage?
A plank or two in a wooden fence can easily be replaced. However, if you fence has more significant damage, it’s time to consider replacing it. At some point, the cost of repairing an old fence outweighs the cost of installing a whole new one. A good rule of thumb is that if you find yourself having to replace or repair more than 20% of the fence, it’s better to just replace it outright.
Do you need more privacy?
Many fences don’t offer a lot of privacy. If your fence has large gaps or just doesn’t offer the privacy you’d like, look into replacing it with a newer fence with more privacy. Privacy means that everything in your yard is safer and allows you to enjoy your yard more comfortably, so it’s definitely worth replacing your fence to obtain.
Are animals a consideration?
This one goes both ways. If you have animals that you want to keep in your yard, old fences that are starting to fall apart should be replaced. The same goes if you are trying to keep animals such as deer out of your yard and garden. Older fences are easier for animals to enter and exit through. Prevent this from happening by replacing your fence.
Is it wood?
Wood fences are prone to a lot more damage than other fence types. Wood splinters, rots, and warps. If your wooden fence is starting to look worse for the wear, it’s often much easier to replace it than to try to repair the wood. Painting can make it look better in the short term, but the problems will return.
Are you selling the house soon?
A new fence can do a lot for the curb appeal of your home. If you know that you are moving soon, consider replacing the fence now so that you have a more attractive yard to offer buyers.
Do you want a new style?
A perfectly valid reason to replace your fence is just because you want to change the look of your home. Fences do a lot for the feel and appearance of a yard. If you’re looking to switch up your backyard, start with the fence!
If you do decide to replace your fence, be sure to check out the wide variety of fencing options that PrivacyLink offers!