Types of fences for small children and pets

Posted December 26, 2023 to Before You Buy: Tips, Advice, Checklists.

One may wonder why they should add a fence to their yard? There are a plethora of reasons that one may choose to add a fence. These reasons could range from protecting the parameter of your home to wanting to keep neighbors from spying. Though these are great reasons to opt for a fence, most families chose to add one due to the fact that they have small children or animals.

At Sierra Structures, we offer a wide variety of fences ranging from wood to metal. We are proud to offer custom fencing to all residential customers, large or small. We can customize them to meet your needs and wants as well as suit your home style. In this blog, we are going to discuss the types of fences for small children and pets.

Types of fences for small children and pets:

Wooden fences: There are many different sizes and styles when it comes to wooden fences, so it is easy to find one that compliments your house and landscaping. Wooden fences are easy when it comes to kids and pets because it blocks the view in and out of the yard. This will keep children and pets safe due to the fact that it will keep prying eyes out.
Vinyl fencing: Vinyl fencing is affordable and low maintenance. It is also a great option because it is durable and lightweight and it can be found in a wide variety of designs. It is also easy to replace and make repairs if damage occurs.
Chain link: Chain link fences are inexpensive as well as durable. They are a popular option for families that have small pets and animals they are practically indestructible. The only drawback to this fencing style is that they are easy to climb and are not as aesthetically pleasing as other fencing styles.
Aluminum and Steel: Aluminum and steel fences can be made to look like iron wrought. They are also an inexpensive option compared to iron wrought. If you are using this type of fencing option to contain pets and animals, it is important to make sure that it meets the minimum safety standards for minimum distance between pickett, length, and height between the bottom and top rails.

One may wonder why they should add a fence to their yard? There are many reasons why one may choose to do this. However, the most common reason is due to one having pets or small children. At Sierra Structures, no job is too big or too challenging for us to take on. We are proud to offer custom fencing to all residential customers across North Carolina.