Here are fence maintenance tips that you’ll want to use this summer.
We’re now in the midst of summer, and there’s still plenty of summer left to be had. For fence owners, you’ll need to know what fence maintenance tips to follow so that your fence holds strong for the rest of the season. Here are fence maintenance tips that you’ll want to use this summer.
Perform Fence Inspections, and Repair Damage as Needed
To take good care of your fence, the first part of fence maintenance is to know how your fence is currently doing. This means performing an inspection and getting an idea of what might need to be fixed. See if your fence boards are leaning, or if any posts are loose or broken. Perhaps, for those with wooden fences, rotting could be an issue as well. Identifying these fence problems, and addressing them early on, is what will help to maximize the longevity of your fence.
Give Your Fence Regular Cleanings
Cleaning is a part of fence maintenance that’s done all year round, and summer is no exception. Summer is a season that brings plenty of debris, such as pollen and dust. This can make your fence look much less appealing. To restore the look of your fence, consider investing in some specialized fence cleaner, or you can stick to classic mild soap. Apply the cleaner of your choice by using a soft brush, and rinse your fence down once cleaning is over.
Trim Nearby Vegetation Around Your Fence
Whenever there’s vegetation near your fence, there will come a time when that vegetation needs to be trimmed back. This is done for a couple of reasons.
To start, it makes your fence look nicer when there aren’t leaves and branches that are obstructing it. Second, when vegetation isn’t trimmed back, it can put unnecessary pressure on your fence, which can compromise its structural integrity. Finally, by trimming vegetation ahead of time, none of that vegetation will come falling onto your fence during stormy weather.
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