Having a strong, new fence installed is a great investment into the value of your property by improving its curb appeal as well as its level of security. One of the most important aspects of getting the perfect new fence is budgeting for the fence – and staying within that budget, too. Here are a few tips to make the calculation easier and more accurate.
Consider Material Prices
One of the principle factors that will determine the money that you will need to put into your new Denver fence is the material that you choose. You will need to pick the material considering many factors, including functionality, aesthetics, durability and ownership costs that comprise maintenance and repair costs. If you need a fence that fulfills mainly an aesthetic role, you will need to invest into materials that can offer the desired visual appeal, such as iron, wood, masonry, aluminum or composite or you can opt for a green fence created using shrubs. All these materials are very durable, but make relatively high-priced solutions.
If your fence needs to fulfill only a role of protecting the security of your perimeters, you can use a less expensive, yet very durable material, such as barbed wire or chicken wire.
How much you will need to pay on your fencing materials also depends on the size of the area that needs to be fenced around and the supplier from which you source the materials. Obviously, the larger the area to be surrounded with your new fence, the larger the total amount to be paid, but most suppliers are willing to offer discounts on large orders and not all suppliers practice the same prices, so it is worth shopping around.
Consider Labor Fees
Some fencing materials can be installed even by people who don’t have previous fencing experience, while others need to be installed by professionals. The materials that come in ready-made panels and need only the installation of posts, such as chain-link, composite panels and vinyl fencing belong to the first category, while wood, masonry, stone veneer, aluminum and cast iron belong to the latter.
If you need the services of professional Denver fence installers, it is a good idea to contact several contractors and to request cost estimates for the job to be able to pick the most suitable company. Many contractors can also help you with great material prices (fencing material manufacturers usually offer discounted prices to their preferred contractors and the majority of these contractors are willing to offer their clients discounts, too) and the cost estimates will also include a detailed list of the various tasks involved as well as the associated fees.
Consider Long-Term Costs
The calculation of your overall costs of your fence will need to include long-term maintenance and repair costs. While the simple materials, such as chain-link, require hardly any maintenance, wood, iron, masonry and stone veneer will need regular cleaning, inspections to detect any damage, repairs and the regular application of protective coatings that improve the fence’s resistance to the elements.