Before you put up fencing on your property, being prepared to do so is important. Discussing it with your neighbors and learning more about fencing laws in your area are examples of how you can become prepared for putting up a fence. Follow these tips for getting the most out of your investment in fencing.
Talk to Your Neighbors
For many people living in a neighborhood, blocking out their neighbors is sometimes a reason they choose to put up fencing. However, telling your neighbor you are putting up a fence before doing so can have great benefits, one of the most important being your neighbors remaining neighborly. For example, if your back yard and your neighbor's back yard meet without hedges or trees, it may look like one big yard. For many people, a division suddenly appearing in the backyard can seem intrusive and rude, like an emotional slap in the face. By telling your neighbors you would like to put a fence between your yards, maybe for your dog or for your kids, you prepare them for waking up one morning to it being there without the surprise or feeling that they have somehow made you mad or that you do not like them.
Check Your Local Zoning Laws
In some areas, fencing is regulated by zoning laws. Zoning laws related to fencing can dictate how high a fence can be or how close one can be to property lines. Some areas do not permit fencing to be used in front yards, while others have limitations in place about the kinds of materials you can use for fencing. Also, if you live in a neighborhood that is included in a homeowner's association, making sure you are within your association's regulations about fencing is important.
A Land Survey Can Be Helpful
Putting up a fence between your property and a neighboring property without knowing exactly where the property line is can be a troublesome issue that could land you in court. If you put up a fence without a survey, it might accidentally end up on the neighboring property. The owners of the property neighboring yours could be offended by you putting a fence on their land and may ask you to take it back down or threaten a lawsuit over the encroachment. To avoid issues with neighboring property owners, have a land survey done so you will know exactly where it is okay to put your fence line.
Taking the time to cover all the bases you need to before putting up a fence is the best way to avoid regretting your decision altogether. Getting the most out of a fence starts with you planning ahead for its construction. Speak with a representative from a company like Holman Fence LLC to get started.
