Aside from buying your home, one of the most significant purchases you’ll make to further invest in your property is buying a fence. Whether it’s for additional security, privacy or keeping your children and pets safe inside your yard, buying a fence requires a homeowner to weigh in on a lot of factors before making an informed buying decision. Perhaps the most important question to answer is who will do the job, which can create confusion if you happen to have multiple vendors providing you estimates.
If you’re in the market for a fence this year, here are some tips to help you select the right fence contractor to work with you and your family so that the entire process, from negotiation to installation to maintenance, is as painless as possible. These are things we tell all our clients because we want our customers to feel safe and secure when they sign a contract with us since that fence will be around for many years. First and foremost, you need to make sure you’re getting the best deal possible!
Do your homework
Before you make that first phone call, you should spend some time doing research and find out everything you can about the fence contractors you will invite to provide you an estimate. Doing this helps narrow down the list of companies who will visit your home, which can save you a great deal of time. Here are some things to consider when doing your research:
Does the fence contractor have a website? Nowadays any fence contractor worth contacting ought to have a website that highlights what the company offers and provides you with some details on the types of fences they can build. You should also get an idea from their website as to who the management team is, how long the company has been in business and what their service area is.
Can you see examples of the company’s portfolio? Not all fence contractors understand that a picture is worth a thousand words. You should easily see sample projects on the website. If there are none readily available, check to see how long the company has been in business.