Fence Services
Chain Link Fence Installation in Chester County, PA
Chain link is the practical choice when you need a long, secure fence without paying for privacy panels. Black vinyl-coated chain link has also gotten a lot better looking, and it fades into a wooded backyard better than you might expect.
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- Chester County, PA
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Galvanized vs. black vinyl-coated
Bare galvanized chain link costs the least and has an industrial look. Black or green vinyl-coated fabric with matching posts blends into trees and lawn and is popular in residential neighborhoods. HOAs that allow chain link often require the coated version.
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Common uses
Homeowners usually choose chain link for:
- Keeping dogs in large backyards
- Dog runs and kennel areas
- Back property lines along woods
- Garden and compost enclosures
- Securing sheds and equipment
- Sports courts and play areas
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Height, gauge and add-ons
Fabric weight (gauge), post thickness and top rail all affect strength. A bottom tension wire or buried edge discourages digging pets. Privacy slats can be added later, though they catch wind. Height limits, setbacks from property lines and roads, and whether a permit is needed all vary from one Chester County township or borough to the next. Call your municipal office before you sign a contract.
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Installation details
Terminal posts at ends, corners and gates are set deepest and braced, since they hold the fabric's tension. Line posts follow between them. Chain link follows grade easily, which helps on wooded or sloped lots. Every post hole is excavation, so a PA One Call (811) request should go in before digging to get buried gas, electric and cable lines marked. Most installers file it; ask yours to confirm.
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What to compare
- Fabric gauge and coating
- Post and top rail sizes
- Gate width and frame
- Bottom tension wire included?
- Old fence removal
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