Demand for outdoor space at home is higher than ever, but property lines can be a bit close for comfort if you live in a city or suburb. Don’t sacrifice your time outside because of the neighbors. Installing a fence for these five reasons will maximize your time in the yard.
1. Privacy
Though it’s implied, privacy is the primary reason homeowners install fencing. Designed to keep out prying eyes, it’s easier to relax behind a fence, knowing you and your family aren’t on display. A fence can also buffer noise from the street or your neighbor’s backyard BBQ.
2. Safety
Installing a fence is an easy way to make sure you’re keeping your kids and pets safe. If you live near a busy road, sending small children out to play alone can be a cause for worry. You don’t want them wandering into the street. If you have a dog, installing a fence is a must. According to a survey by SunTrust Mortgage, one-third of millennials chose to buy a home to have a yard and space for their dog. Dogs are naturally curious, and you don’t want them wandering off. Privacy fencing ensures your kids and pets play safely outdoors.
3. Security
Privacy fencing reduces the chances of vandalism and theft. Those looking to cause mischief often won’t go to the trouble of climbing a fence. It also keeps your outdoor valuables out of sight. Fences can keep unwanted animals, like rodents, rabbits, and raccoons, out of your yard. The added security can lower your homeowner’s insurance rates, too!
4. Shelter
If you’re a gardener, a fence can protect your plants from wind damage. It can also serve as a wind barrier, reducing the strength of cross winds that may down tree limbs and cause property damage. Weaker wind gusts will also decrease drafts around your home and lower heating and cooling costs.
5. Property Value
Adding wood or vinyl privacy fencing can boost your property value. If you’re planning to sell your home in the future, it may be an excellent investment to catch a purchaser’s eye. Many buyers hire installers and are willing to pay more, so they don’t have to worry about installing one themselves.
Looking to enhance your outdoor space and avoid neighbors’ prying eyes? Install a privacy fence today. Contact our team at Forrest Scott Fencing to talk about the different fence options we can offer your property!
