The practical and social advantages of rural fencing

The Practical and Social Advantages Of Rural Fencing Are you familiar with the saying, ‘good fences make good neighbors’? The implication behind it is clear; we all need our boundaries – both social and physical – in order to function to the best of our abilities. Outside of the undeniably important reason of discretion, there are other great reasons why rural fencing could be a valuable addition to your property. Let’s take a look at some of those reasons and the argument behind them.

Classic yet timeless aesthetic appeal Choosing classic post and rail fencing is a choice you can rarely go wrong with. Wood fences offer a timeless and durable solution for basically anyone. There are a couple of modern construction styles where wood might not be the best fit in terms of aesthetic appeal, but in the vast majority of the time a wooden fence will prove to be not only an effective barrier but also something that will be great to look at. Some say that unlike residential fencing, rural fencing doesn’t really need to look good, but the truth is that a quality wood work can be much more than simply practical. There are various styles and materials to choose from, each bringing something different to the table. Rural fencing can be aesthetic if that is what you are looking for.

Stock management Having live stock on a property is naturally one of the most common reasons why one would choose to have rural fencing. A wooden barrier will make moving the livestock so much easier while creating more space and certain areas (laneways or yards) that make the

everyday life of the animals a little bit easier and more comfortable. With clear production zones being separated from each other, the labor becomes much more precise and effective.

Securing the animals from predator attacks is also extremely important. Woven or electric wire, wooden elements, the choices are plentiful and can be catered to specific needs both from an aesthetic, and from a practical standpoint as well. With livestock, the ideal construction is one that provides a solution that is capable of imitating the natural space, and at the same time provide the manufactured and mechanical advantages that only manmade designs are capable of providing.

Choosing a living fence will offer all those advantages while creating a space that will actually give something back to the ecosystem. Several species will suddenly get a new food supply which will bring its very own system with it. The animal feces will attract various insects, which in turn will bring in the spiders and toads, snakes, birds and maybe even mammals.

Now of course, those animals would be all right without our intervention, but this way at least we can create something that promote their existence instead of destroying them or chasing them away.

Crop protection Crops are another reason why post and rail fencing is not just a working, but a borderline mandatory solution. Pest animals can easily locate and enter the field if there is no fence around it; rural fencing is a quality answer for this problem.

Types of rural fencing There are generally three main types of rural fencing. Timber, straight wire and woven wire.

Curiously enough, timber is not always timber, sometimes it is “timber” coming from pine or even PVC. When it comes to its main characteristics, the straight wire has three main types as well. It can be plain, it can be barbed and it can even hold electricity inside. The woven wire usually comes with a predetermined length and its main advantage is security. That kind of wire was developed to keep animals in or out.

Cost If you want to buy tinder fencing, you usually have to prepare for anything from $40 to $55 per meter. This means that around 25 linear feet of the stuff will cost you anywhere from $680 to about $900, depending on the quality. The prices can vary even more if you choose a special kind of tinder or an unconventional design which is of course possible.

If you choose the wire fencing, you will generally have to calculate with bigger rolls. A roll is usually anything from 160 to 1600 feet. Naturally, the longer the roll that you want to buy, the cheaper it will be on a per foot scale. Asking for a quote is always a good idea. When it comes to the per foot price, you will be able to buy three feet worth of fence for about $75 but that price can go up to a $100.

Quality should matter It’s a cliché but in the long run, the highest quality materials will have better durability and therefore longevity as well. Buying cheaper materials make sense when you need a short term solution and your budget is small. However, when you need something long term, choosing the highest quality (or at least solid quality) materials will always represent the superior choice. If you think about it as an investment, the decision becomes much easier.

Every fence will need some maintenance from time to time. The weather, animals, a breakin, anything can happen, but you will want to lower the chances of something like that taking place as much as possible. Also, don’t forget that in case of installing a new fence – depending on the situation - your neighbor could be required to pay half of the total price.

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