Best Fence Contractors in Burlington, ON

We think education in our industry is so important. We were on site to quote another fence line, and this caught our eye. This fence is just starting its second season and is showing major defects. nnThe bottom 2x6’s were installed to support soil on the opposite side. Fences are NOT structured to support additional loads like gardens, stones, soil, concrete, mulch etc… it promotes early deterioration of the posts, adds additional loads aside from wind to the fence, and causes early failure. When it comes to lumber typically used in fencing the only lumber rated for ground contact are 4x4, 5x5 and 6x6nnThe middle rail was installed with 1 screw toe nailed to the top of the rail and into the post. It is an insufficient amount of fasteners to support the center of the panel. nnThe top cap was supported with 3 screws; on either end, and one in the center. It was showing signs of lifting, and allowing water to get in to the tops of the fence boards. Rotting the thinner material quicker. nnFencing isn’t cheap. It’s a project you only want to take on once when owning a home. Make choices with trusted professionals so that you don’t have to reinvest into the same project twice. nnThere are lots of contractors doing great work, and some who are not. You’ll get great with a Davis Fence.