why choose an Aluminum fence?
An aluminum fence is a very attractive option due to being durable, strong and resistant to corrosion.
They are easy to clean, they are resistant to extreme weather conditions such as heat and cold and have low maintenance needs as they don’t rust and so look as good as new for many years.
This means that aluminum fences have long warranties covering decades with some manufacturers providing lifetime warranties.
An aluminum fence can also be more cost-efficient when compared to other materials, such as wrought iron and steel.
Due to aluminum fencing being more expensive than other types of fence in the past, it really hasn’t been until the last 5 to 10 years or so that aluminum began being used in residential settings and now many home owner associations have a requirement for properties as they make the homes look more uniform.
Aluminum fences can be used to provide greater security and privacy to your home and will increase the value of your home too.
They come in a wide variety of sizes and styles with many different color plus decorative and ornamental options to add curb appeal, mark property boundaries or they can surround a pool or be used for perimeter fencing to enhance safety for animals and children.
Aluminum fencing styles
We’ll try to keep this simple as there are many different styles available (shown below in the variations section) but there are two distinct style types.
The traditional aluminum fence and the privacy or semi private style.
Traditional Aluminum Fences
This style of fence is the most popular style of aluminum fence you’ll likely see.
The metal going across the fence from post to post is called the rail (as in the post and rail type you see on most livestock fencing) and it is for keeping the structural integrity of the fence.
The pickets (the metal going vertical) do not support the fence structurally like the horizontal part does.
There are a lot of different stylings available for the top of the posts and also the vertical parts between the posts.
This is not a very good barrier for smaller pets as they will be able to get through the gaps between the posts but they are good for securing larger dog breeds and also keeping children from escaping.
Privacy or Semi-Private Aluminum Fences
This style is usually around 4 to 6 feet tall but, unlike the traditional type above, they are solid with no gaps (fully private) or they have small gaps which someone can see through with a little bit of effort if they really want to.
These types of fences are great for surrounding swimming pools and for creating a private boundary between neighbors yards.
You can have the railings horizontal or vertical depending on your taste.
This style is the ultimate for privacy and security as there are no gaps for even the smallest of pets to escape through (unless they are expert diggers.)
Our Aluminum fencing variations
Whatever you can think of, we can install for you. So if you want full privacy, semi-private, horizontal, vertical, board on board, our artistic fence professionals will do a great job of matching your fence with the properties of your home.
We can install them any height you wish, usually we install fences that are 6 foot or more.
There are residential or commercial grades available with many residential customers choosing to have commercial grade installed because it provides greater strength and commercial grade aluminum fences have 8 foot sections.
For pools, there is another grade that is designed to comply with the ICC pool safety standards.
Other aspects to think about are the color, the amount of rails and the styling of the finials (the tops of the pickets) and the style of post cap you prefer.
The more rails there are, the more ornamental the fence looks.
The most common colors are, black, white, satin black and bronze.
Mostly, people choose a color to go with their siding or door and window trims.
We feel the satin black looks great and suits most homes.
Flat Top
Flat top is the most popular option, the fence pickets are covered with a flat rail across them.
Exposed Spear Finials
The exposed spears or finials design has the spear heads exposed at the top.
Flat Top With Spears
The flat top with spears design is a mixture of the two with the spears being covered above them with a flat top.
Fleur-De-Lis Finials
This is the decorative shape of a lily and provide a timeless and old world character to a fence.
If broken for some reason they are easy to replace as well.
Triads
They look like a fleur-de-lis but they don’t have any protruding aspects coming from the bottom.
Great for offering a would-be intruder something to think about as they are sharper on top than a fleur-de-lis.
Quads
These are basically a spear with 4 sides.
You can also have these with a ball on the top of them to bring a modern and contemporary look.
How Are Aluminum Fences Made And Are They Toxic To The Environment?
The videos show how the process of how aluminum is recycled and made into all types of aluminum fencing.
Many fences these days are made from recycled aluminum so they are very environmentally friendly along with wrought iron fences.
This differs from wood fences which gives to deforestation and also, if treated, the chemicals can harm the earth.
Vinyl manufacturing uses chemicals as well so they are not as eco-friendly as as an aluminum fence either.
Advantages and Disadvantages of Aluminum Fences:
Advantages
Disadvantages
Advantages
Advantages of Aluminum Fencing:
- Timeless and look great as they replicate the look of wrought iron but you don’t have to worry about rust.
- They come in a variety of styles, decorations and colors to match any property.
- Low maintenance – These fence will not rust and, instead of painting every couple of years, they require just a wash down every now and again to keep looking great.
- Less expensive – In the long run, they are more economical as there may be more of an initial outlay to get installed but require no painting and staining as the years go by.
- They reduce waste – As they last a very long time and, more often than not, aluminum fences are made from recycled things like cans and other aluminum products, so they are environmentally friendly and lower your carbon footprint. If you ever decide to replace your aluminum fence, you can recycle again as well so cuts down on wastage. This is in contrast with vinyl or even wood fences as vinyl is made from petroleum products and using wood obviously contributes to the cutting down of forests.
Disadvantages
Disadvantages of Aluminum Fencing:
- Aluminum fences are not great as security fences due to them being lightweight and less durable than say wrought iron. However, saying that, some aluminum can be forged to be just as strong as steel but it will be more expensive.
- Less strong and sturdy than a wrought iron fence due to being screwed in instead of welded. Being lighter, it will not stand up to hard impacts the way an iron fence would so flying debris during storms may affect the structure.
- Aluminum fences are less private as you can see through them unless you get one with panels.
- Sometimes there is a higher initial outlay than other fence materials but over times it levels out and can be more economical due to less maintenance required.
Some Frequently Asked Questions...
Do I need a permit to get an Aluminum fence installed in Beaumont, texas?
More often than not a permit is not required for fences below 6 feet but it is necessary to call zoning and permit regulations where you are located. Also contact your HOA and any other associations connected to your property for their individual requirements as you may need additional waivers from easement holders for example. For zoning and permit information the Beaumont Permits Office is located at:
801 Main Street, Beaumont, Texas, 77701. (409)-880-3762
What is the cost of having an aluminum fence installed?
It depends on the height, thickness, the terrain it's to be installed on etc but ball park figures are around $19 to $90 per linear foot with the average our customers have been paying being $55.
How long will my aluminum fence last?
With being properly looked after (checked over for damage and washed down every now and again when dirty), an aluminum fence will last 20 years plus with some we have heard lasting up to 50 years!
How do I look after my new aluminum fence?
There is not much maintenance to do on aluminum fences however if there has been a storm or someone has tried to gain entry, there may be loose screws or damage to pickets. You can test for this by pushing on the fence and listening for any rattles. If the screws are stripped they'll need replacing and any damage to pickets might be able to be hammered back into shape depending on the amount of damage. Any damaged caps can be repainted using the correct paint from the manufacturer if there are any scratches or chips in the coating.
Do you do gates?
Yes we do gates in aluminum or any other material we install fences for and make sure the gate compliments the fence and property too!
Is there a warranty for the aluminum fences and gates?
Yes, depending on the coating used etc there can be as much as a lifetime warranty. Please call our office to find out about all the warranties we have on (409) 215-2469
What is the main advantage of choosing an aluminum fence?
The main advantage of choosing an aluminum fence is that they are resistant to corrosion and doesn't rust. They are also very strong.
What color choices are there?
Apart for black, which is the most common and looks great around any property, there are a few color options available as electrostatic powder paint coating is used which is what they use on cars.
If you have a question that isn’t covered here, we have a more comprehensive FAQ page and we are also more than happy to help answer all your questions at our office – (409) 215-2469
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