why choose a chain link fence?
Chain link fences are popular with our customers because they have a relative low cost compared to say, wrought iron or aluminum, and they are quite fast to install so you can get back to enjoying your yard quicker.
Nowadays chain link fences can be highly customized and can even blend into the background of your yard.
They are also very sturdy (due to the posts being 2 feet under the ground) and able to stand up to wind, the more severe of weather and impacts from stray footballs and the like.
The posts are usually concrete and angle iron (angle iron is commonly used in construction) but wood can be used as well.
Beware of poor quality or using untreated wood as it can rot and be eaten by pests.
(See our wood fence page for a run down on the best type of wood to use in Beaumont.)
A chain link fence is a really great option for a pool or animal enclosure as you can see what is going on in the pool for safety purposes if you have small children or pets.
Chain link fences are not a very good privacy option as you can see through them but they are good for wind exposed properties.
These types of fence are not very high on there security ratings doe to them being see through so passers by can see what is in your yard if used as a perimeter fence and they are relatively easy to scale as there are gaps in the fence for getting good footing for climbing over.
This is why they are good as interior yard enclosures with a secure and private fence on the outside perimiter.
Our chain-link fencing options
Whatever you can think of, we can install for you.
So if you want full privacy or semi-private, our fence professionals will do a great job of installing your fence to the highest standards.
Usually, the gaps between the mesh is 50mm but you can get 45mm which is commonly used as the perimeters around tennis courts for example.
Prices are from the height of the fence and the diameter of the wire.
Galvanised wire diameter – 2.5mm to 3 mm
Plastic coated – (outer and inner cores) 2.5mm/1.7mm to 3.15mm/2.24mm
These come in various height as well from 900mm to 1800mm.
1. Chain link on angle iron
This is the most popular type, they are inexpensive,
2. Chain link on timber
3. Chain link on concrete
Galvanized Chain Link Fencing
Vinyl Coated Chain Link Fence
Aluminum Chain Link Fence
Stainless Steel Chain Link Fence
Privacy
Mesh screens, attached with zip ties, can be used to provide privacy to a chain link fence. You can also use wood panels.
If your need is for privacy, we would recommend going with wood PVC/Vinyl.
Semi private
You can use bamboo or reeds screens to add a bit of privacy to your chain link fence, there will bar slight gaps in-between the reeds or bamboo so passers-by can see into your yard if they make an effort to.
As with the privacy option, wood fence panels can also be used.
Galvanised Versus Plastic Coated Versus Powder Coated, Which Is Best For Beaumont, Texas?
There are three types of chainlink fences, galvanised, powder coated and plastic coated.
Galvanization involves the application of a zinc coating to the wire (steel or aluminum usually) to make it more durable and helps prevent corrosion, rust and even scratches and scrapes.
Vinyl or plastic coated basically just coats the bare steel with vinyl which helps to make the fence look better finished and also to become scratch resistant.
The best of both worlds goes one step further and adds a vinyl coat to the already galvanized metal. This makes the fence look better but it also increases the likelihood of rusting as the vinyl can come off with wear and tear through the years.
Powder coated is exactly what it sounds like, a coating of powder (a dry, powdered plastic which is then electro-statically charged) is applied to the steel which helps stop rust from forming especially in the humid conditions we get in central Florida.
The vinyl coated is more expensive that galvanised but the galvanisation along with vinyl coating increases the longevity of the fence.
In commercial settings, perimeters of factories, baseball fields, that sort of thing, usually just the galvanised is used as it costs less and in residential settings, vinyl is used as it looks better and can blend into the scenery depending on color choice.
Many times, in residential settings the powder coating is on the posts, rails and caps with the actual mesh of the fence being vinyl coated.
Are Chain Link Fences Eco-Friendly?
Most chain link fences are recyclable but it depends what they are made out of, how they are coated etc as to how easy it will be as someone recycling centres do not recycle vinyl in residential land fills but need special uplifts and dealt with in a different way.
Scrap yards, due to the steel used in chain link fences being low grade and worth much, might actually charge you to take it from you. You need to take off all the non-metallic parts of the fence which could be challenging.
Many times today, chain link fences are made from recycled materials (both the plastics and the metal) so it is a good choice to ask your fence company about these aspects.
Advantages and Disadvantages of Chain-Link Fences:
Advantages
Disadvantages
Advantages
Advantages of Chain-Link Fencing:
- They can last for decades, some chain link fences are still going strong 50 years later in areas of low sea air.
- They are the most affordable type of fence.
- They have very little maintenance so no staining, painting or sealing needed. Just need to be checked every now and again for coating coming off from a lawn mower hit or similar.
- As you can see through them (unless screens or similar have been installed), they are a safe fence in that you can see what family and pets are doing if you have used a chain link fence as a play area or pool perimeter.
- They are perfect for separating areas such as pet runs or parts of flowering gardens.
Disadvantages
Disadvantages of Chain-Link Fencing:
- Removing a chain link fence is quite a job as the posts are buried deep in the ground in concrete and are difficult to cut. Chain link fencing is also quite awkward to handle and once the fence is removed, they are often difficult to dispose of as well. Saying that, there is no need to replace a whole fence if vandals have cut it or a tree has fallen as a single panel can be taken out and a new one inserted in its place.
- They are also not very good for security as they can be scaled quite easily by intruders who really want to get in your yard.
- Chain link fences are not very private although you can get slats to go inside the mesh but they usually only make the fence around 80% private.
- They don’t really look great. Some communities are banning the installation of chain link fences as they are deemed to be eye sores.
- You should ask your local authority to see if any such laws might be coming into or are already in place in your area.
- Chain link fences are not great for adding value to a property or a boost when coming to sell.
- Cannot be used as pool fences due to them having gaps and being able to be climbed over.
Some Frequently Asked Questions...
Do I need a permit to get a chain-link 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 a chain-link fence installed?
The price depends on the height, the undulations, the ground quality etc.
Our prices per linear foot are $11 to $33 with the average our customers are paying being $17.50.
Having a gate installed is an additional cost.
How long will my chain-link fence last?
There are a few different aspects to consider such as the weather and the soil the fence is installed in but with proper care and having the fence installed by a real professional fence builder you can expect it last upwards of twenty years, especially if it is powder coated. This makes it one of the most economical fences to have installed.
How do I look after my new chain-link fence?
Just some soapy water and a cloth will do fine. A more eco-friendly option is to use borax mixed with water. 14 litres of water with 2 cups of natural borax powder.
Saying that, chain link fences can still rust if the coating gets damaged (chewed by an animal or hit with a mower) so as soon as any rust is spotted, you can rub with some steel wool.
Can chain link fences be painted?
Yes they can however it is an absolute nightmare if you use a brush and even a sprayer. You should use a roller on the chain link part and can use a brush on the posts. If galvanised or plastic coated, the paint won’t stick. We have an article coming soon all about painting chain link fences but it is a laborious process and probably better getting an expert in!
Do you do gates as well?
Yes we do gates in all the materials we install fences for - aluminum, wood, chain link, PVC/Vinyl and make sure the gate compliments the fence and your property too!
What are the advantages of chain link fencing?
Chain link lasts a long time and is one of the cheapest to install and doesn't need much maintenance.
Is there different colors to choose from?
You can get chain link fences in whiter, brown, green and black. Black blends in with the surroundings the best.
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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