Posts Tagged ‘metal fences’

• Protecting an Iron Fence from the Effects of Wind

  • March 25th, 2022
  • Posted in Iron Fences
  • Tags: iron fences, metal fences, residential fence

  With spring finally here, rain and storms will be coming to the Mid-Atlantic region again before we know it. Sometimes, the rain will bring windy conditions as well. This wind can be damaging at times, particularly to fencing. While iron… Read More

• Custom Metal Fencing: Why It Makes a Difference!

  • August 5th, 2021
  • Posted in blog
  • Tags: custom metal fencing, metal fences, metal fencing

  Today will discuss and break down custom metal fencing. When you finally decide to effectively and efficiently delineate your property boundaries, a fence will typically be your go-to option. Many homeowners and business owners alike gravitate towards fences to protect… Read More

• Why Regulations on Building Metal Fences Exist

  • August 21st, 2020
  • Posted in Metal Fences
  • Tags: fence regulations, metal fences, residential fence

  If you’ve ever wanted to install metal fences around your property, you know it’s not quite as straightforward as you think. You need to get approval from your homeowners’ associations (HOA), get a building permit, and research any local laws… Read More

• Benefits of Powder Coating Metal Fences

  • November 8th, 2019
  • Posted in Powder Coating
  • Tags: fence maintenance, metal fences, powder coating

  Iron and other metal ornamental fences come in various styles and constructions. By installing these fences around your property or as a driveway gate adds elegant and eye-catching interest to your home and yard. While Hercules Custom Iron has masterful… Read More

• How Weather Affects Metal Fencing

  • July 5th, 2019
  • Posted in Metal Fences
  • Tags: metal fences, metal fencing, weather

  When you invest in a metal fence for your property, you may be thinking that you don’t have to worry about things like the weather. While it’s true that your metal fence is very durable and more secure than many… Read More

• Dealing with Damage to Your Metal Fences

  • April 26th, 2019
  • Posted in Metal Fences
  • Tags: damage, fences, metal fences

  You might not think that heat can damage metal, but it can. And with spring moving slowly into summer, you will need to do all that you can to protect your metal fences. Keep an eye out for any signs… Read More

• 3 Types of Metal Fences

  • March 29th, 2019
  • Posted in Metal Fences
  • Tags: fences, metal fences, types of metal fences

    One of the quickest ways to make sure that your yard is more secure than before is to install a fence around it. However, when you go to do this, you will find that you have many different choices… Read More

• Benefits of Galvanizing Your Metal Fences

  • December 7th, 2018
  • Posted in Metal Fences
  • Tags: fences, galvanization, metal fences

  Galvanization, named for Luigi Galvani, is a process where a protective coating is applied to steel or iron to keep it from rusting. The galvanization process produces a distinctive pattern called “spangle,” so it is easy to tell when metal… Read More

• Should You Choose Steel or Wrought Iron Fencing?

  • October 19th, 2018
  • Posted in Metal Fences
  • Tags: metal fences, steel fencing, wrought iron fencing

  If you’re in the market for a new metal fence, you have three choices: steel, wrought iron, and aluminum. However, if you’re looking for something that will last you for years or decades, you might more interested in a wrought… Read More

• 6 Mistakes To Avoid While Installing a Metal Fence

  • September 28th, 2018
  • Posted in Metal Fences
  • Tags: installing metal fences, metal fence, metal fences

  Your old metal fence has probably worn down after a rough summer of high winds, torrential rains, and rambunctious kids. That means it’s time to install a new fence. Metal fences are some of the sturdiest fences you can choose,… Read More