Archive for July, 2017

Tips for Building a Gate for Your Wooden Fence

Friday, July 28th, 2017
Tips for Building a Gate for Your Wooden Fence

Complete the look of your fence with an attractive gate!

The gate is usually the last part of a fence to go up, and proper installation depends on strong, straight gate posts. Many gate malfunctions occur because the posts holding them start to sag. The gate usually isn’t difficult to construct, and its design is usually the same as the rest of the fence. It needs space on either side to ensure that it will continue to swing freely and close properly when the fence gets wet and the wood expands. You should also provide a gap between the bottom of the gate and the highest point in which it swings. (more…)

Things to Consider Before Buying a Fence

Friday, July 21st, 2017
Things to Consider Before Buying a Fence

Consider these things before you purchase your fence.

There are several reasons why you may need a new fence installed on your property.  Every style of fence has a unique set of purposes. Every homeowner should give some serious thought into which kind of fence is right for them before they embark on this new home project. With that said, consider the following aspects before you purchase a fence for your property. (more…)

3 Types of Security Barriers

Friday, July 14th, 2017
3 Types of Security Barriers

A security barrier is a great safety measure.

Effective security barriers are a critical part of your perimeter security plan. In today’s world, a security fence just isn’t enough to keep the right people in and the wrong people out. Security barriers serve several purposes and are usually worth the investment. It is always better to be safe than sorry.There are three common types of security barriers that you should consider for your business. Here’s what you should know about security barriers. (more…)

5 Tips for Fence and Gate Repair

Friday, July 7th, 2017
Gate-Repair

Unfortunately, even your security fence and security gate can become damaged over time.

Unfortunately, even security fences and security gates become damaged over time, whether it’s from a security incident or a weather event. If you are dealing with damage to your security fence, you should always contact the professionals at Hercules High Security for advice, but these five tips will help you in the meantime. (more…)