Ornamental iron fencing can be both an attractive addition to your property, and a useful perimeter security tool.
When you are deciding to add fencing to your property, there are numerous options from which to choose. If you are looking for reliability and a timeless appearance, an ornamental iron fence may be your best choice. However, there are a few more factors to consider before deciding on your final iron fence design. Read on for the five essential things to remember before selecting your preferred ornamental iron fence and having it installed by the professionals at Hercules High Security.
Work With Your Existing Style
Before selecting your ornamental iron fencing for your property, you may want to consider how it will match your property’s existing style. This is a style concern, but if you are planning to add your fence to your business, you will probably want to create a cohesive design that will help your business look professional and appealing to visitors.
Consider Your Privacy Needs
You will also want to consider whether privacy is a primary concern for your property. Ornamental iron fencing can deter people from entering the property, but it often does not restrict visibility into the property. If you have areas you wish to keep private, you may consider combining the iron fencing with another material or planting shrubs and trees behind the fence to increase your privacy.
The Overall Design of the Fence
Your ornamental iron fence can also have its own design that can match your property’s appearance. For instance, you can create a modern design by combining black iron uprights with white horizontal sections. Alternatively, you can go for a more traditional style by designing the style of the decoration atop each post.
The Cost of Your Fence
Metal may be more expensive to install than a wood or PVC fence, but if your ornamental iron fence is maintained well over time, a metal fence can last for quite a while. Additionally, when the fence is properly designed and sealed by professionals, there is very little maintenance required to keep your iron fence looking great and functioning correctly.
Adding Fence Gates
Most likely, you will need some way to enter or exit through your fence, no matter the size. Ornamental iron gates can allow you to restrict access while simultaneously blending seamlessly into the larger design of the fence. There is a wide variety of gates in a range of styles, sizes, and types available for your specific needs.
Choose Hercules High Security to Protect Your Property
Whether you need White House-level security fencing, or you need the perfect version of a white picket fence to guard your business or residential property, trust the experts at Hercules High Security. For more information and to learn how we can meet your custom fencing needs, contact Hercules High Security online or give us a call at 1-800-395-9597. Our professionals are ready to serve you from Maryland and the Washington Metropolitan area to Richmond, Virginia. We have branch offices in Manassas, Richmond, Newport News, Norfolk, Virginia, and Maryland. We will ensure your investment serves your family and your business for years to come! For updates and to see projects we’re working on, visit us on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and Pinterest.