Is Aluminum Fencing the Best All-Weather Fencing?

April 19, 2016Kathy CrumAluminum Fences, Custom Aluminum Fences
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Aluminum fencing is your best bet to withstand the mid-Atlantic’s weather patterns.

While you have many fencing choices, each with its own benefits and drawbacks, we at Powers Fence believe strongly that aluminum fencing is absolutely your best bet to withstand the unpredictable mid-Atlantic weather. With Summer close on the heels of spring, it’s just a matter of time before heavy rains and storms  will be part of your daily life again, and that doesn’t even take into account the possibilities that hurricane season brings with it. More

Why to Choose Aluminum Fencing Instead of Iron Fencing

February 3, 2016Kathy CrumFence Installation

If you’re ready to improve the look and safety of your home through fence installation, consider aluminum fencing. The right kind of fence can add style and security to your home, making it a true showcase. Traditionally, wrought iron was used to maintain a timeless and elegant look, but it is also incredibly expensive and high maintenance, requiring careful maintenance to keep it from rusting. Aluminum fencing can keep that ornamental look of iron fencing without that ornamental pricetag. Aluminum fencing is practical for a variety of reasons.aluminum fencing in front of white house

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Fencing Permits: Are They Necessary?

January 27, 2016Kathy CrumFence Installation

The short answer is for most applications, yes. However, it depends on several different factors, so the real answer is to do your research prior to purchasing and installing your fence. Part of your research can be done here, where we’ll go over fencing permits, regulations, and how to find out whether or not you need a permit for your aluminum fencing.001-004-FlatTop-SeriesA-2-Rail-large

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5 Ways Aluminum Fencing Makes Great Perimeter Fencing

January 12, 2016Kathy CrumFence Ideas

Perimeter fencing is beneficial for both residential and commercial properties. The main idea behind it is to keep people and/or animals out, or in some cases, in. Aluminum fencing works great for this because of its strength, design, and versatility.

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Aluminum fencing makes great perimeter fencing for many applications.

Check out the various ways aluminum fencing makes great perimeter fencing below:

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5 Reasons To Buy 100% American Made Aluminum Fencing

August 28, 2015Erin PowersAluminum Fences

It’s no secret that Powers Fence Supply loves aluminum fencing!  Everyone at our organization loves the look and feel that an aluminum fence creates, as well as the security it brings when protecting your loved ones.  Our aluminum fencing materials are constructed with heavy wall aluminum extrusions and finished with Platinum Certified DuPont Armor-Guard™ TGIC polyester powder coating.  What that means to you is that every piece of your stylish aluminum fence has a fade and scratch-resistant powder-coat finish that offers twice the strength of typical acrylic finishes – and never requires painting. Its signature beauty, maintenance-free ease, steel-like durability.

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Wrought Iron Fence versus Aluminum Fence: What’s the Difference

July 7, 2015Erin PowersStandard

One of the most frequent questions I get as a fence designer is whether to install either a wrought iron or aluminum fence.  Both are great fencing materials and both will do the job of providing a highly secure perimeter for your home or commercial property.  However, there are some distinct differences between the two fence materials worth considering before making a final decision. I hope that this explanation of their differences will help!

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7 Common Misconceptions About Aluminum Fencing

April 13, 2015Erin PowersAluminum Fences

When it comes down to it, aluminum fencing is one of the best fences money can buy—especially if you’re a DIYer who wants to take pride and pleasure in building your own fence!  Having sold hundreds of aluminum fences the past few years, it amazes me when I hear clients who express an interest in an aluminum fence, and then try to talk themselves out of it based on their limited research or what they hear from misinformed neighbors or (even worse) employees who work in retail stores.

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