Are you considering building a new fence for your property? Are you stuck weighing up the pros and cons of taking a DIY approach? If so, you are not alone! The DIY movement is gathering serious momentum. TV shows like the Block are showing us just what everyday people are capable of and giving homeowners more confidence than ever. But are there some things that are best left to the professionals? The answer to this is, inevitably, yes. Sometimes, it’s best to stand aside and let a pro take the reigns.
This is often the case for fencing! Hiring a professional fencing contractor is always the way to go. You might think that fencing is a good DIY project, but believe us – there is so much more than meets the eye! To give you an idea of how much work and preparation goes into quality fencing projects, we have created a list outlining 5 advantages of hiring a professional fencing contractor.
It might look easy, but underneath the surface lies a different story
Sure, fencing might not carry the life or death stakes of electrical work or gas fitting, but it has its own challenges. Just like electrical work, these challenges are rarely visible to the untrained eye. To put that into perspective for you, consider what you see when you look at the boundary of your home. Probably just more of the same – flat ground, some grass or trees. Maybe some slightly challenging terrain, or even rocks, but nothing you can’t overcome! Or so you might think. What about below the surface?
By the time you work out what’s beneath all that, it could be too late – especially if the answer is water pipes or drains. There is no feeling quite so sinking as hearing the crack of mattock against PVC! If that happens, you will be forced to bring in the pros anyway, and the damage could be costly. Sure, that might be the worst-case scenario, but in these situations you simply have to play the devil’s advocate. With stakes that high, it just makes sense to hire a professional fencing contractor. The professionals will have the right tools and experience to avoid any potentially embarrassing mishaps!
Experience counts for everything!
Any construction project involves a high degree of problem solving. Even with the best, most meticulous planning, unforseen issues will almost invariably arise. But what do you do when they do? Well, that depends on your experience and the equipment you have at your disposal. If you are having a go at your fencing job to save some money, a lack of experience could cost you. If you generate a budget based on the tools and materials you can see yourself using, there is a high chance that any unforseen obstacle will require extra spending on extra tools and materials. Before you know it, you could be spending well in excess of what it would have cost you to get a professional fencing contractor. The worst part: you will end up with a bunch of tools that you don’t even need.
How would things be different with a professional fencing contractor you ask? Well, put it this way: they have experienced their fair share of obstacles before! And every time they do, they learn to adapt. They also have all the tools they could possibly need, so your fencing project will be covered in any circumstances. There will be no uncertainty as to the price or timeframe either, so you get to harness all the benefits of their experience!
With a professional fencing contractor, you can guarantee a great outcome
What is it that drives most DIY projects? Well, there are two things: enjoyment and savings. Some people are attracted to the feeling of accomplishment that comes with successfully completing a DIY project. And that is a great feeling. But it depends on one thing: successfully completing the project! If you spend the whole project trying to fix problems, overcome obstacles or work out which tools you need, the enjoyment factor will probably wear off pretty quickly. Then you have the uncertainty – that constant question in the back of your mind – am I on the right track? The answer to that question will only reveal itself at the very end, which can add to the stress! So play it safe and hire a professional fencing contractor. That way, you know right from the beginning that your fence will be great.
Fencing is hard work – just ask a professional fencing contractor!
If you are thinking about taking on a fencing project for fun, you will probably be disappointed. Fencing is hard work and it involves a lot of strenuous manual labour. But the hard work begins even before the labour itself does! If you undertake a fencing project, you can expect to spend a long time planning and preparing. Mapping out boundaries, working out what materials you need, how much they cost, and where to get them—these are just a few of the many jobs you will have to do before a single post hits the ground! Believe us, fencing is far from a walk in the park!
A professional fencing contractor knows what materials and tools are right for the job
You might have read these points and still think that DIY fencing is the better choice for you. If so, all the power to you! But there is one more thing we think you should know. Fencing is for the long-term, so you need to get it right the first time. A big part of that is knowing what materials and tools are right for the job. Your choice of materials is particularly important in this regard. If you want a timber fence, think about the climate.
What types of timber will last, and what types will rot? Are there termites in your area? These are the types of questions that simply have to be asked for every fencing job. And we regret to inform you that there are a lot of them! To avoid any confusion or stress, consider hiring a professional fencing contractor—the benefits will be all yours to enjoy!
For all your fencing needs, contact the professionals at FenceCorp today (07) 3715 5055.