Care for your steel fence in these easy ways!
Does your home or business have a steel fence that needs maintenance? A fence might seem self-sufficient, able to withstand the weather on its own and left to its own devices. However, your chain-link, ornamental, or high-security fence does require a little tender loving care. These maintenance tips for steel fences are all you need to keep it in good working order for years to come.
Clean Regularly
Sometimes, fences need cleaning. Cleaning a steel fence is relatively easy. All you need to do is to hose it down perhaps once a year. It’s a good idea to scrub out dirt from crevices in the metal to prevent corrosion. A detergent may come in handy but is not strictly necessary.
Make Repairs
Check the fence once a year or otherwise periodically to see if there are any loose or missing pieces. Check for damage of any kind, including rust, and repair it promptly. Repairing a steel fence is doable with the right tools!
Prevent Rust
Steel fences come with a protective coating that keeps it from rusting. However, over time, scratches and other damages can lead to rust. You can prevent rust by coating the fence in an anti-rust solution as needed. It’s best to do it after the fence is cleaned and fully dry.
Keep Plants Away
Maintenance tips for steel fences include keeping them ventilated. If you have plants growing next to your fence, make sure they are trimmed and not brushing against the fence. Plants contain plenty of moisture and can be weighty, which would be a problem if they fall against your fence. Prevent vines from climbing the fence, and beware of tree roots interfering with the fence’s foundation.
Keep Off Excess Moisture and Weight
Moisture, heavy weights, and strong forces are all enemies of steel fences. Do not let your sprinkler system douse the steel fence continually in summer, and brush off snow and ice promptly in winter. If it is an issue, keep children from climbing on the fence, and do not stack or plant extremely heavy items close to the fence, lest they fall over and take out the fence.
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