Aluminum fencing is one of the cleanest upgrades you can make to an Ogden property, but homeowners always have plenty of questions before starting the project. Working up on the Ogden Bench or down near the Weber River means dealing with different soil conditions, slopes, and weather shifts. Ogden Fencing Company will walk through the most common things people ask before our team starts digging post holes.
Will an aluminum fence actually hold up to heavy Ogden snow and wind?
Aluminum fences stand up to heavy Ogden snow and wind very well. Unlike wood that rots or vinyl that can get brittle in sub-zero Weber County winters, powder-coated aluminum stands up to freezing temperatures without breaking down. The real test around here is the heavy, wet spring snow sliding off your roof or strong canyon winds roaring down from Ogden Canyon. Because aluminum fences have open pickets, wind passes right through instead of acting like a sail. Ogden Fencing Company makes sure our team sets the posts deep enough below the frost line so the posts do not heave when the clay soil freezes.
Do I need a permit for an aluminum fence in Ogden?
Most of the time, standard residential fences under six feet tall do not require a building permit within Ogden city limits, but you still have to follow local zoning codes regarding property lines and front-yard height restrictions. If you live in a historic district like downtown Ogden or belong to an HOA up in Pleasant View or South Ogden, you will need to check their specific architectural guidelines first. Always call 811 to get your utilities marked before anyone puts a shovel in the ground, because our rocky northern Utah soil makes hand-digging a nasty surprise if you hit a sprinkler line or gas main.
Can aluminum fences handle steep slopes on the Bench?
Aluminum Fencing handles slopes remarkably well if you use the right installation method. Homeowners have two main choices for Aluminum Fencing on a slope: stepping or racking. Stepping looks like a staircase, where each panel stays level and steps down the hill. Racking means the panel angles to follow the slope of the ground, which keeps the bottom rail parallel to the turf. Racking works best on gentle to moderate slopes, while steep drop-offs on the Bench usually require stepped panels to keep large gaps from forming underneath.
How much maintenance does an aluminum fence really need?
Aluminum Fencing requires very little maintenance, which is why a lot of busy homeowners choose Aluminum Fencing over wood. You do not have to stain, seal, or paint Aluminum Fencing every couple of years. The factory powder coat protects the metal from rust and UV fading. Every spring, Ogden Fencing Company tells homeowners to just hose down their Aluminum Fencing to clear off the dust and Ogden road grime, and check that the gate latches are still aligned after the winter ground shift.
Are aluminum fences strong enough to keep dogs contained?
Aluminum Fencing is great for most dogs, but you have to pay attention to the style and layout of the Aluminum Fencing. If you have a small escape artist, look for Aluminum Fencing panels with tighter spacing between the pickets or add puppy pickets at the bottom, which feature an extra set of short bars near the ground. For large, athletic dogs that love to jump, make sure you choose an Aluminum Fencing height of at least five or six feet. Ogden Fencing Company installs plenty of pet-friendly Aluminum Fencing configurations that keep your dogs safe without blocking your mountain views.
What kind of warranty comes with a professional install?
Most quality aluminum manufacturers offer a lifetime residential warranty against cracking, peeling, or chipping of the finish. As for workmanship, any reputable local contractor should stand behind their Aluminum Fencing installation labor for at least a few years. If a gate sags or a post shifts due to poor installation, your builder should come back and fix it on their dime. For homes and businesses in Ogden, Ogden Fencing Company provides Aluminum Fencing services.