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3 Important Actions To Take When Looking For The Perfect Residential Fence Contractor

8 August 2018 by Emma Kilpela

The fence around your property plays an important visual and functional role. If it has seen better days, you should seriously consider having it replaced by a fence contractor. Selecting one of these specialists can go smoothly when you take these actions. 

Ensure the Fence Materials are High-Quality 

How well your new fence holds up over the years depends a lot on the materials that the fence contractor uses. As a result, you need to carefully look over a contractor's materials to make sure they're long-lasting and right for your property.

The best way to go about researching this aspect of a contractor's practice is to talk to previous clients they've done work for. If most of these past clients say their fence materials have held up well, chances are yours will, too. Also, look on the fence contractor's website—if they have one—to make sure they offer the fencing materials you're wanting on your property.

Visit Past Work Sites 

Although you can tell a lot about a fence contractor's work by looking online at their photos and videos, it's even better to visit their past work sites. You'll then be able to assess their work in person and make a more informed decision about whether you want to work with them or not.

A lot of fence contractors will list their previous jobs on their website. Find out where these are located and schedule some time to inspect them, perhaps with another person. Pay attention to the quality of materials used, the overall craftsmanship displayed, and the types of properties that have been worked on. If these factors check out, chances are the fence contractor is a good match. 

Try to Secure a Guarantee 

Even when you properly vet fence contractors—making sure they have the right credentials and licenses—mistakes can sometimes happen. When they happen on your property and you're not happy with the fence contractor's end product, they should make the necessary corrections.

You can make sure they do by getting them to guarantee 100% customer satisfaction. This protects you from a financial standpoint and ensures the contractor lives up to their end of the bargain. Try to get this guarantee in writing, so if they don't fix their mistakes, you can take legal action. 

Having the right fence contractor work on your property is important for ensuring your new fence is installed correctly and on time. This selection process should involve in-depth research, where you focus on key aspects of a fence contractor's practice.

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