Spear Ahead!

The best thing about having an aluminum fence is that it looks nice too. The spears on top of the aluminum fence can be used a design element to make your fence look attractive.
But the most important function of the spear is to provide security. A spear-topped fence is a deterrent for most robbers and thieves.

Choosing the Right Spear

The industry is full of different types of spears for aluminum fences. Various manufacturers give you designs for various spears. Here are a few types of spears:

1. Uniform fence with spear at the top: In this the aluminum fence has the standard spear at the top. These change with the grade of your aluminum fence.
2. Ornamental spears above the top horizontals: These are arranged above the top horizontal line.
3. Uneven spears above the top horizontals: These spears are arranged unevenly top the horizontal line.
4. Even spears above the top:  These are evenly arranged spears.
5. Staggered spears: Some people prefer these staggered spears that were once in vogue.

Check Surroundings

The spears are an added feature on a sturdy fence. You will have to remember that when you are installing a fence, you would need to evaluate your property thoroughly. You will have to check the kind of trees lining your fence. You will also have to keep in mind if you have recently planted a tree alongside a proposed fence. Keep adequate space based on the species of the tree.

Also check for property like shrubs, boulders, posts, that might hinder the installation of a fence.

Safety with Spears

You will have to take care to do the following things if you have installed a fence with a spear:

1. Educate your children on the safety aspects concerning the fence.
2. Keep your pets away from the fence. You can have pet fences installed.
3. If you have a clothesline in your yard which is too close to the speared fence, it could lead to ripping of cloths. Keep a safe distance between the fence and clothesline.
4. If you have any wirings or decorative hangings on any of your trees that are close to the fence, it would be a good idea to review the distance. Sometimes these could lead to accidents.
5. If you have any sprinklers or wirings going underground, keep a plan handy so that in case of any problem, the fence can be safely uninstalled.

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