Allied Fencing sees neighbor fence installations go wrong when fences start leaning or sit six inches over the property line after a few months. Property owners in Blount County run into these issues frequently. Putting up a privacy fence seems straightforward until you are knee-deep in red clay, dealing with property pins and homeowners association rules.
Allied Fencing gets called in to fix botched projects and rescue homeowners from bad planning decisions. The actual mistakes that cost people time and money deserve a closer look.
Skipping the Utility Locate Call
Homeowners often think they know their yard, but Tennessee rocky soil hides all kinds of surprises. Digging post holes without calling 811 first is a gamble you are going to lose eventually. Allied Fencing works with plenty of rocky ground and old utility lines running through established neighborhoods near downtown Maryville. Hitting a fiber optic cable or a water main will turn a Saturday project into an expensive disaster before lunch.
Ignoring the Slope of the Land
Maryville terrain is not flat. If you try to run a straight, level privacy fence across rolling foothills terrain, you are going to end up with massive gaps at the bottom where pets can escape or awkward stepped sections that look plain sloppy. You have to decide early whether you are stepping your fence or racking it to match the grade. Both take real skill to pull off right.
Choosing the Wrong Material for Our Weather
Our region experiences heavy summer humidity, sudden storms rolling off the Smokies, and freezing winter snaps. Putting up cheap materials that cannot handle these temperature swings means you will be replacing boards in three years. Wood needs to be rated for ground contact, and vinyl needs enough thickness to withstand a heavy wind gust without cracking.
Forgetting About Property Lines and Setbacks
Never trust an old rotting fence line to show you where your property actually ends. Fences get moved over generations, and assuming your neighbor is right about the boundary is a fast track to a neighbor dispute. Spend the money on a proper survey if the pins are not visible. Also, check city codes or subdivision covenants regarding how close you can put that Fence Installation to the sidewalk or street.
Building a Fence Installation that lasts takes patience and attention to local details. Take your time, do the prep work right, and Allied Fencing wants you to have a strong Fence Installation that stands up to the Maryville climate.