What time of year is fencing cheapest?
Great question! In our off-season, aka winter, we typically have a lot of sales [...]
Which side of my fence should face outwards?
This is a very common question. Many (but not all!) fences have two distinct sid [...]
Do good fences really make good neighbours?
It's one of our favourite sayings, and like all that stand the test of time the [...]
What are the benefits of joist tape?
Joist tape is an acrylic based tape that is applied to the top of joists before [...]
Does a Fence Determine the Boundary? Building on a Property Line
It's a very common question. The answer is no, the fence does not determine the [...]
Can a fence block noise?
Absolutely! Privacy fences of all materials will block noise to varying degrees [...]
I’m sharing with my neighbour: Can you break it out?
Fences are like apples: they're easy to share. All it takes is getting a few of [...]
What’s the highest fence I can build?
Most cities have by-laws with a maximum allowed height for a fence. In Ottawa, t [...]
Can you make a gate out of my existing fence panel?
Folks often wonder if they can save on materials by re-purposing an existing pan [...]
Can You Extend a Deck Without Putting New Posts in the Ground?
There are situations where it makes sense. For example, Floating Decks: A float [...]