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Wood fence posts must be pressure treated and rated for ground contact

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Fence costs are calculated as a cost per linear foot. The easiest way to estimate the cost is to determine the cost of a single fence panel and then multiply that cost times the number of panels required to achieve the total length of the fence.

First, measure the perimeter of the area to be enclosed – while doing this make note of any special situations that will influence to cost such as gate(s) or difficult terrain. If a fence already exists that will be replaced with new materials then simply count the number of fence panels that are present. Wood privacy fences are almost always spaced with posts 8 foot apart on center (this means the measurement from the center of one post to the center of an adjacent post is 8 feet) but always measure to confirm.

Lumber is available in standard 8 foot lengths and offers a balanced solution of cost and strength.

Spans longer than 8 feet will likely have problems with sagging unless the 2×4 cross beams are upgraded to 2×6 dimension – this also changes the appearance of the fence panel.

Spans shorter than 8 feet are usually not necessary, the fence will be stronger but materials cost increase substantially.

If there is a need to set the posts at some other length, be sure to choose an increment of 2 feet (i.e. 6 foot, 8 foot, 10 foot, 12 foot etc… ) otherwise installation will require every cross beam to be cut to length.

What about the premade panels available at the local home improvement store? These premade panels are often made from pressure treated pine with three cross beams that are 1.5×2.25 inches and frequently sag after installation. The cheap fence panels can be suitable for urgent repair purposes but are not recommended for use when installing a new or replacement fence.

Wood fence posts must be pressure treated and rated for ground contact. Galvanized steel shadowbox fence posts offer longer life after a higher initial cost for the post and the post rail brackets that are required. Many homeowners dislike the appearance of the steel posts but this can be overcome by a simple coat of paint or wrapping the steel post in a wood enclosure.

The fence rails should be 2×4 lumber from pressure treated pine or cedar wood. The style of privacy fence and the choice of wood used on the pickets will have the biggest impact to the aesthetics of the wood privacy fence installation. The basic privacy fence consists of 3.5 inch wide dog-eared pickets placed on one side of the rails; this style requires 24-25 pickets between each post. Another option is to use the wider 5.5 inch pickets which requires 16-17 pickets between posts that 8 feet apart. After the measurements are made, it is time to choose the materials for your fence.

With this information, the total materials cost for wood privacy fence installation can be put into the fence cost calculator. Using the typical selections that make up more than half of all privacy fences in the US:

* 8 foot UC4A pressure treated pine 4×4 wood post (quantity: 1, approx. $8 ea.)

* 8 foot UC3B pressure treated pine 2×4 wood fence rails (quantity: 2, approx. $4 ea.)

* 6 foot 3.5 inch wide western red cedar pickets (quantity: 24, approx. $2 ea.)

* 3 1/2 inch 16d galvanized ring shank nails (quantity: 8, approx. $1)

* 1 3/4 inch galvanized ring shank nails (quantity: 100, approx. $1)

* 1.5 cubic feet of crushed gravel (quantity: 1, approx. $5)

This brings the cost of the typical wood privacy fence installation to approximately $71 per panel, or just below $9 per linear foot. Other common fence designs will increase the cost from this baseline estimate of the privacy fence cost. The good-neighbor fence (where the pickets alternate sides of the fence, either picket by picket or panel by panel), shadowbox fence, and board-on-board fence styles both increase the number of pickets. Cap and trip fence style has the clean look of a uniform top edge between each post with the added cost of the top rail. Lattice top privacy fences of course add the cost of the lattice.

This estimate is for materials cost only, if you use a contractor to do the work the total cost of the privacy fence installation project will increase by at least double. Constructing a wood privacy fence is within the capability of the typical homeowner, a solid three day weekend of work with two guys can finish a privacy fence around the typical backyard and use the money saved on refreshments to enjoy a job well done.

Business

A professional locksmith company should be available to serve

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A locksmith has a variety of services to offer. They can help you change the locks on your home, or rekey an old lock if you are moving in. They can install deadbolts, or even electronic locks, depending on the type of lock you have. These professionals also open safes, filing cabinets, and suitcases. If you have lost your keys, you can call a locksmith to come and help you regain access to your home.

Most locksmiths give free quotes for their services, but be wary of companies that give prices without a quote. The final cost can depend on a number of factors, including time of day, the type of lock, location, difficulty of the service, and whether or not the locksmith can obtain the parts that you need. Regardless of what type of locksmith service you need, a locksmith can help you regain access to your home or car. A locksmith can also rekey locks to prevent key theft, and can even install a chip that disables car keys.

Locksmiths work with existing door hardware, such as locks, hinges, and locks. Their duties also extend to designing and installing different security layers and styles of lock cylinders. Many locksmiths also make and repair lockers, using code machines or code systems. They can help college staff prevent break-ins, and open locks that are not easily opened by ordinary means. They also instruct college personnel on using code machines, key cutting machines, and power tools in a safe and secure manner.

While a locksmith may be able to open any lock, they may also have a limited workspace. They may need to work around a counter or in an awkward space. They may also work in adverse weather conditions or in mobile units. Having a mobile business is another benefit of being a locksmith. A locksmith may also work on a mobile unit to unlock vehicles. And they are often on-call. So if you need a locksmith, be sure to consider a career in this industry.

A professional Rodeo locksmith company should be available to serve you 24 hours a day, seven days a week. After all, lock emergencies can occur anytime. It’s important to know where to find a locksmith if you’re locked out, and a 24-hour emergency is always better than a long wait. You never know when you may need one. A locksmith can help you with all of these issues and more! This is why it’s important to research a locksmith company and choose a professional locksmith you can trust.

A locksmith business is a lucrative business. You can make up to $40,000 a year with an independent business and no employees. You can hire an employee to work in your locksmith business or form an LLC yourself. Either way, make sure you fill out the application completely. Remember that just because you’ve completed it doesn’t mean it will be approved. You should check the requirements in your state before hiring someone to work for you. In some states, you’ll need to undergo a background check and complete an approved training course.