When and How to Replace Your Garden Fence
Having a damaged or old garden fence allows animals like deer, rabbits, or groundhogs to come in and eat your plants. To prevent this, ensure your fence is in good condition at the start of each growing season. Here are the key signs it's time for replacement:
- There Is Visible Damage or Rot: If your fence shows signs of wear and tear like sun bleaching, warping, or feels brittle to the touch, it is likely time for a new one.
- Frequent Repairs: Constantly fixing broken posts or sagging mesh? Ongoing maintenance takes up a lot of time and can add up in price. At a certain point, replacing the entire fence becomes more cost-effective than constantly making repairs.
- Poor Functionality: Whether you are looking to expand or even downsize your existing garden area, your garden fence should match the size of the space and improve the functionality of how you move within it.
- Increased Animal or Pest Activity: Are you noticing chewed stems, trampled plants, or dug-up soil? If animals are getting through your fence, it is no longer doing its job. Upgrading your garden fence to a sturdier material and reinforcing easy-access areas, such as corners or entryways, can help protect your plants from unwanted visitors.
Best Timing for Replacement
The ideal time to replace your garden fence is at the start of the growing season, before planting begins. This ensures your plants are protected from day one and minimizes disturbance to your garden.
How to Replace Your Fence
If you're ready to replace your fence, follow these straightforward steps:
- Cut Ties: Use scissors or wire cutters to snip any zip ties or connectors securing the fencing to the posts.
- Remove: Take down the old fencing, rolling it up for disposal or recycling. Check the posts—if they're stable, you can reuse them.
- Reinstall on Existing Posts: Attach new fencing to the existing posts using fresh ties. Ensure it's taut and secure, with proper ground staking to prevent animals from digging underneath.
Allow your garden the chance to thrive this coming season by installing a high-quality and reliable fence. Have questions about what fence would work best for your installation? Contact us via email, phone call, or even text message. We always have a product expert ready to help answer any of your questions.
