Gate Installation
TL;DR: Iowa contractor Micah Taintor explains why most fence posts don’t need concrete despite popular belief. Concrete creates yard mess, increases frost heave risk (posts can push several inches out of the ground), and makes repairs expensive. Mechanical driving 3-4 feet deep works better for most residential fences, including chain link, wood, vinyl, and ornamental…
Your neighbor got their backyard pool fence approved in two days. Yours has been stuck in permit limbo for three weeks. What went wrong? The difference often comes down to understanding the hidden complexities that can derail even straightforward pool fence projects. The Reality of Custom Pool Fence and Pool Code Challenges Your neighbor’s simple…
As a family-owned and operated fence contractor in central Iowa, we’ve installed thousands of gates over the years, from simple residential entries to complex commercial projects. Our experience with fencing solutions across Ames, Ankeny, and surrounding areas has taught us that every gate project requires careful consideration of both function and design. Selecting the Right…
When you’re thinking about installing a fence gate, there’s more to consider than you might expect. We install hundreds of gates each year at Thrive Fencing, and getting it right the first time saves headaches down the road. The truth is, that a gate is only as good as its installation. As someone who’s seen…