Home Improvement

Cantilever Gates vs Swing Gates: What’s the Difference?

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When you’re looking at installing a new gate, two main types come up: swing gates and cantilever gates (also called slide gates or rolling gates). Swing gates work like a door – they’re attached to a post with hinges and swing open and closed. Cantilever gates, on the other hand, work more like a pocket…

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A black metal fence enclosing a small patio with outdoor furniture and a grill, in front of a red brick house with large windows

Pros and Cons of Ornamental Steel Fencing: Is It the Right Metal Fence for You?

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Pros and Cons of Ornamental Steel Fencing: Is It the Right Metal Fence for You? When it comes to selecting the perfect fencing solution for your property, ornamental steel fencing stands out as a premium choice that combines security and style. As a professional fence contractor serving the Ames and Ankeny areas, we’ve advised countless…

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Where Should I Put My Fence?

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Where Should I Put My Fence? Watch this video or read the article below here! Transcript People often ask us, where should we place our fence? Let’s assume you want to maximize your backyard, so we’ll put the fence as close to your property line as we can. How do we find the property line?…

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Thrive Fencing team member using specialized machinery to drill a hole in the ground for fence installation

Essential Steps for a Fence Installation

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Watch this video or read the article below here! It’s getting closer to build day, and there are a few things we need to think about to make sure everything goes smoothly Transcript So, it’s getting closer to build day, and we’re excited to work with you. There are a few things we need to…

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Progress of a large construction fencing project with poles standing on a construction site, with the sunset in the sky

Who are the Best Iowa Fence Companies (Reviews/Ratings)?

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Each year, we at Thrive Fencing install more than 100 fences. Sometimes we’re not able to install someone’s fence (due to location, scheduling, type etc.), so people ask whom do we recommend. Well, we’re not afraid to mention our competitors. We want our customers to be informed about their options for a new fence. Here…

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