With UK storms likely to become more frequent, now is the time to protect your garden. One outdoor feature that can easily get battered and damaged from storms is our fencing, leading to frequent and costly repairs which can really add up.
In this article, we’ll look at how you can prepare your garden fence against storms.
Why are storms bad news for fences?
Storm damage can compromise the structural integrity of your fence. Whether it’s sagging, missing panels or accelerated rotting, fences really get put through it when a storm hits – and the effects can be cumulative.
With a weaker or damaged fence comes increased security risks, reduced privacy and just an unappealing looking garden.
Luckily, there are a few ways to prepare now for the upcoming rise in storm frequency.
5 ways to prepare and protect your fence against storms
Remove debris and overhanging branches
- Any branches that are overhanging your fence can easily become torn off during high winds, potentially landing on your fence. To avoid this extra hazard, remember to keep on top of maintenance of any trees in the vicinity. Similarly, remove any rotting leaves and debris that have piled up against your fence after a storm as this can lead to wood rot.
Store large objects before a storm
- When a storm is forecast, you should immediately store away any large objects in your garden such as furniture or children’s toys, as gales can potentially throw them into your fence. A shed or summerhouse is the perfect place to stow them safely away.
Protect panels with treatments
- Storms usually come with plenty of rain and this can accelerate wood rot. To give your fence the best chance of withstanding these effects, regularly treat the posts with wood preservers or treatments. Consult with your supplier to make sure you’re using an appropriate sort for your fence.
Ensure new fences are installed correctly
- A fence’s strength begins with its installation. Ensure that you are using a trusted fencing company, such as Harrow Fencing, to carry out the work. Our team will ensure that only the highest quality materials are used, that fence posts are installed to the correct depth for maximum
robustness, and that the fence has all the correct groundwork to support its stability.
Repair or replacement
- If your fence is already weakened or damaged in some way, then further storms will worsen it. Reparation is essential for strengthening a fence and giving it that robustness it needs to withstand adverse weather. Perhaps your fence is at the stage where it continually needs to be repaired? This cost can add up and it actually might be more economical to get a full fence replacement from a trusted supplier of high-quality fencing, such as Harrow Fencing. We also do repairs, helping you address problems as soon as they arise.
Get affordable fencing in Harrow, Hillingdon and beyond with help from Harrow Fencing. With over 60 years as the leading local fence stockists and fencing installer, we provide high-quality robust fencing to ensure you’re protected against all weathers. Want to know more? Chat to us today.
