Options For A Secure Chain-Link Fence
Posted on: 15 May 2020
If you are considering a fence for security around your home or business, chances are that chain link is on your list of options. If you have some concerns about this fence option, the following information can help better understand how secure a chain-link fence can be.
Appearance Issues
One of the major concerns about chain link, particularly in residential areas, is the appearance of the fence. Although modern chain-link fences are made of metals that rarely rust, corrode, or discolor, the appearance of the fence can be a little stark and plain. Fortunately, there is a way to improve the look of the fence. Vinyl-coated chain link is an attractive option that has the additional benefit of making the fence more difficult to climb. You can find vinyl-coated chain link in a range of colors, although black and dark green are the most popular because they help the fence fade into the background.
Privacy Concerns
Privacy can be another major concern, primarily in residential yards but also to some extent in commercial settings. There are privacy options for chain-link fences that are both effective and attractive. Vinyl slats are available that slide into the chain to create a solid fence. These slats come in a range of colors, with some even designed to mimic bamboo or to look like shrubbery. Screens, which clip to the fence, are another option. Once again, these come in a range of colors and designs. Businesses can even have them custom-printed with their name and logo.
Climbing Worries
A major concern is how easily someone can get over your fence. Opting for a high vinyl-coated chain-link fence helps make the fence harder to climb. Generally, a fence over 6 feet tall is considered fairly secure against all but the most dedicated climbers. You can further discourage climbing by adding a slanted top panel or a roll bar to the top of the fence. Companies may be able to string razor wire along the top as a further deterrent.
Security Problems
Climbing may not be the only security concern. You also need to make sure no one can shimmy beneath the fence. Make sure that the fence you choose has a bottom rail for the chain to attach to so the fence can't simply be lifted. It also helps to place a barrier along the bottom of the fence — concrete curbing and thorny shrubs are common options that also happen to look quite nice.
Contact a fence contractor for more assistance.
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