{"id":871,"date":"2019-09-25T13:47:04","date_gmt":"2019-09-25T17:47:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.buildourfence.com\/?p=871"},"modified":"2022-09-01T13:03:33","modified_gmt":"2022-09-01T17:03:33","slug":"things-to-consider-when-building-horse-fencing","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/brandbutter.io\/beta\/guarantee-fence\/fencing\/things-to-consider-when-building-horse-fencing\/","title":{"rendered":"Things to Consider When Building Horse Fencing"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>It isn\u2019t enough to just depend on the appearance when choosing materials for residential or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.buildourfence.com\/commercial\/\">commercial fencing<\/a>. You have to consider its placement, construction, height and maintenance costs.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div>\n<div><!--more--><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/brandbutter.io\/beta\/guarantee-fence\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/things-to-consider-when-building-horse-fencing-f84b3473bd0dd92707a07d7663f1518347020c7b-91-buildourfence1.jpg\" style=\"width: 500px;\" class=\"fr-fic fr-dib\"><\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Here are things you should consider when purchasing horse fencing.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2 dir=\"ltr\"><strong>Planning<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Design pasture and paddock spaces in the center of the barn, work and feed storage areas. Verify that the fencing is big enough for the entry of equipment and horses. Don\u2019t install gates in low areas that are prone to flooding. A sacrifice paddock or dry lot should provide at least 400 square feet per horse.<\/p>\n<h2 dir=\"ltr\"><strong>Budget<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Whether you\u2019re planning for a farm or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.buildourfence.com\/residential\/\">home fence installation<\/a>, you must include material and maintenance costs when choosing materials. Some products may cost more, but they require minimal maintenance while others may cost less, but have higher maintenance costs.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2 dir=\"ltr\"><strong>Safety<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Make sure your fence is efficiently installed and maintained for you and your horse\u2019s safety. The fence should be highly visible. Invest in fencing that\u2019s sturdy enough to handle a running horse, but flexible enough to prevent injury. Ensure there are no sharp edges or projections within the fence, and never use barbed wire. Stay away from square or narrow corners to prevent horses from pinning each other.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2 dir=\"ltr\"><strong>Installation<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Hire an experienced company to install your fence. Improperly installed fencing is less efficient and more costly to maintain.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2 dir=\"ltr\"><strong>Security<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Fencing is mainly used for containment. Make sure perimeter and dividing fences are around five feet high. Have an appropriate and secure means to keep the gates locked. You can use chains, clips or latches. A combination of those can better secure your horse in case one of them fails.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2 dir=\"ltr\"><strong>Durability &amp; Appearance<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">The lifespan of fencing depends on the material, construction, the area you\u2019re in, the size and behavior of horses, and how well you maintain it. Keep in mind that an appealing and well-maintained fence increases property value and gives the impression of professionalism.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">For high-quality, attractive fencing options, turn to Guarantee Fence Company. We are a leading provider of decorative, farm and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.buildourfence.com\/commercial\/\">security fencing installation<\/a> services. Call us at (812) 650-5750, or complete our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.buildourfence.com\/contact-us\/\">online form<\/a> to schedule a free in-home consultation.&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>It isn\u2019t enough to just depend on the appearance when choosing materials for residential or commercial fencing. 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