Chain Link Fencing for Homes & Businesses in the Dallas, TX, Area
Life is about options, and a chain link fence is a great one among those who are considering cost as well as security for their property. A chain link fence, commonly called a cyclone fence, hurricane fence, or metal fence, is widely used in light residential to heavy commercial applications. Chain link fence installation is effective in securing a property because it is strong and see-through, giving trespassers nowhere to hide. Chain link can easily separate your land from any neighboring property and keeps pets and children within that property. Chain link fencing is also a less expensive fencing option, largely due to it being low cost per foot to install.
Characteristics of a Chain Link Fence
Chain link is made from intertwining steel wire, which forms a net pattern and is upheld by solid steel posts. The actual weave or net of the chain link fence is called chain link fabric. There are various gauges and mesh sizes for different applications. The smaller the number, the heavier the fabric; for example, 9 ga is heavier than 11ga.
For most residential jobs, 11 ga is recommended. For commercial jobs, we will likely install 9ga which is not only stronger, but also has a better finish. The mesh size measures the distance between two parallel sides within the chain link fabric: 2” fabric mesh is common but a tighter mesh such as 1-1/4” mesh is used frequently for pool safety reasons and to help prevent climbing the fence. Today’s chain link fencing comes in a variety of different vinyl coated colors such as black, green, and brown as well as standard galvanized.
Privacy Options for Chain Link Fences
Some consider a chain link fence to be visually unappealing and have little privacy advantages. In those cases, we often recommend growing plants that camouflage the fencing or installing fence slats that weave into the diamonds of the wire fence to create a screen that will semi block the view through the fence.
Privacy over security is a bigger concern for some customers. Privacy fence slats come in two material types: PVC and aluminum. PVC fence slats are a low maintenance vinyl material for chain link fencing, gates, and even dumpster enclosures. They are installed vertically in the metal fence and go in easily. Aluminum fence slats on the other hand, do not rust and are installed diagonally; a little tougher to install but not difficult. Both options come in a variety of colors and designs.
Security Options for Commercial Chain Link Fences
For added security, one foot of barbed wire can be installed above the chain link fabric. This is done by stretching three strands of 4-point barbed wire. To maximize security even further, razor ribbon can be spiraled around three strands of barbed wire throughout the run of the fence. Take note: we do not recommend using razor ribbon on chain link fences that are less than 8 ft. in height.
Wind screens, also known as fence screens are an option for additional privacy while also providing wind blockage. This can be advantageous for athletic fields or tennis courts. Adding a wind screen to your chain link fence creates an attractive visual background and can provide an opportunity for branding. Ambassador Fence has completed commercial chain link fencing projects ranging from large complex privacy fences to warehouse cages and generator enclosures.
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Whatever your residential or commercial fencing needs, Ambassador Fence can help. We will gladly assist you in determining which applications best suit your particular project in the Dallas metro area. Give us a call today!
