Northland Fence on What Pool Fence is the Best

In a recent article, Northland Fence of Minnesota discussed what makes for the best pool fencing. As a family-owned and operated business founded in Minnesota, they have over 15 years of experience in the field and use their insight to help the community learn about their fencing options. They offer year-round fence installation options and note that construction can be easier outside of pool season.

“The purpose of having a pool fence isn't just to keep the neighborhood kids from going for a night dip when you're asleep. No, the main purpose behind pool fencing is to keep out critters and small kids who can't swim so they don't wander in by accident,” Northland Fence explains. “The International Council Code, an organization dedicated to safety standards for buildings, construction, and other property matters, recommends any pool fencing be at least 2 feet tall. Additionally, fences should not have gaps between panels or the ground that are big enough for anyone to squeeze through, and the gate should be self-latching and have its opening mechanism at least 54 inches above the ground.”

Even without state and government-suggested pool fence heights, many municipalities and counties have their own specific fencing requirements for a pool. Northland notes the importance of knowing local fencing laws, but they also offer their expertise in this area so customers don’t have to worry about whether or not they got it right.

Northland Fence also offers insight for the community in regards to building their own fence for their pool. “When it comes to installing a fence on your own, there are a few things you need to keep in mind: materials needed, tools needed, and the combined cost and time for everything. If you’re going to put in the effort to install a fence yourself, you want something that looks nice and is going to last so that your time and energy are worth it.”

Finally, they go into common materials for fencing and what options would work best for a pool area. “There are many factors that should go into picking what kind of fencing you want in your yard, whether for a pool or just for some extra security. Materials each have their own strengths and weaknesses as well as price points. Even from fence to fence, the price of materials can vary by height and style.” They discuss the pros and cons of vinyl, metal, and chain link pool fencing in order to give customers a well-rounded idea of pricing and quality.

Since it was established in 2004, Northland Fence has earned the trust of Minnesota residents who praise the company’s wide range of fencing options, affordable pricing, quick and hassle-free installations, and customer service. The company boasts a perfect 5.0 out of 5.0 rating on its Google Business Profile from over 140 reviews. Moreover, in 2022, Northland Fence was a gold winner for the Star Tribune's reader’s choice for Minnesota's best fencing company.

The company offers customers a choice between several materials including chain link fences, vinyl fences, and ornamental wrought iron fences. Some of the benefits of working with Northland Fence include its 10-year labor warranty, a limited lifetime material warranty on vinyl fencing, and a 15-year material warranty on ornamental steel fencing.

Readers in Ramsey and Apple Valley can contact Northland Fence at (763) 265-7180 to find out more about the company’s wide range of fencing materials and services, or to book an appointment.