Northland Fence Shares the Best Fences for Ponds

Ramsey, MN – Northland Fence Ramsey details the best fencing for ponds in their recent blog. It’s relatable, giving a nod to families concerned about their children falling into the pond on their property, or a fence ruining the aesthetics of their yard. In cases like this, ensuring nothing can make it through bars in the fence and using strong materials that can’t be easily broken or knocked down is critical, the blog says.

The article also reminds potential fence builders to keep fence height and materials in mind if they want to view their pond, and to leave ample space for plants if that’s something they’re interested in. It’s also important to have enough space between the fence and pond to allow for maintenance, the blog informs the reader. It then highlights the importance of a gate and lock on the potential fence. “Ponds often require the water to be tested, cleaned, or fish fed, amongst other responsibilities of caring for a pond. So, while you want to keep others out for safety reasons, you still wish to access your pond,” the article points out.

With the planning phase covered, the blog continues on to talk about building materials. Matching a pond fence to the rest of the yard and its fencing is important, but stability is the most crucial, Northland Fence tells the audience. It then goes into detail on the best post types to utilize: “Post-driven posts are great for ponds because the clay soil around them can make digging posts for cement difficult. The moving soil makes it easy for the holes to cave in before you can place the posts. Post-driven posts will make your fence more secure.”

The best types of fencing for ponds is the next topic, going into detail on chain link, vinyl, and ornamental steel fences. Chain link leaves a pond visible without letting children or animals through, and stands strong in the face of Minnesota weather without rusting. Vinyl is pleasing to the eye, highly customizable, sturdy, and requires little maintenance. Ornamental steel fences give a yard an elegant feel, are durable, and are the best at keeping people out and standing strong.

A permit isn’t necessary to build a fence around a pond as long as it’s under seven feet tall, the blog states. It does warn that neighborhoods may have certain restrictions, and that it’s important to check the location of power and gas lines before building.

Northland Fence closes the blog by saying the best fence for a pond ultimately boils down to what suits the homeowner best for their purposes. “You will be looking at the fence and your pond, so you want one you can enjoy with your pond. Having a fence around your pond gives you control over who can enter the area with the pond and who can’t. Your pond should look how you want it to look, and adding a fence that compliments its beauty can keep it safe,” the article finishes.

Northland Fence Ramsey is a family-owned and operated business, with in-house employees who work and are paid year-round. They are easily accessible no matter the season, and are the most highly-rated fencing company in the Minneapolis area. A major part of their well-loved services are their extensive warranties on materials and labor. For more information on Northland Fence Ramsey, visit their website or call them at 763-316-4881.