Checklist: Questions to Ask Your Professional


What kind of coating is on the fencing materials?

Tubular fencing sometimes suffers from corrosion from the inside out. Moisture may be trapped inside the tubes, which can cause rust. To guard against this tendency, choose a solid steel fence, or purchase a fence a protective coating.

What kind of warranty do you offer?

Warranties for steel fences range from twenty years to a lifetime. Read the fine print to make sure you’re getting a fair deal. Check which parts are included in the guarantee, how labor costs will be covered and whether you have to pay transportation costs for replacement materials.
What kind of fasteners do you use?

As with all fences, the long-term strength of your metal fence will depend largely on the quality of the fasteners.

What are the security features of this fence?

In general, metal fences will offer high security if there is little space between the infill (the vertical elements). There shouldn’t be enough space at the bottom for someone to squeeze underneath the fence. Finally, pointy or other specially designed toppers will increase the security of a metal fence.

Will this fence require maintenance?

 Ask your fencing professional or manufacturer to explain the features that will help your new fence last.