5 Ways to Ensure You'll Find a Quality Fence Contractor
When getting estimates for new or replacement fencing, it’s important to look at more than the final prices quoted for the job. That’s because there are contractors out there who don’t make the grade, no matter what it says on the side of their truck.
At DanDale Fence, we’ve installed thousands of fences for satisfied customers throughout Virginia, Maryland, and North Carolina. If the shoe was on the other foot and our home or office needed a new fence, these are five key characteristics we would look for in a quality fencing contractor.
Good Communication: A quality fencing contractor should be able to answer all your questions, provide information about everything from materials to installation, and explain every step of the process. Also, make sure they have the resources to follow up after the job because you might have questions or need a future repair. Our team is available from the estimate all the way through the project and we pride ourselves on providing outstanding customer service.
Permits, Zoning Concerns, HOA regulations: This part of a fencing job isn’t something a quality contractor passes off to the customer. A reputable fencing contractor will handle permits, homeowner’s associations, site surveys, zoning issues, utilities, and all the regulatory aspects of a project. If they don’t it’s a big red flag that means you need to find another company. DanDale’s team are experts at permitting processes and building codes in your region. When it comes to the red tape and paperwork, we’ve got you covered.
Free Estimates: If a fencing contractor wants to charge for an estimate, it’s a good thing for you as a potential customer. It means you can scratch them off the list and move on to the next company. A quality contractor’s free estimate will assess your needs and provide specific details on measurements, cost breakouts, and a timeline for the fence installation. At DanDale Fence, we provide free estimates and guarantee stable pricing so there’s no change in our fee even if material costs go up between our estimate and installation.
Wide Variety of Fencing Options: A quality fence company should provide plenty of options. Whether the customer wants vinyl, wood aluminum, or chain link, when a contractor has access to a variety of materials it speeds up the installation process – also don’t be afraid to ask for samples. Variety is also important because there’s no one-size-fits- all type of fencing. If your priority is privacy, security or keeping pets or kids in the yard, there are fencing options to fit these needs. DanDale’s fencing experts can help you choose the right material and type of fence for your property.
No Substitute for Experience: A classic mistake people make when hiring a fencing contractor is thinking it’s a job any company can tackle. Experience matters so it’s important to find a contractor with a solid track record in the industry. You don’t want to settle for a general contractor who over promises and under delivers – you want to work with a company that works on fences exclusively. Also, check for appropriate licensing and insurance before signing on the dotted line. At DanDale Fence, we’ve provided residential and commercial fence installation services for more than 13 years and our team knows fencing inside and out.
The DanDale Fence team encourages potential customers to get multiple estimates because we’re confident that our services are the best in the region and our prices are highly competitive. We know you’ll be satisfied with our full-service fence solutions that offer customers peace of mind from first contact to final installation. Contact us today for a free estimate and to learn more about why DanDale Fencing should be your choice for a quality fencing contractor.