A swimming pool can easily improve the curb appeal of your home. It can be a source of relaxation and rejuvenation, allowing you to create a spot where your friends and family can meet. However, safety is a big consideration around a pool, and installing fencing is an effective way to ensure safety.
The good news is that the right pool fencing can provide several benefits, including safety, aesthetics, and return on your investment.
Here are five major factors to consider when installing a pool fence.
Style
There is a swimming pool fence for every pool – from simple and functional wood fencing to decorative and eye-catching stone fencing. Most homeowners will want to choose the latter because the pool area likely serves as a focal point of their home. They will choose fencing that will elevate, rather than detract from the overall look of the property.
You should also consider your home’s architecture when designing the pool fencing. For best results, choose an option that matches your home’ style.
Height
The pool fence must be tall enough to prevent pets and small children from breaching the enclosure. In fact, some states require homeowners to secure their pools with tall fencing if they have children under the age of six. In Arizona, state laws require a minimum non-climbable exterior height of four feet. This severs as a guideline for property owners to follow when working on pool safety and minimizing liability.
Material
Fencing can be made of various materials, including aluminum, wood, and iron. The material you choose for your pool fencing can have a major impact on the curb appeal and security of your pool enclosure. A key consideration for the material is whether it will complement your property, how it will secure the enclosure, as well as your budget.
Pool Fence Color
There is no shortage of options to choose from when it comes to selecting pool fence colors. The most widely preferred look comes from black mesh fences because they offer a traditional look. Black mesh fences are also very transparent, so you can preserve the views from your home. It is also safer because mesh makes it much harder for kids to get out of your sight when inside the pool, and you can quickly identify if someone is in inside.
Cost
As with any other home improvement project, pool fencing can be a costly venture – even if you do all of the installation yourself. It is important to consider the overall cost (including labor and material) and see if it fits with your budget. Just as important is the reputation of the fencing company you choose (established companies will provide you with a reliable product that fits with your goals).
Companies that offer low-cost fences usually cut many corners to make their product more affordable. On the other hand, higher quality fences made of materials like wrought iron can yield more value over time.
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