Take Caution when Digging Holes For Fence Posts

Call 811 before you dig - Utility line marking is
free of charge and could save your life!

Fence companies, like Custom Fence Co., dig tens of thousands of holes each year to set posts. Many people probably do not realize just how dangerous digging holes can be. Utility lines have been buried below ground for decades. Typical buried lines include cable, telephone, gas and electric. Gas and electric lines are the most dangerous to hit because hitting these lines can result in electrical shock or a fire/explosion.

Custom Fence Co. always takes the necessary precautions before digging. I received the following tips a few days ago from AT&T. Their purpose in sending out these helpful tips is to limit the amount of damage to underground utility lines. My purpose for posting it on our blog is to help those of you who are unaware of the steps you should take in the event that you decide to dig on your property. This is good information for anyone who plans to dig.

• Call Before You Dig
• Wait the Required Amount of Time to Ensure Facilities are Located
• Verify marks and visually inspect dig site
• Ensure all utility companies have responded with identifying flags or paint. Look for obvious signs of facilities in the area, such as pedestals, lateral feeds or cross-boxes, and make sure those facilities have been marked.
• Dig with care around marked facilities
• Hand dig or vacuum excavate when working within the safe dig zone. Exposing the cable or conduit is required when an excavation is crossing an AT&T facility. This practice ensures the marks are accurate and the excavation can proceed with care while working around the facility.

Don't Take Chances!

Call Custom Fence Co. Anytime!

Custom Fence Co. has proudly served property and business owners of the greater Michiana area for over 35 years now. We have learned a lot about what our customers need and how we can take care of their fencing needs in the most effective, cost efficient manner. We offer free estimates and maintain a business model that allows us to offer the highest quality installations in the area at extrememly competitive pricing.

It is no secret that it gets really cold and snowy in the South Bend, IN area. As much as we would like to build fence 12 months a year, we usually just can't. Mother Nature tries to not allow it! With that being said, you can imagine that our phones don't ring as often during the snowy, winter months. Property owners are not thinking about installing a fence when the snow is 3' deep. However, you can call us any time of the day, month or year for a free estimate. We also do repairs 12 months a year, so always give us a call.

Lucky for all of us, winter is over. Thermometers hit 70 degrees a few days ago! We are all getting out in our yards, doing some landscaping and taking care of fence projects that we have had on our minds. A few days before that 70 degree day it was bitterly cold though.

We notice a trend throughout every fence building season. Our phones ring off the hook on beautiful days, but calls slow on colder and/or rainier days. It makes sense. No one is out in the yard on a rainy day, and they aren't thinking about yard work. Remember that we work rain or shine!

I have a suggestion to all of the future Custom Fence Co. customers. CALL US ON RAINY AND/OR COLD DAYS!!! These are the days where you will be able to contact us the easiest. Many property owners aren't aware of this simple principle. We are always available to assist you with any of your fencing needs and guarantee you the best customer service in the Michiana area 365 days/year. But, you know, every industry has slower days and ours happens to be those filled with rain and cold weather.

Call us today for a Free Estimate!! (refundable deposit for insurance quotes)

Time to Start Thinking about Your 2011 Fence Project

The snow is melting and the sun is beginning to shine more. Over the next few weeks property and business owners, like yourself, will begin focusing on their yards. 2011 is the year that you should move forward with your fencing ideas. Custom Fence Co. can assist you with choosing a new fence that fits your specific needs and we offer Free Estimates!

Property owners have fence installed for many reasons. Security, safety, privacy and curb appeal are the major reasons to have a fence installed. A fence will keep your property more secure and your pets and/or children safe. We all deserve a little privacy as well. Privacy fences are offered in many styles of wood and vinyl. It is a great way to relax in your back yard and be guaranteed peace. Some folks don't have a pet or child or even need privacy; they like the way a fence makes their property look. A nice vinyl coated chain link or an ornamental aluminum or steel fence will dress your property up nicely. 

Regardless of the reason that you seek to have a fence installed, Custom Fence Co. can help you. When considering a fence contractor you should choose a professional, licenced and insured fence company like Custom Fence Co. Let one of our professionals guide you through the process of choosing a fence style that is right for your needs. Our installers also have decades of combined experience and we guarantee all of our work. Call us today for a Free Estimate and get the ball rolling on your 2011 fence project!