Your backyard should be an extension of your home. It’s where you relax, play, and spend quality time with your family and pets. Your fence is more than a physical border between you and your neighboring property; it protects your privacy and creates a space where you feel at home. The following 5 privacy fencing options can help you create the secluded oasis you've been imagining for your backyard.
FACTORS TO CONSIDER WHEN ADDING OR UPGRADING FENCING
- Budget
- How you use your yard
- Building materials
- Color or stain
- Fence design
- Height
- Longevity and durability
1. CEDAR WOOD FENCE VARIETIES
Depending on how much privacy you’re looking for, there are a variety of cedar privacy fencing options to meet your needs. Board-on-board, also known as a “good neighbor” fence, is a great option for homeowners who are interested in complete and total privacy. For almost as much privacy, a board-to-board or cap-and-trim style cedar fence will do the trick. Most municipalities in the Cache Valley area will only allow up to 6-foot-tall fences, but some will permit a 7-foot-tall fence. Make sure to check with your local government and HOA before making a final decision on fence height.
A top choice for: Homeowners looking for privacy with the natural look and feel of wood.
2. CHAIN LINK FENCING WITH PRIVACY SLATS
Chain link fencing is an affordable privacy option. Fully transparent on its own, weaving durable slats through the mesh increases privacy. The woven slats allow sunlight and partial viewing between the gaps in the links, but your view (and your neighbors’) is mostly obstructed.
A top choice for: Large residential properties or for mixed-material fencing. You might install one of the options below along the street for curb appeal, and chain-link fencing in the backyard.
3. LATTICE OR DECORATIVE TOPPED VINYL
Adding a lattice or decorative topper to vinyl 5 foot tall fences creates a sense of privacy while letting more natural light in. If sunlight isn’t a priority, a solid 6-foot vinyl fence is also an option. The lattice or decorative design can be installed in the same color as the body of your fence or in alternative colors.
A top choice for: Price-conscious homeowners who want to maintain privacy and also let in some sunlight.
3. privacy screens
If you like your existing fence, but it doesn’t offer enough privacy, consider creating cozy or functional nooks. Maybe a short run of privacy fencing in front of your patio or a 2-or-3-sided enclosure for your outdoor living, entertaining, or dining space.
A top choice for: Homeowners who don’t currently have a privacy fence around the perimeter of their property, but do want added privacy in certain areas of the yard, i.e., patios, fitness spaces, hot tubs, etc.
4. SHRUB-LINED ORNAMENTAL STEEL FENCING
Ornamental steel or aluminum fencing is both modern and timeless. This includes traditional posts and pickets or stylish slats and custom designs. Ornamental is semi-transparent, but you can line it with planters or shrubs to create a private oasis. Many homeowners mix metal with masonry, wood, or composite.
A top choice for: Homeowners who want their fence to blend in with their landscaping and are happy to wait patiently for privacy.
CUSTOM-DESIGNED PRIVACY FENCES IN CACHE VALLEY
High & Tight Fencing helps you choose the privacy fence that fits your yard, budget, and lifestyle. Whether you’re looking for a budget-friendly screen, traditional fence, or custom design, we can help protect what’s yours with quality privacy fencing. Reach out today to schedule a consultation, and a fence expert will visit you on-site and walk through your fencing options.
