Fire Performance for Aluminum Fence Systems: What Questions to Ask Your Supplier
If you’re shopping for an aluminum fence in Canada or North America, you’re probably comparing modern privacy and semi-privacy designs, clean lines, and long-term durability. But there’s a topic that often gets overlooked until late in the process: fire performance. Whether it’s a backyard with a BBQ and firepit, a commercial project with tighter clearances, […]
Why Gates Sag: The Fence System Mistakes That Cause It
A sagging gate is more than an annoyance. It’s usually the first visible sign that something in the fence system (post, hinges, frame, hardware, or footing) wasn’t sized or installed to carry real-world loads: gravity, wind, freeze/thaw, and daily use. The payoff of fixing this correctly is big: a gate that closes cleanly, doesn’t scrape, […]