Comprehensive Guide to Fencing a Large Property

The Best Types of Fencing for Large Properties 

The first step in fencing a large property is to consider what type of fencing you want to use. There are a few things to consider when deciding what the best type of fencing is for a large area. 

Budget, style, design, and functionality are all important factors that’ll determine the overall result. 

But what are the different and best types of fence for large properties? 

You could choose from: 

Chain Link Fencing 

Chain link fencing is a budget-effective and hard-wearing option for large areas. You will often see them on playgrounds or fields where an obvious boundary is required, and an element of safety. Benefits of installing chain-link fence includes durability, low maintenance, and affordability.

Wood Fencing 

Wooden fences are commonly used in gardens and residential properties that want a bit of privacy without spending a lot of money. 

They’re an aesthetic choice, coming in a wide range of natural and brighter styles, and can also easily be painted if you ever want to change up the design of the garden.  Compared with chain link and metal fencing, it’s more high maintenance and requires ongoing care to prevent rotting damage, especially during the winter months. 

Vinyl Fencing 

Vinyl fencing has its own pros and cons, and is a more expensive alternative to wooden fencing but has the bonus of not rotting or fading in adverse weather. 

It’s also available in various styles and designs and is perfect for giving a modern look to the boundary and privacy of a property.

Metal Fencing 

Metal fencing is a good option if you are looking for something durable and low maintenance whilst also being aesthetically pleasing. 

Depending on the style of your metal fencing, it can be very security-effective, robust, and affordable.

Electric Fencing 

If the area that you want to put fencing around contains animals or livestock, electric fences are the most common and best option. 

They are easy to install and are cost-effective, but are not usually used for privacy reasons nor do they look particularly aesthetic. 

They are a very functional type of fencing designed to contain livestock safely. 

Let’s Get Started: Installing the Fencing

Of course, there are lots of professional fence companies that can install your fencing for you, and this is an alternative option to installing it yourself. 

However, if you are ready and want to tackle putting up fencing yourself, follow this step-by-step guide to make sure you are doing it correctly and end up with a successful result: 

Planning 

As with anything, a surefire way to be successful is to make sure you have properly planned out the property lines, obtained the necessary permits you may need, and have everything you need to carry out the job.  This includes tools like levels, hammers, saws, all the fencing materials, and post-hole diggers. 

Preparing the Site 

Preparing the area that you are installing the fence around is another important factor in putting up fencing on a large property. 

This means clearing anything that might obstruct where you need to lay the fencing, removing any debris or vegetation, and ensuring that all obstacles can be worked around. 

Placing the Posts 

The next step is to ensure that the post locations are accurately measured and marked, making sure they are even. 

When you have done this, you can start digging the holes for the posts, making sure they are deep enough that the fence posts are going to be stable. 



Setting the Posts 

Once you have dug the holes, you can put the posts into them. Remember to make use of your spirit level to make sure that they are set straight, and secure them in the holes with concrete. 

Putting the Fencing On 

Starting at one end, attach the fencing material, keeping the height consistent throughout. Make sure there are no gaping bits in the material, especially if it is a wire or chain link fence. 

Finishing the Job 

Once all the fencing is attached correctly, it is time to add the gate(s). Make sure they are in perfect alignment with the fencing and open and close properly. 

Once you are happy with this, walk the whole perimeter of the fencing, checking for any discrepancies in height or stability that may need tweaking or adjusting. 

After Installation: Maintenance and Upkeep 

A big part of fencing a large property is to ensure it lasts a long time and is functional for what you want it to be. 

The type of maintenance you need to do will depend on the material of the fencing you have chosen- wooden posts will need staining or painting to protect them from rotting in the wet and cold weather, and metal fences can be prone to rust in the same. 

Researching how to maintain your specific fence type will ultimately help to combat any future problems and is especially important on larger properties because there is a lot more fencing to manage.

Wrapping It Up

There are lots of reasons why you may want to install fencing on a large area of land- from keeping livestock to creating privacy to just wanting an aesthetic boundary marker, and you must do it properly to ensure maximum effectiveness. 

This includes choosing the right type of fencing for your needs and following this step-by-step guide to installing it properly. 

If you think you would rather leave the installation part to an expert and you’re in the Tampa Bay, Sarasota, Bradenton, or Port Charlotte area, Freedom Fence could be just what you need! 

Get to work on installing some great fencing today, and contact us today to get started.