FENCE CARE &
MAINTENANCE GUIDE
Thank you for trusting Nailed It Fencing with your project.
We take pride in building fences that are made to last.
HERE ARE OUR
RECOMMENDATIONS
FOR GETTING THE MOST
OUT OF YOUR FENCE
As timber is a natural product exposed to the elements year-round, a little routine maintenance will help keep your fence looking great and performing as intended.
IMMEDIATELY
AFTER
INSTALLATION
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Avoid placing heavy loads or applying excessive force to the fence
for the first 7 days.
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Concrete continues to gain strength for up to 28 days, reaching its
full design strength.
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Keep children from climbing on the fence while the concrete is curing.
TIMBER
MOVEMENT
Timber is a natural product and will respond to changing weather conditions.
It is normal to see:
● Small surface cracks ● Minor twisting or bowing ● Shrinkage as timber dries ● Small gaps opening or closing with seasonal changes.
These are normal characteristics of timber and are not considered defects.
CLEANING
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Remove dirt, moss, and mould as required.
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If water blasting the fence, use a low-pressure setting and keep the nozzle a safe distance from the timber, as excessive pressure can damage the timber fibres.
STAINING
OR
PAINTING
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Allow the timber to dry adequately before coating (follow the
coating manufacturer's recommendations).
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Use a quality exterior timber stain or paint. Re-coat as recommended by the product manufacturer.
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Staining or painting your fence will improve its appearance and
help protect it from weathering over time.
VEGETATION
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Avoid allowing ivy or climbing plants to grow on your fence.
Over time they can force palings away from the rails, trap moisture, and shorten the life of the fence.
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Tree roots can also cause ground movement, which may affect the alignment and stability of the fence.
DIRT & LANDSCAPING MATERIALS
Your fence palings and fence rails are manufactured from H3.2 treated timber, which is specifically treated for above-ground outdoor use.
It is recommended that dirt, mulch, or other landscaping materials are not placed against the fence palings or rails where they can retain moisture or restrict drainage.
Poor drainage and prolonged contact with these materials can accelerate timber decay and significantly reduce the lifespan of your fence.
SPRINKLERS
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Avoid directing irrigation or sprinklers at the fence.
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Where possible, adjust sprinklers so they do not regularly wet the fence.
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Constant exposure to moisture can accelerate weathering and reduce the lifespan of the fence.
2
YEAR
2 YEAR WORKMANSHIP WARRANTY
At Nailed It Fencing, we stand behind the quality of our workmanship.
We provide a 2 year workmanship warranty covering defects resulting
from the installation of your fence under normal residential use.
THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER
Natural movement of timber, including shrinkage, expansion, twisting, checking (surface cracking) or natural weathering.
Damage caused by vehicle impact, fallen trees, storms, flooding, high winds, fire or other extreme weather events.
Damage resulting from misuse, accidental damage, neglect or lack of maintenance.
Damage caused by ground movement, subsidence or alterations made by others after installation.
Normal wear and tear over time.
If you believe there is an issue covered by this warranty, please contact Caleb at Nailed It Fencing as soon as possible.
We will inspect the fence and, where the issue is determined to be the result of our workmanship,
we will repair or rectify it at no cost during the warranty period.
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