A fence is much more than just a structure that divides two areas of land.  Fencing can solve many problems for land or homeowners such as providing containment for livestock, increasing curb appeal, or offering safety and security. And regardless of the materials used, the most popular options being wire, aluminum, chain link, vinyl, wood and wrought iron, there are some do’s and don’ts when installing a fence to keep in mind.

Livestock is an important asset to farmers, and having a well-set-up and secure fence isn’t an option – it’s a necessity. But when it comes to installing livestock fencing, there are many things that can go wrong. The process of installing a fence in order to protect livestock can be difficult, even to the most trained professionals. Here are seven common mistakes that are made when installing livestock fencing:

There has been a long-running debate amongst contractors with regards to which fencing fasteners are best - screws or nails. Both most certainly have their merits…but they also have significant setbacks.

Screws are often selected because of their ability to better secure fencing to rails. High quality screws can have superior resistance to weathering. And while screws can be more safely removed from fencing materials like wood and vinyl than nails, they also can't fit into tight spaces, and are more expensive. As a result, contractors may be tempted to take shortcuts such as using fewer screws, resulting in lower structural integrity.