Pros and Cons of Going With An Aluminum Fence and Gates

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Placeholder ImagePros and Cons of Going With An Aluminum Fence and Gates An aluminum fence and gates have their pros and cons.

There are many fence choices out there today, and while having options is great, it can make it more difficult to choose which fencing material is best. There are a lot of factors to juggle, such as budget, availability, and your personal tastes. You also want to think about what purpose your fence will serve. Will it be used mainly to boost curb appeal, or will it provide more functionality to your home? A popular option for people to choose is an aluminum fence and gates. An aluminum fence and gates have their pros and cons.

Pro: Minimal Maintenance

Going with an aluminum fence and gates means that you have almost nothing to maintain. While not quite maintenance-free, this still makes this option significantly more convenient. You still have to touch it up whenever it gets scratched down to bare metal. If you don’t, the fence can corrode, which lets dirt get behind the coating near the scratch.

However, the structure will never get compromised, which is more than can be said for steel and iron fences.

Con: Security

An aluminum fence and gates helps make your home more appealing, but it isn’t necessarily the best at keeping out intruders. They can be disassembled with ease, making it easy to walk through the structure. Facing your screws inward can help, but these fences are still not the best in terms of security.

Pro: Appearance

Aluminum fences were designed to replicate the look of steel and wrought iron fences. It’s these types of fences that have been around for decades, and they never go out of style. They have a timeless appearance that can boost the curb appeal of anyone’s home, whether you live in a traditional home or a more modern one.

Con: Strength

An aluminum fence and gates make for a lightweight structure. Being lighter makes it weaker than other fences that are available. They are often more fragile than their wrought iron and steel counterparts. This is especially important to keep in mind if you think your fence will need to take some abuse. Perhaps you have children who will be kicking soccer balls at your fence. Maybe you’re worried about people climbing over your fence and bending it. Before you install an aluminum fence and gates, you need to be sure that it won’t take too much abuse.

Contact Albaugh & Sons

Since 2003, Albaugh & Sons, LLC, has been dedicated to meeting the fencing, decking, and home remodeling needs of homeowners throughout the greater Frederick area. All of our team members are experienced, well-trained, and committed to exceeding the expectations of every customer.

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Customer Testimonials

We could talk all day about the happy homeowners we’ve provided renovations for, but the real measure of merit lies in customer reviews. See what people are saying about Albaugh & Sons.

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Bonnie
21:41 27 Nov 24
I just want to say this company is the Best.. did my fence and my screened in porch. The guys are professional and just a delight to deal with.. customer service is important.. their prices are reasonable.. I would never use anyone but them.. they do it All too..
Alexander S.
16:32 22 Nov 24
We could not be more pleased with the entire process and outcome of our experience with Albaugh & Sons. From the timely turnaround on coming out to give us an estimate, to the flexibility on adjusting our proposal, and to the quick and professional installation itself. I would highly recommend Albaugh & Sons to anyone in their area of serviceability.
Abby G.
14:50 04 Nov 24
So great to work with. Have had the pleasure of working with both sons who were knowledgeable and courteous. The entire process was easy from estimate to completion of my new deck. Both arrived on time, had my estimate for both deck and basement remodel in a couple of days. Danny, the project manager arrived on time and explained the plans, the work crew were amazing. Old deck demolished and beautiful new composite in its place in less than 2 days. Tiffany, the office manager is prompt in responding to all emails with courteous knowledgeable answers. They make you feel like you are their only customer. Look forward to working with them for my basement remodel. I 100% recommend this company.
James L.
13:49 10 Oct 24
We love our new fence. Thanks Emily and George for everything. Excellent communication, timeliness and excellent workmanship. We highly recommend Albaugh and Sons.
John K.
13:19 31 Aug 24
I had a beautiful deck built almost 2 years ago. I called yesterday about a few items that have come apart such as the pvc outside corners on the rim/ band board etc. The company was very responsive and ready and eager to help. Because of this, they have made a customer for life! Not only will you get an amazing product, but it appears you get a lifetime of amazing customer service!! 100 out of 5 stars!
Van Lavoy J.
17:06 01 Apr 24
We needed a fence as fast as possible for 5 rescue dogs that we took on. Albaugh and Sons was able to provide a great quote and a speedy installation. My wife and I love the new fence. It has literally improved our day to day lives by being able to let the dogs run free in the back. The materials were perfect and high quality. I would definitely recommend them to friends and family.
Bill D.
20:50 24 Mar 24
I hired Albaugh and Sons to tear out our old deck and replace it with a new composite deck/ screened porch. The front office was a pleasure to deal with and kept my wife and I informed on everything. The crew did an amazing job every step of the way. I was especially impressed with their finish work. The attention to detail was impressive! What I also liked Albaugh and Sons is they had a project manager (Danny) who would occasionally pop over and answer questions and would also keep me updated on progress. I would highly recommend hiring Albaugh and Sons for any of your fence/ deck / home improvement needs.
Joseph D.
15:39 04 Oct 23
We are very pleased with the work done by Albaugh and sons. We had them replace our side porch and they did excellent work and built it to our request. Also had them install a three tier rail fence around our property. It is excellent and looks great. We thank Danny and his deck crew and George and his fence crew for their excellent work. I recommend them for any projects you need done. Thank you very much!!
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