Upkeep Tips for Your Wrought Iron Fence

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Placeholder ImageUpkeep Tips for Your Wrought Iron Fence These are some words of advice we suggest for those who have a wrought iron fence.

Many people like the idea of building a wrought iron fence. Wrought iron is one of the more popular fencing materials people like to use. It’s a naturally beautiful fencing choice that offers a lot of durability. However, just like any other fence, you’re going to have to put some effort into maintaining it. That’s why you need to know how you should take care of your fence. These are some words of advice we suggest for those who have a wrought iron fence.

General Cleaning

Dirt is eventually going to rack up on your fence. This is an issue because dirt tends to retain moisture more easily, and wrought iron doesn’t fare well against that. Your fence will start degrading, so it’s best to clean your wrought iron fence on a monthly basis to prevent this from happening.

Remove Rust When You Spot It

This is especially critical for people who live in places that get a lot of humidity. High humidity increases the likelihood of your wrought iron fence developing rust. The sooner you address this issue, the better it is for you. A fine wire brush is the tool of choice for tackling this kind of problem. A tap will be needed underneath the iron, and you should wear a glove if doing this yourself.  If you’re worried that you won’t get all of the rust, you can contact a fencing company to get trained experts to handle rust cleaning.

Inspections Are Key

Take some time to inspect your wrought iron fence. One area that deserves extra attention is your fence’s coating. See if there are areas where your coating or paint has started to peel away. If so, you’ll likely have to get those spots painted again because you don’t want the metal to be exposed to the outdoor elements.

You also can’t allow rust to stay because it can spread very quickly to other areas of your fencing. Early rust removal is a necessity.

Paint Your Fence

Once your wrought iron fence has been cleared of all dirt, rust, and other debris, you should apply a fresh layer of paint. What this does is supply your wrought iron fence with an additional layer of protection against weather, dirt, and other adverse conditions. As an added bonus, your fence will look much nicer if you give it some fresh new color.

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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