We have lived in St. Petersburg my whole life. Our team at Hage Fence was born and raised right here in this area.

We might have even coached your kids in local sports. We know exactly what works for homes near the Vinoy hotel or out by Upham Beach.

You want a safe yard for your family. You want it to look great from the street. Today, we will look at two popular metal options: aluminum and steel. Both materials can protect your outdoor property. But they work very differently in our local weather.

Why St. Pete Weather Tests Every Fence

In our city, three things destroy fences fast. Those things are high humidity, strong wind, and heavy flood water. The salty air near the water eats regular metal quickly. In places like Shore Acres, yards flood a lot during the rainy season.

You need materials that can handle sitting in deep water. You also need a fence that stays up during heavy storms. Let's see how aluminum and steel handle these exact local problems.

Aluminum Fencing for Coastal Homes

Aluminum simply does not rust. This makes it perfect for the wet weather here. We actually built the very first aluminum fence in Venetian Isles. It handles the wet, salty air perfectly every single day.

We highly recommend durable aluminum fencing solutions for homes near the water. If you live in Snell Isle or Bellaire, an aluminum decorative fence matches the luxury look perfectly.

Aluminum is also a top choice for historic areas. In the Kenwood historic district, they only allow wood and aluminum fences.

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Steel Fencing for Heavy Security

Steel is heavy and very tough. We build a lot of steel gates and offer secure commercial fencing services down in South St. Pete. Steel stops big impacts easily.

One of the most common repair calls we get is for fences in the alley broken by heavy trash trucks. A strong steel fence can handle those tough alley spots much better than lighter metals.

You do have to watch for rust with steel. If the thick coating gets a scratch, the high humidity will cause rust fast. You must paint the scratches quickly to keep the metal strong.

Avoiding Cheap Contractor Mistakes in St. Pete Dirt

Our local terrain is mostly flat. We do all our digging in thick brown dirt. The number one shortcut cheap, unlicensed contractors take here is bad digging.

They do not set the posts deep enough for our ground. When the heavy winds come, those shallow fences just blow over into the yard.

At Hage Fence, we always set our posts deep to meet strict ASTM international standards. A properly set post is the only way to survive high winds.

We also have to watch out for giant Oak trees and Banyan trees in older yards. Their root systems are huge and spread out far. A bad contractor will just chop the thick roots. We are very careful with the roots so we do not kill your beautiful trees during the fence install.

Navigating Local Rules and Strict HOAs

Every part of our town has different rules to follow. Placido Bayou is a huge area and has very strict rules.

They have many different property managers, which makes it hard to track the rules. Our team is very good at handling their exact rules so you do not get a fine.

Fence height is a big issue for many people. Most homeowners want a tall privacy fence. But the magic height limit is a 6-foot maximum for most cities around here.

Four of our local beaches now allow an 8-foot fence. They allow this because the new houses are built three stories tall. We know exactly what your exact street allows.

Quick Comparison for St. Petersburg Yards

Five Things to Check Before Building

• Check the flood risk: If you live in Shore Acres, pick a metal that can sit in water.
• Check your big trees: Make sure the post holes miss your Oak and Banyan roots.
• Check the strict HOA: If you live in Placido Bayou, get your plans approved early.
• Check national rules: Follow federal pool safety guidelines to keep kids safe around the water.
• Check the height limit: Remember the 6-foot rule unless you live on a certain beach.

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We do things the right way because we treat you like family. Our owners even live right here in Meadowlawn. We want your home near the Don CeZar to look amazing. If you are ready for a new fence, our team is ready to work.

We serve homeowners all over St. Petersburg and work as a top fence company in Clearwater. We will make sure your new fence is safe, legal, and looking its absolute best!

Call Hage Fence today to talk about your property. Let's build something great together.