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Fence Costs & Budgeting

Is it more affordable to hire a fence company or a general contractor for fence installation in BC?

For fence installation in BC, hiring a fence company is almost always more affordable than a general...

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Fence Installation

How do I install fence panels between existing concrete retaining walls in a Vancouver hillside yard?

Installing fence panels between existing concrete retaining walls on a hillside is one of the more t...

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Property Lines & Boundaries

What if a Vancouver survey pin cannot be found?

If you can't find your survey pins in Vancouver, do not guess at the property line and do not start...

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Custom & Decorative Fencing

How do I add a decorative arbour or pergola feature to my fence gate in Burnaby?

Adding an arbour or pergola feature to a fence gate in Burnaby is absolutely achievable, but it requ...

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Permits & Regulations

Do I need WorkSafeBC coverage if I hire someone to build my fence in BC?

You don't need to obtain WorkSafeBC coverage yourself, but you do need to confirm that the contracto...

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Fence Costs & Budgeting

How much does it cost to install a temporary construction fence around a renovation site in Vancouver?

Temporary construction fencing in Vancouver typically runs $3–$8 per linear foot per month for renta...

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Property Lines & Boundaries

Who is responsible for the fence between my property and my neighbour's in BC — what does the law say?

In BC, responsibility for a fence on a shared property line is governed by the BC Property Law Act,...

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Vinyl & PVC Fencing

Does a vinyl fence need any special maintenance in Vancouver's climate or is it truly maintenance-free?

Vinyl fencing is about as close to maintenance-free as you'll find in Metro Vancouver, but "no maint...

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Privacy Fencing

Can I install a privacy fence along the front property line in Metro Vancouver or are there height restrictions?

Front yard fences in Metro Vancouver are permitted, but height is strictly limited — most municipali...

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Fence Costs & Budgeting

We're comparing quotes for a 6-foot vinyl fence in Delta — is $45 per foot a fair price?

$45 per linear foot for a 6-foot vinyl fence in Delta is on the lower end of the fair range, but not...

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Vinyl & PVC Fencing

How do I clean moss and algae off a vinyl fence in the Lower Mainland without damaging it?

Vinyl fencing is one of the easiest surfaces to clean, but Metro Vancouver's wet climate means moss...

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Cedar Fencing

What causes those black streaks on cedar fences in Vancouver and how do I prevent them?

Those black streaks on cedar fences in Metro Vancouver are caused by tannin bleed — a natural reacti...

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Is it more affordable to hire a fence company or a general contractor for fence installation in BC?
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How do I install fence panels between existing concrete retaining walls in a Vancouver hillside yard?
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What if a Vancouver survey pin cannot be found?
Custom & Decorative Fencing

How do I add a decorative arbour or pergola feature to my fence gate in Burnaby?
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Do I need WorkSafeBC coverage if I hire someone to build my fence in BC?
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How much does it cost to install a temporary construction fence around a renovation site in Vancouver?
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