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What makes a fence a fence? Learn the basic components that make up a privacy fence. A great tutorial for those looking to shop for or install their own fence.

Arbors can complement any fence. Create a beautiful focal point for your home and garden — get inspired!

How does your garden grow? Get inspired with this garden gate gallery from Country Living. AVO can customize any gate to set the tone you want for your yard!

Avoid the hazards of inferior dog fencing, and keep your pets safe, healthy, and happy. 

As your clients assess damage to their landscapes, you’re likely to get questions about new fences and fence replacements, and how to compare vinyl, cedar wood, and other fence materials. Here’s a good place to start. 

This Popular Mechanics article refers to Cedar as “Naturally Superior” for decks – and we agree. (Why use pressure-treated wood, with all of its very unnatural chemicals?) The article’s author also says composite decking “has no soul.” Do you agree?  Learn more about sustainable, insect- and decay-resistant cedar lumber on our site, or call us! 

Got storm damage? Got spring fever? We’re hearing there’s a lot of both afflictions going around. We can’t make spring hurry and arrive but we can help you get a storm damaged fence back in good shape. Call us or stop in for the lumber, parts, and advice you need to fix that fence (or find a contractor who can). 

Before installing a fence, it’s important to consider the rules of fence etiquette. AVO offers universal fence panels in many styles, so you and your neighbor can both enjoy the “good” side of the fence!

Maybe you can repair the fence, maybe it’s time to replace it. Here’s a tip: If you have to replace more than 20% of the fence panels or pickets, it’s time to replace the entire fence. And, there are other things to consider – like the age of your fence. 

Wondering how much a fence costs to build or install? Here are some average price points for different materials, as well as a list of factors that will affect your project’s price point.

Old familiar landscapes are changing… how did you weather the storms? 

Creating and maintaining an eco-friendly yard is something that takes time and effort, but is incredibly rewarding. Not only does an eco-friendly yard require less money to maintain, but it also tends to be more functional and aesthetically pleasing.

Our two favorite tips from this Garden Design section are “maximize the livability of a small yard by taking advantage of changes in terrain to segment the space into different living areas” and “Dividing a garden, even when small, often has the paradoxical effect of making it seem larger.” What  projects are you planning – or dreaming about – for this spring and summer? Even if you’re not a DIY-er, you can contact us for ideas and our approved contractors list for fence and gate projects in the Greater Boston and Cape Cod area.  

From shade to structure, pergolas are a great way to add beauty and function to your yard. These pergola ideas and yard solutions offer helpful tips and tricks for you to find your own pergola designs, pergola plans, and inspiration and bring character to your outdoor room.

Arbors make a great addition to any yard or entryway. Check out some stylish ideas with Better Homes & Gardens and think spring!

An important takeaway for fence etiquette whether you’re the one building or on the other side of the fence: “The idea is to keep the communication open and friendly throughout the process. Even with the fence, you’ll still be neighbors.”