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Lifetime Fence Company – Bedford, TX
Roofing
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Wood Fences & Gates
Automatic Gates
Boxed Fence Posts
Wrought Iron
and
Ornamental Metal Fences
Custom Cedar Decks
Stamped Concrete Patios
Custom Arbors & Pergolas
Lifetime Quality…Lifetime Relationships
We are Lifetime Fence Company serving Bedford, TX. Rightfully named as to show how we differ from the competition. Take a look at our galleries! Give us a call! We would love to start a lifetime relationship with you! Every Fence we build in Bedford, TX Comes with a FREE Lifetime Warranty! Ask a sales rep for details about our warranty.
Cedar Wood Fences in Bedford, TX
Cedar Wood fences are available in a variety of types and styles. Lifetime Fence Company uses the finest materials and workmanship to create a beautiful, sturdy fence. All of our fences are built with the exceptional quality that is expected of a Lifetime Fence. We only use Cedar because of its unique ability to stand up to harsh Texas weather. Read more about Cedar…
Post spacing at 6′ to 8′ centers to strengthen fence and prevent sagging
All posts set 30″-36″ deep
1″ x 4″ side trim
“Pre-dipped” stained pickets (optional)
2×6 pressure treated kickboard to protect and extend the life of the fence pickets
Optional top cap to increase curb appeal and strengthen fence construction
FREE 3 year warranty on materials (Cedar wood only)
Wood Fence options:
Cedar, Pine or Spruce
Steel or wood posts
Custom design
Side by side or board on board construction
Custom Gates
Wood Gates
Pre-stained (dipped), stained (sprayed) or non-stained
This custom cedar fence was built near Bedford, TX
Wrought Iron & Ornamental Metal Fences in Bedford, TX
Custom metal fences are sometimes preferable to wood fences because the classic look, and the low maintenance. Our metal fences are made with powder-coated aluminum resistant to rust, fade, corrosion or discoloration. When installed by one of our experts, metal fences increases curb appeal while also adding security. Metal fences function commonly as deck fences, railings, pool fences, yard fences and garden fences.
A Fence is a barrier erected upon, or immediately adjacent to, a property line for the purpose of separating properties, enclosing or protecting the property within its perimeter. Construction site barriers and landscape treatments shall not be classified as a Fence.
An approved masonry Fence shall include brick, decorative block, split face stone construction, natural stone, stucco, or other material approved for the primary purpose of masonry Fence construction; but shall not include concrete masonry unit (CMU) blocks.
Permit required
A permit is required for constructing a new Fence, or any part of a Fence in excess of 50% per elevation side.
Encroachment on public property
Fences, guy wires, braces or any post of such Fence shall not be constructed upon or caused to protrude over property that the City or the general public has dominion and control over, owns, or has an easement except upon private utility easements.
Height and construction requirements
Fences shall not be erected, constructed, or reconstructed to a height of more than (8’) eight feet above the adjoining ground level of the owner’s or lessee’s property.
As required by the City of Bedford comprehensive zoning ordinance, no fence shall be erected, constructed, or reconstructed to a height of more than (30”) thirty inches above the adjoining ground level of the owner’s or lessee’s property when placed in a front yard.
Fences shall be installed to provide sufficient clearance from the bottom of the Fence to the ground to prevent rotting and allow proper drainage.
Materials permitted are wood, masonry, chain link, wrought iron, galvanized steel pipe, vinyl or other materials designed for the primary purpose of Fence construction unless otherwise regulated or prohibited by the comprehensive zoning ordinance.
All structural members shall be designed to prevent rust, corrosion and rotting or be of a material that is impervious to rust, corrosion, rotting or deterioration from the elements.
Fences facing a thoroughfare shall be constructed with the smooth finished surface facing outward from the property facing the thoroughfare. Any posts or support beams shall be inside the finished surface or designed to be an integral part of the finished surface.
Masonry Fences and columns shall be designed for construction by a registered engineer.
All new wood Fences must use metal post set in concrete as approved by the building official. Alternative Fence post materials for Fences such as vinyl, masonry or post and rail Fences may be approved by the building official.
As required by the City of Bedford comprehensive zoning ordinance, a Fence shall not be constructed to restrict the visibility of a driver of a vehicle or be sight-obscuring within the sight triangles set forth for street to street or drive to street intersections.
Wooden Fences minimum standards
Vertical posts shall be two and three eighths inch (2 3/8”) minimum outside diameter, standard pipe gauge galvanized steel. Vertical posts shall be spaced at no greater than eight feet (8’) on center, set in eighteen inch (18”) deep concrete footings.
Vertical slats shall be nailed to three horizontal bracing stringers (bottom, middle, and top nailer boards) running from vertical post to post. The size of the stringers shall be not less than two inch (2”) by three inch (3”) nominal size and shall be secured to steel posts with non-corrosive metal anchor straps and non-corrosive bolts or screws.
Materials shall be securely fastened, vertical boards to horizontal stringers, stringers to vertical posts, to ensure an ongoing attractive appearance and safe condition, free from rot, rust, vandalism, and other sources of decay.
Fences shall be treated lumber or treated with weather-resistant material to prevent pre- mature deterioration.
Fence Maintenance
Fences facing a thoroughfare shall be adequately maintained by the owner(s) or person(s) in charge of the property and shall not become dilapidated or deteriorated.
A Fence facing a thoroughfare shall be considered dilapidated if its pickets or structural members between vertical supports are substantially damaged, missing or rotted beyond repair; or if any portion of the Fence is more than (15°) degrees off vertical alignment.
All damaged, removed or missing portions of a Fence facing a thoroughfare shall be replaced or repaired with like materials to the remaining portion of such Fence.
Damaged, removed or missing portions of a masonry Fence shall be replaced or repaired with like materials to restore structural integrity and maintain a solid masonry barrier.
Fences shall not have murals, graffiti, advertising or other illegal signage.
Construction prohibited
No Fence erected above ground on any property shall be electrically charged in any manner or form which includes but is not limited to Fences electrically charged by battery or those tied in with an electrical outlet.
Fences or any part of such Fence shall not be constructed to impede ingress or egress of a stairway, entrance, or exit of a building.
Fences shall not restrict access to fire hydrants or City utility reading devices.
Fences shall not be constructed of broken concrete stacked in piles or rows, razor ribbon, sheet/corrugated metal, fiberglass panels, plywood or other materials not manufactured or designed for the primary purpose of Fence construction.
Temporary construction site Fences
Construction sites – Temporary construction site Fences shall be permitted to enclose the complete project or a partial area. Fences under this section shall be erected in such position or placed so as to not be dangerous or detrimental to the health or safety of any person or obstruct the view so as to constitute a traffic hazard. Temporary construction Fences shall be removed prior to occupancy of the facility.
Swimming pool construction sites – A temporary Fence not less than four feet in height shall be installed to provide a barrier for all unprotected portions of the pool capable of retaining water. A temporary Fence shall not be used as the required permanent barrier for a swimming pool.
Fence plan review
Prior to the erection or installation of any fence, a Fence application must be submitted for review and approved.
Fence for residential swimming pool
Regulations for private swimming pool fence construction shall be regulated by the currently adopted International Residential Code.
Private swimming pools shall be completely enclosed by an approved Fence around the perimeter of the tract, lot or premises not less than (6’) six feet in height.
Public and semiprivate swimming pools shall comply with the requirements of State law, including but not limited to Chapter 214 of the Texas Local Government Code, Chapter 757 of the Texas Health and Safety Code, and Chapter 341 of the Texas Administrative Code.
Handrails
Iron handrails provide stability and support while adding visual appeal. Handrails of today are more than just functional, as they can be custom designed to suit the taste of Dallas County residents. From sleek, to highly embellished, the options for iron handrails are almost limitless. Other handrail uses include bathrooms which help to prevent falls on slippery, wet floors. Handrails are designed as ornate accents for indoor or outdoor uses.
