Thinking Of Fencing Your Yard In Omaha, NE? Here Are Some Pros And Cons To Consider
If you are thinking of installing a fence around your yard, or replacing an existing fence, then you are in the right place. Today we are going to be talking about the pros and cons surrounding this topic, and hopefully at the end you will have a better feel if this decision is right for you and your family. Whether it be wood, vinyl or wrought iron, a fence is a major part of the functionality and aesthetic of your property and can be a large and expensive project to take on. But there are also many perks that come with installing one in your yard, which we know to be true as there are many beautiful fenced properties around Omaha, NE. Let’s dive right in!
Pros to fencing your yard:
-One upside to fencing your yard is privacy, as it will reduce any outside disturbances to you and your family. Additionally, it will limit the amount of noise transfer from your home to your neighbors during outdoor parties or while making memories in the backyard.
-On that same note, if you live near a busy street you can try installing an eight-foot-high solid fence to reduce the noise from the area. If using the right product, you can potentially reduce noise by up to five percent depending on the elevation, height of the fence and noise frequencies.
-Having a fence around your property is a great way to not only keep people and unwanted wandering critters out, but also keep your kids and pets in. Win-win!
-From a design standpoint, a fence that is well built and constructed can definitely add to your home’s curb appeal and overall aesthetic. A well-known example of this would be a white picket fence, as it is able to add a charming look to the home and define property boundaries at the same time.
Cons to fencing your yard:
-The most obvious con to building a fence in your yard is cost. Whether you are thinking of fencing your whole property, or just part, it will not be a cheap project. As you could image, the price can vary depending on things such as labor, materials, length, etc., but to give you an idea a wooden privacy fence averages about $17 to $23 per linear foot. You can do the math on that!
-Second, if you are thinking of fencing your yard you have to take into account the maintenance of the fence itself, as they can begin deteriorating over time. This is especially true with wood fences which can begin to warp and rot over time. To avoid this, make sure to pencil in the occasional sealing, cleaning, staining and/or painting on your to-do list!
With all the fun and exciting events happening in and around Omaha, NE this Fourth of July week (check out events
It’s that time of year where American flags are flying high, everyone is sporting their best red, white and blue attire and backyard BBQ’s are in full force. That’s right – The Fourth of July is here, and we have all the best events and activities in and around Omaha, NE for you to check out below. Enjoy a patriotic fun filled week with family and friends watching movies in the park, attending sporting events, local parades, adventures at the zoo and, of course, take in the magic of fireworks lighting up the night sky. We hope you enjoy all festivities that Omaha, NE has to offer this Fourth of July, and we wish you a fun and relaxing holiday!
As we say goodbye to another month (June, you were good to us…) and welcome a new one (July, we are ready for you!), be sure to enjoy all the festivities that are happening in and around our beautiful city of Omaha, NE this weekend! You will find concerts and comedy shows, as well as firework displays, movies in the park, plays, dinosaur adventures, walking food tours, yoga in the forest and local farmers markets. Check out these events and much more below!
It’s official – you have finally found, closed on and moved into the home of your dreams in Omaha, NE. We think a congratulations are in order as that is no small feat! But once the celebratory Champaign bubbles have fizzled out and all the boxes have been put away, it is now time to ensure that a few things are in order in your new abode. Below we have listed a couple items for you to tackle in the areas of security, home documents, emergency planning and maintenance to not only help keep you organized, but also avoid any costly home repairs down the road.
Wow. When we say there is so much going on this weekend in and around Omaha, NE we aren’t kidding. This is not a drill, folks! Grab your family and friends for summer days filled with sporting events, walking food tours, dinosaur exhibits, concert series, castle tours, a blues festival, yoga events and so much more. You can even go backstage at the aquarium! Talk about a good time.. Check these and so much more out below. Enjoy!
Let’s be honest - no matter how you spin it, buying a home is not cheap. And whether you are a first-time homebuyer or a seasoned professional, we are sure the previous sentence comes as no surprise to you (you may have even found yourself nodding and smirking in agreeance). But what many people tend to focus on are the larger costs that are associated with home buying, such as mortgage payments and down payment costs, and many tend to overlook the lesser fees that may arise during the buying process. But fear not, as after today’s blog post we are confident you will leave with a better, more thorough understanding of not only what these fees are, but also what they could end up costing, so you can plan accordingly.
With Father’s Day right around the corner, now is the perfect time to fill your calendar with events and activities in and around our beautiful city of Omaha, NE. Spend your weekend celebrating dad and creating beautiful memories while taking in a baseball game, indulging in a walking food tour, roaming farmer’s markets, tackling a mini mud run, exploring art exhibits and much more! We have listed these and a few other can’t-miss events below for you to check out. Enjoy, and Happy Father’s Day!
We all know how stressful moving can be – packing your entire life into cardboard boxes, hauling everything away in a rented truck and, finally, attempting to make sense of all the chaos after the final box is unloaded. We get it. In an effort to alleviate some of that stress (and the overwhelming feeling of sheer panic at times), we have listed ten moving hacks below. We are sure they will aid in your moving process and help to keep things organized and running smoothly from start to finish.
Hello weekend, we missed you! Below we have listed a few can’t-miss events and activities that are happening in and around our beautiful city of Omaha, NE this weekend. So grab your family and friends for a few days filled with everything from comedy shows and art festivals, to walking food tours, aircraft exploration events, farmers markets, dinosaur activities, yoga in the forest and so much more!




