Maintain Your Metal Fence | Sam's Welding, Inc.
Admin • May 7, 2019
A metal fence is a wonderful option in terms of the security, polished look,
and great strength that it offers. These fences work well to secure a home or a
commercial building. They are also ideal for use in pool fences. However, even
the best metal fences can sometimes develop issues, especially if you are not
practicing good, regular maintenance. Fortunately, however, with a little care,
you can keep your fence in tip-top shape.
Examine Your Fence on a Regular Basis
The earlier you find a problem with your metal fencing, the more quickly and
easily you can fix it. Early detection and correction can keep the problem from
worsening and becoming more serious, especially if it's a problem that tends to
spread quickly, like rust.
To help with early detection of issues, inspect your fence on a regular
basis. Just look it over carefully for any problems or spots that weren't there
before. If you don't want to do this job yourself, you can pay a company to
perform regular fencing inspections.
Typically, you'll need to check your fence more often if you live in a humid
climate or one that gets lots of rain. Fortunately for San Diego residents,
excess rainfall isn't common, so you can get away with checking your fence a
bit less often than those who live elsewhere. If a season does end up
particularly rainy, however, be sure to check your fence more frequently than
you usually would.
Have Your Fence Professionally Coated
Many types of coatings can be used on metal fences. These coatings are
designed to protect the fence against rust.
You can buy and apply some coatings yourself. However, keep in mind that
proper fence coating requires serious preparation in order for it to be
effective. You'll have to remove all existing rust and other materials from
your fence, which can be an arduous process. For that reason, it's often better
and easier to have a professional coating applied.
If you do choose to go the professional route, talk to the coating service
about different options and pricing to find a coating type and a price point
that will work for you and your budget.
Clean Your Fence on a Regular Basis
People often think that their metal fences are kind of self-cleaning. After
all, the rain seems to wash away all the debris.
However, regular cleaning is good for your fence since it can get rid of
abrasive materials that may have managed to soak their way in. The best way to
clean your fence is with warm, soapy water. Apply the water using a soft brush
so as not to damage the fence, and then hose off the residue and let the fence
dry.
Doing this simple act at least a couple of times a year can really help to
prolong the life of the fence and keep it in great shape.
Repair Paint Chips Right Away
Chipped paint on your metal fence might not seem like a big deal, but it is actually something that should be dealt with right away since it can belie more serious problems and also strips your fence of some of its protection. If you notice chipped paint, brush away any excess using a wire brush, being sure to remove any rust you might spot. Then, use a primer to prepare the area before repairing the paint. Following these tips should keep your fence in great shape. However, if you do run into problems and require repairs, Sam's Welding, Inc., can help. We specialize in all kinds of metal fence repairs. So, if you spot an issue or have a problem that you are unsure how to deal with or have been unable to fix with your own efforts, know that we've got you covered!
Most Popular Types of Welding
Are you hiring a welder to get something fabricated or repaired? Sam's Welding Inc. offers the following types of welding in El Cajon: Gas metal arc welding. Perhaps the most popular of them all, this method is also known by its abbreviations GMAW or MIG, for metal inert gas. It’s an average of five times faster than electrical arc methods and includes four material transfer options: spray, pulsed spray, globular and short circuiting. Shielded metal arc welding. A form of stick welding commonly known as SMAW, this process uses electrical current to form an arc between the rod and metals in production. Uses include industrial fabrication such as the construction of iron and steel structures. Gas tungsten arc welding. This method is known as TIG or GTAW and requires the most skill, as heat is continuously regulated by means of a foot pedal. If amperage is set too high, you can end up burning holes in the metal. If it’s too low, the weld won’t flow properly. It’s especially useful for combining thick pieces of stainless steel and ironless metals. Flux-cored arc welding. Unlike MIG and TIG, FCAW keeps contamination out by means of a flux. This process doesn’t require a shielding gas, can be done outdoors and is quite efficient. Working with different positions such as horizontal, vertical and tee joints requires different machine configurations. Serving San Diego, CA Whether you need several hundred pieces or just one, we’re happy to take on the project for you. We are combat veteran owned and have more than two decades of experience handling military projects with success. We serve El Cajon, La Mesa, Santee, and the entire county. We have expertise with the design and fabrication of gates and fences. You’re welcome to walk into our San Diego shop or call us anytime at 619-281-2709 .
Whether you have some new projects lined up to modify and enhance your home or there are some significant repairs that need to be done to some of the metalwork, you want to have a professional metal welder on the job. There are numerous specific instances in which having welding done by a certified military group such as Sam’s Welding Inc. in El Cajon is worth your investment. Perhaps you need a car welder to perform some precise car part welding or you need to ensure the safety of a premises with some security door welding . Of course, not everything that involves metal fabrication or repair is on a large scale. More often than not, welding is needed for smaller things that see use on a daily basis, such as: Staircases Hand railings Gates Fences As far as stairs are concerned, our professionals can help with anything from a new hand railing to a completely new and complex spiral staircase. Even if the work needs to be done outside on fences and gates where the materials need to be more durable, our nearly four decades of experience in the field have given us the knowledge of how to complete jobs in a way that is both aesthetically pleasing and keeps you and your loved ones safe. Serving El Cajon, La Mesa and Santee Metalwork, whether it is basic framing or a more elaborate fence job, has a large impact on our lives every day. Therefore, when the time comes in which you decide to invest in modifications, fabrications, or repairs, you’d better be sure that you have qualified people doing the work. That’s what you’ll get when you call Sam’s Welding at 619-281-2709 . If you live in El Cajon, La Mesa or Santee, ask about our walk-in and mobile services to maximize our availability to you.
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