Fencing terms, defined
Plain definitions of the fencing words that come up on estimates, inspections and supplier calls, written for fence companies. Each term says where it matters on the job and links the Koira calculator, cost guide or template that goes with it.
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FencingFence picketsPickets are the vertical boards attached to the rails that make up the face of a wood fence.FencingFence railsRails are the horizontal boards or channels between fence posts that the pickets or panels attach to.Shared with ConcreteFrost lineThe frost line is how deep the ground freezes in a given area.
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Shared with Pool ServicePool barrierA pool barrier is the fence, wall or cover system around a pool meant to keep young children from getting to the water unsupervised.FencingPost holeA post hole is the hole dug for a fence or deck post, usually backfilled with concrete, gravel or tamped soil to hold the post plumb.Shared with CarpentryPressure-treated lumberPressure-treated lumber is wood forced full of preservative under pressure so it resists rot and insects, for use outdoors and in contact with concrete or soil.
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Shared with General ContractorSetbackA setback is the minimum distance a building or structure must stay from a property line, street or other feature under local zoning.Shared with General ContractorSite planA site plan is a drawing of the whole lot from above, showing property lines, the house, driveways, setbacks, easements and utilities.
More for fence companies: free fencing tools, templates and guides and how the trade runs on Koira. Or browse the whole glossary.