FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT DEER CONTROL
FENCE
What is DEER CONTROL
FENCE?
It is a polypropylene
plastic mesh barrier that contains a UV light stabilizer to protect it from
sun damage. The fence is black which allows it to blend in with landscaping or
natural surroundings and will not detract from the appearance of your customer
s property. It is easy to install, will not rust, has excellent tensile
strength, and will last for many years.
DEER CONTROL FENCE is
available in 3 grades and 2 heights:
·
STANDARD 7.5
·
HEAVY DUTY 7.5 (25% stronger than STANDARD)
·
SUPER 8 (100% stronger than STANDARD)
STANDARD DEER CONTROL FENCE works great for many installation
needs. This fence is a very cost effective deer fence. For customers that want
a fence with greater tensile strength, HEAVY DUTY PERIMETER FENCE is
available. Its breakage strength is 25% stronger than STANDARD DEER CONTROL
FENCE. For customers that want the ultimate deer fence SUPER 8 FENCE is now an
option. This fence is 8 feet in height and has a breakage strength 100%
stronger than STANDARD DEER CONTROL FENCE. All 3 deer fences have the same
appearance when installed.
What roll sizes and mesh sizes are
available?
| TYPE
OF FENCE |
ROLL SIZE |
MESH SIZE |
COLOR |
WEIGHT
(LBS) |
BREAKAGE
STRENGTH |
| Standard |
7.5' x 100' |
2" x 2" |
Black |
25 |
450 lbs/ft. |
| Standard |
7.5' x 330' |
2" x 2" |
Black |
50 |
450 lbs/ft. |
| Heavy Duty |
7.5' x 164' |
2" x 2" |
Black |
40 |
550 lbs/ft. |
| Super 8' |
8' x 100' |
2" x 2" |
Black |
30 |
900 lbs/ft. |
| Super 8' |
8' x 100' |
2" x 2" |
Black |
60 |
900
lbs/ft. |
Are there any volume
discounts?
|
VOLUME
DISCOUNTS |
| 3-4 rolls |
5% |
| 5-9 rolls |
10% |
| 10+ rolls |
CALL |
How does DEER CONTROL FENCE
work?
In order for DEER CONTROL FENCE
to be an effective barrier, it is essential that DEER CONTROL FENCE completely
surround the area that needs protection. Any area not fenced is a potential
entry site for the deer. Deer can easily jump over standard 6 ft. metal
orchard fence. Since DEER CONTROL FENCE is taller it is more effective in
keeping deer out.
How long will DEER
CONTROL FENCE last?
DEER CONTROL FENCE should provide your
customers with many years of protection. Sun damage is minimized by the
addition of a UV light stabilizer to the polypropylene plastic fence. STANDARD
DEER CONTROL FENCE has been used successfully for over 20 years on the East
Coast which has a four season climate. The manufacturer does not provide a
specific guarantee on the life expectancy of DEER CONTROL FENCE because
conditions vary in which the fence is installed. However, the estimated
minimum life expectancy is 12-15 years. How does DEER CONTROL FENCE compare to
metal orchard fence?
Most metal orchard fences are only 6
ft. tall. Metal fences are extremely labor intensive to install. At least two
people are needed to install metal fence and a fence stretcher is needed to
pull the metal fence tight. Metal fences are heavy, can cut you, and will
eventually rust away.
DEER CONTROL FENCE is made out of
polypropylene plastic, cuts easily with scissors or tin snips, can be
installed by one person, and only needs to be hand tight between posts. It
stands 7.5/8 ft. tall and will not rust.
How do you install
DEER CONTROL FENCE?
DEER FENCE is flexible and easy to
install. It can be cut with scissors or tin snips. The fence can be attached
to posts or trees. Posts that can be used include black coated tubular steel
fence posts, black powder coated angle steel posts, steel T-posts, steel rebar
(5/8" diameter or greater), or wood posts. The tubular steel and angle steel
posts are available from our company. The other posts are usually available at
building supply stores. Posts should be 10 feet in length and placed
approximately 2 feet into the ground. The distance between the posts and/or
trees should be approximately 10-12 feet for STANDARD DEER CONTROL FENCE and
10-15 feet for HEAVY DUTY PERIMETER FENCE and SUPER 8 FENCE.
Corner post kits and end post
kits are available. These kits include black coated tubular steel fence posts
and braces. Braces are used because corner posts and end posts are usually
under increased tension when the deer fence is pulled tight.
How do you put metal
posts in the ground?
For tubular steel fence posts
galvanized steel ground sleeves are first driven into the ground using a metal
drive cap. Then the tubular steel fence posts are inserted into the ground
sleeves. Angle steel fence posts and other metal fence posts (steel T-posts
and steel rebar) are driven into the ground with a post driver and do not
require ground sleeves. Tubular steel fence posts, angle steel fence posts,
galvanized steel ground sleeves, and metal drive caps are available from our
company.
How is DEER CONTROL
FENCE attached to posts?
7 and 11 long self-locking
polypropylene ties (so-called zip ties) are available to secure DEER CONTROL
FENCE to the steel posts. Both are available from our company. 11 ties are
used to secure DEER CONTROL FENCE to the tubular steel fence posts. 7 ties are
used with the other steel posts. We recommend using 6 ties per post. The ties
contain a UV light stabilizer to protect them from sun damage. If wood posts
are used, then we recommend using 3/4" fence staples to attach DEER CONTROL
FENCE to the wood post. Place the fence staple diagonally at the intersection
of the vertical and horizontal strand of the fence for the most secure
attachment.
How is DEER CONTROL
FENCE attached to the trees?
We recommend that you use 1" wide
green plastic tie tape. Simply wrap the tape around the tree and then secure
the fence to the tree. Fence staples are not recommended to attach the fence
to the tree because the staple will eventually be absorbed into the bark as
the tree grows. Another option is to attach the fence to a 2 x 4 board with
fence staples and then use straight nails to attach the board to the
tree.
Can DEER CONTROL
FENCE be installed on uneven terrain?
Simply take the extra fence
material that is created as you progress up or down the hill, fold it over,
and attach it directly to the post with the polypropylene ties.
How do you insert a
post on a hillside?
If you are unable to drive the steel
post into the ground with the post driver here are several suggested options:
1. With tubular steel fence posts and
angle steel fence posts simply drive the galvanized steel ground sleeve into
the ground with a metal drive cap and insert the fence post into the ground
sleeve.
2. A 5 ft. high T-post or piece of
rebar could be driven into the ground. Since the angle steel fence post has
holes on one side, this post could then be attached to the shorter post that
is in the ground.
3. With rebar posts try Electrical
Metallic Tubing (EMT) which is available at most building supply and hardware
stores. EMT comes in 10 foot lengths with 1/2 and 3/4" diameter EMT most
useful for this project. 1/2" EMT will accommodate 1/2" rebar and 3/4" EMT
will accommodate 5/8" or 3/4" rebar. Use a hacksaw to cut the EMT into a 2.5
ft. length. Next, use a hammer or vice to flatten approximately 1" of the EMT
at one end. Now you have an EMT ground sleeve. With the flattened end of the
ground sleeve going into the ground, drive the ground sleeve approximately 1.5
to 2 ft. into the ground. Use a small block of wood to protect the end of the
ground sleeve that you strike with the hammer. If the end of the ground sleeve
is damaged, use a hacksaw to cut off the damaged end. Select the diameter of
rebar appropriate for the ground sleeve. Insert a 9-10 ft. length of rebar
into the ground sleeve.
4. Drive a 5 ft. high T-post into the
ground and then attach an 8 ft. length of rebar to the T-post.
5. Drive a 5 ft. length of rebar
into the ground and then slip an 8 ft. length of pipe over the rebar. The pipe
is now used as the post for attaching the fence.
What can you do if you do not like the appearance of
rebar?
Rebar can be spray painted any
color. Also, black utility polypipe can be slid over the rebar. It comes in
1/2" and 3/4" diameter and is available in the plumbing department at hardware
stores.
What if you need a
gate?
Our company sells access gates
and driveway gates. Access gates are used to allow entry into enclosed areas.
Driveway gates also allow entry into enclosed areas where the deer fence
crosses a driveway. Both gates are made with black coated steel posts, are
easy to assemble, and blend in with the deer fence. Access gate kit includes
gate, hinges, latches, and frame. Driveway gate kit includes gate, hinges,
latches, and posts. Each kit includes a section of deer fence for attaching to
the gate.
Can a gate be made
using the DEER CONTROL FENCE?
Simply put two posts into the ground
that span the opening of the gate. Attach DEER CONTROL FENCE in a continuous
manner the same as it is attached to all the other posts. Use scissors to cut
the fence adjacent to one of the gate posts. Attach the free end of the fence
to a piece of wood or sandwich the free end of the fence between two pieces of
wood and nail or screw the two pieces of wood together. Screw into the side of
the wood a screw eye. Attach a bolt snap to the adjacent post. The bolt snap
secured to the eye screw will keep the gate closed. To open the gate release
the bolt snap with the other gate post acting as the hinge. Two bolt snaps can
be used, one half way up and the other approximately 18" above the ground to
prevent animals from pushing through the gate.
This simple inexpensive gate can cover
any span and even be used as a gate across a driveway. Remember, in order for
DEER CONTROL FENCE to work it is essential that the area is fenced completely.
Any area not fenced is a potential entry site for the deer. How do you prevent
the deer from accidentally running into DEER CONTROL FENCE?
White flagging tape is included
with each order and is used to warn the deer of the newly installed fence.
Simply cut 12" lengths of the white flagging tape and attach it to the deer
fence between posts at a height of 4 feet for 1-2 months.
How do you prevent
deer from pushing underneath DEER CONTROL FENCE?
Here are 2 suggested options:
1. Galvanized aluminum ground stakes or
J-hooked steel rebar ground stakes are available for securing the fence to the
ground between fence posts. The aluminum stakes are used for most
applications. The rebar stakes are used in rocky or hard soil conditions.
2. 12.5 gauge black plastic wire
is available and can be attached to the bottom of the posts and base of the
fence. This plastic wire is made out of UV protected polyester plastic.
Gripple wire joiners/tensioners and Gripple Tensioning Tool are also available
for joining and tensioning the plastic wire. The plastic wire needs to be
attached to stable end posts because of the tension in the wire.
Do you need to
support the top of DEER CONTROL FENCE?
This is usually not necessary if
you space your posts every 10-12 feet for STANDARD DEER CONTROL FENCE and
every 10-15 feet for HEAVY DUTY PERIMETER FENCE and SUPER 8 FENCE. However, if
you desire to support the top of the fence, the same technique using 12.5
gauge black plastic wire as discussed in #2 above can be used. For added
protection black plastic wire can also be attached at the middle of the
fence.
How do you attach the
black plastic wire to DEER CONTROL FENCE?
A Hog Ringer Tool is available
that uses 9/16 hog rings to attach the black plastic wire to DEER CONTROL
FENCE. The Tool takes a small piece of metal and squeezes it into a ring that
can attach the plastic wire to the fence.
What do you do if
DEER CONTROL FENCE is damaged?
It is easy to repair using
polypropylene ties or black electrical tape on small tears. If there are areas
of larger damage, then the section between posts can be replaced.
Can the deer fence be
used to keep other animals out like rabbits, bears, raccoons, dogs, cats,
goats, elk, horses, etc.?
DEER CONTROL FENCE is recommended
only for keeping deer out of protected areas. It may work for other
animals.
How do you keep small
animals out of protected areas?
For small animals that may chew
on the deer fence we offer 3 or 4 ft. high Small Animal Control Hex Fence.
This fence looks like chicken wire but it has a black vinyl coating that
protects it from exposure to moisture to minimize rusting. Because it is black
it blends in with DEER CONTROL FENCE. Small Animal Control Hex Fence placed at
the base of the deer fence (1 ft. of hex fence on the ground outside DEER
CONTROL FENCE and 2 or 3 ft. in the vertical direction) is very effective in
keeping small animals out of protected areas.
Is there any
sales tax?
Only if it is being
shipped to a California address.
How do you
deliver?
The fence is usually shipped
by FedEx Ground. Large orders are shipped by common carrier.
What form of
payment is accepted?
Visa/Mastercard, COD, money order, cashier's check.
How do I obtain additional
information?
To obtain a brochure
and free sample of STANDARD DEER CONTROL FENCE or HEAVY DUTY PERIMETER FENCE,
please go to our GUEST INFORMATION PAGE and complete the form. This
information is not provided to any outside companies.
What should you do if you still have
questions?
Give us a
call toll free at 888-633-3623.
Send an e-mail to info@ficklehillfence.com