It’s important to note that when we own a property, it’s usually up to us to protect and secure it.
For most people, this is not a hard requirement to accept, because after all, anything that allows our family and personal belongings to be more protected is seen as a good thing. But the truth is that if you cannot secure your garden, it can also be hard to secure your home in general.
This space not only surrounds your property, in a large way if you’re fortunate, but it can provide a necessary buffer zone between the world outside and your actual building.
For this reason, taking steps to ensure your home is protected without having to subdue the natural beauty of your property can be a balancing act worth taking part in. It’s with this effort and positive reinforcement that you’ll realize just what improvements you can make, and why you should make them. We’d love to explore this topic just a little bit further with you, as can be found in the words below.
A Worthwhile Fence
A good fence can not only help you with your privacy, but also keep out trespassers who may not know your property lines, or even stray animals that could end up harming your children. Yet it’s worth asking questions, such as ‘does my neighbor mind me erecting this fence,’ or ‘do I need to get a permit for a fence in Sarasota County?’
When you can clear that up, and also the dimensions and size or design you’re looking for, the more confident you feel in this new approach.
A Strong, Protected Gate
A good gate is not just an accessory and a place to open up your fencing, but it should also provide protection to keep your pets from escaping, and to prevent easy access to your property.
A solid latch can allow for your gate to be reliable in all weathers, while nice decoration can also serve as a means in which to proudly display your property number or name. Yet like any decorative element, make sure its beauty is not at the cost of function.
Deterrents
It can also be worthwhile to use deterrents to prevent unwanted scenarios from taking place. For instance, if you have a rural property in which people seem to continually walk around the back garden because that’s where your driveway is located, you may place a ‘no entry’ or ‘beware of the dog’ sign there, and warmly direct visitors to the front door instead.
Additionally, it can be that with visible CCTV cameras for your security system, or a visible alarm, or anti-climb paint on your exterior wall, you send a clear message that you are there, and always willing and able to defend your home in the best way. This should be enough to help you retain your home safety in 99% of odd cases.
With this advice, we hope you can adequately protect your garden in the best possible manner.
