Frisco Fence Repair Companyowner Sean Eubanks, President of Texas State Fence Co., builds fences for people and for horses.
Vinyl Horse Fence
Good horse fences must be strong enough to contain a horse pressing against the fence, visible to the horse so that it does not damage the horse due to surprise, and at least 5 foot in height to discourage the horse from trying to jump the fence. Be sure to check your local fence ordinances as some ordinances require that the height be a minimum of six feet. If you keep stallions you should plan for a higher fence as their desire to escape enclosures is greater and they have been known to take risks with jumping lower fences.
The traditional material for a horse fence is wood post and rails. The main problem with wood is that it can be expensive if you have a large pasture that you want to enclose. Less expensive options for large enclosures including electrified wire fences at the lowest cost end of the range. Materials include electric tape, rope, and braid which are all easy to see and install. Each of the materials have wires running through them that deliver the shock when a horse presses against the material. The materials are strung between either wood or metal posts with several rows normally provided to ensure contact. Due to the effectiveness of the electric shock deterrent the distance between posts can be as much as 25-30 feet with electric fencing materials, though sagging can be a problem that requires continual monitoring.
High-Tension wire is another low cost fencing option. High Tension wire requires that the posts be set deeper and that the corner posts be reinforced to handle the tension levels required to provide an effective fence. Some people are not enthusiastic about using electrification and prefer high-tension wire fencing as an effective alternative.
Wood fences are most commonly built using 4 x 4 posts spaced about 8 feet apart on center. Boards should be attached to the inside of the posts to make it more difficult for the horse to push the boards off of the posts. The upper rails should have a smaller gap than the bottom rails. Upper rails should be spaced about 12 inches apart and should use 1 x 6 boards. Bottom rails can be spaced 18 inches apart. Combining an electric wire along the inside top edge of the top rail will help to prevent the horse from chewing on the board and dramatically increase the fence life.
Frisco Fence Repair Company owner Sean Eubanks installs all types of fences and automatic gates. Sean Eubanks and his team at Texas State Fence Company have over 15 years experience installing all types of fences and automatic gates. He provides quality fencing to both residential and commercial clients in North Texas. Sean builds fences and Automatic Gates in Plano and also serves the Frisco, Allen, McKinney and general Collin County area. Please give Sean Eubanks a call at 972-898-1307 for more information.