by Brian Andrade | Sep 23, 2026 | Fences
I’d start with the view from the patio: what will you see through the fence from your chair? A shadowbox pattern can soften a direct view while leaving some openings. A solid-board design gives you a more continuous face. “Privacy fence” is a broad label, so compare...
by Brian Andrade | Sep 9, 2026 | Fences
Maybe you’ve found a wood fence photo you like, but the thought of staining it gives you pause. Vinyl has a different appeal: a consistent surface without that finishing step. I’d compare the look you want with the upkeep you’re willing to handle, then make sure...
by Brian Andrade | Aug 26, 2026 | Fences
If you have been waiting for a break in the heat to stain a fence in Kansas City, early fall is the window — not a random Saturday in August, and not the weekend after the first freeze. The how-to lives on two posts we already published: how to stain a fence and how...
by Brian Andrade | Aug 19, 2026 | Fences
This is not another “how to hire a fence company” list. If you live in Lee’s Summit, the decision that actually delays a project is whether the city, your HOA, or both have to sign off before the first post goes in. The rules are public. They are also easy to mix up...
by Brian Andrade | Aug 3, 2026 | Fences
Key Takeaways Composite fencing costs more upfront than wood, but because it needs almost no recurring upkeep, its total cost of ownership can close the gap over time — ask for a current local quote on both before deciding. Wood fencing here (almost always cedar)...
by Brian Andrade | Jul 13, 2026 | Fences
If you’re planning a new fence in Overland Park, the design and material decisions are usually the easy part. What trips homeowners up is the paperwork: what the city requires, and what your HOA layers on top. Before you call fence companies for quotes, spend fifteen...