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New Engl and ’s Agr i cul tura l Fence Exper t s
QUESTIONS TO CONSIDERWHEN ESTIMATING A SEMI-PERMANENT FENCE:
1.
How long will the semi-permanent fence need to last?
2.
How often will it be moved? Will this be done with reels or net?
3.
Does it need to be used in the winter?
4.
Will it be visible to both predators and livestock?
5.
What is the animal/predator pressure?
6.
How many and what type of gates will be used?
7.
Will it need a solar or battery energizer because it is away from a power
source?
8.
Does the conductor have the conductivity to do the job? Will it be able
to power up other fences?
9.
What type is the most efficient use of lanes?
10.
Can trees with a board attached be used as posts?
Estimating a
Semi-Permanent Fence
W
hen a permanent fence is not needed or isn’t feasible, there are many ways to achieve one’s goals using materials
that can be set up and taken down once a day or once every few years. Semi-permanent fence includes electric
netting and any conductor that can be wound up on a reel for storage. It is quick to install because lightweight posts
are used and very rarely is a wood post needed.
Below is a sample drawing of a semi-permanent 3D
deer and critter deterrent fence. After a customer
sketch is received, Wellscroft will make notations
on the sketch indicating which parts should go
where. Some brief instructions may be indicated,
however customers are always welcome to call with
questions about installation.
Symbol Key
We use these symbols in our own design process, you may also find them helpful.
Fence Line
Subdivision
Woven Wire
Wood Post
T-Post
Tree
Stone Wall
Energizer Location
Gate
(indicate hinge)
Road
1
WAY
2
WAY
