Commercial Chain Link Fence Installation in Burnaby, BC
Commercial Chain Link Fence Installation in Burnaby, BC
Commercial properties need fencing that can provide a reliable perimeter while fitting the way the property is actually used.
For this recent project in Burnaby, BC, Wind Rose Fencing was hired to replace an existing old damage wood fence with a new commercial-grade galvanized chain link fence system.
The project involved removing and disposing of the existing wood fence panels and installing approximately 40 linear feet of new 6-foot-high galvanized chain link fencing.
The new fence was constructed with commercial-grade galvanized components, Schedule 40 steel posts and posts set into concrete footings.
The result is a clean, durable chain link perimeter designed for the commercial property and its existing site conditions.
About This Burnaby Chain Link Fence Project
The existing property boundary had old wood fence panels that needed to be removed before the new fence could be installed.
Rather than replacing the old fencing with another wood system, the property was upgraded to galvanized chain link fencing.
The completed project included:
* Removal of the existing wood fence panels
* Disposal of removed fencing materials
* Approximately 40 linear feet of new chain link fencing
* 6-foot finished fence height
* Galvanized chain link mesh and components
* Commercial-grade construction
* Schedule 40 steel posts
* Posts excavated and set in concrete
* Complete installation at a commercial property in Burnaby, BC
This relatively straightforward project also demonstrates something important about commercial fencing: even a shorter fence line benefits from using materials and installation methods appropriate for the property.
Watch the Chain Link Fence Installation Process
We also documented this Burnaby project on video, showing portions of the installation process from the existing fence removal through the new chain link fence installation.
For property managers, contractors and commercial property owners, seeing the installation process can provide a better understanding of what goes into replacing an existing fence.
It isn’t simply a matter of installing new mesh.
Removal, layout, post installation, concrete work, framework and final chain link installation are all parts of the completed fence system.
Why Replace an Existing Wood Fence with Chain Link?
Wood and chain link fencing serve different purposes, and the appropriate choice depends on the property.
For many commercial and industrial environments, chain link fencing offers several practical characteristics.
Visibility
Standard chain link fencing maintains visibility through the property boundary.
For some commercial sites, this can be beneficial for monitoring the perimeter and maintaining sightlines around the building.
Galvanized Steel Construction
Galvanized chain link systems use zinc-coated steel components designed to resist corrosion during exterior use.
Repairability
If part of a chain link fence is damaged, individual components or sections can often be repaired or replaced without necessarily rebuilding the entire fence line.
Adaptability
Chain link fencing can integrate with pedestrian gates, vehicle gates, privacy screening and other commercial fence configurations when required.
Low-Maintenance Perimeter
Unlike wood fencing, galvanized chain link does not require painting or staining as part of routine fence maintenance.
For the right commercial property, these characteristics make galvanized chain link a practical long-term perimeter solution.
Why 6-Foot-High Chain Link Fencing?
Fence height should be selected according to the property’s intended use, location and applicable requirements.
For this Burnaby commercial project, the new chain link fence was installed at 6 feet high.
A 6-foot chain link fence provides a substantial physical boundary while maintaining the open visibility characteristic of chain link mesh.
This height is commonly considered for commercial applications where a more defined perimeter is desired than a lower fence would provide.
However, there is no single height appropriate for every commercial property.
Industrial and commercial chain link systems can be designed at different heights depending on site conditions, security requirements and intended application.
Commercial-Grade Galvanized Chain Link Fencing
The term commercial-grade involves more than simply the chain link mesh.
A chain link fence functions as a complete system.
That system can include:
Chain link fabric — the woven steel mesh forming the main fence surface.
Line posts — supporting the fence throughout the run.
Terminal posts — providing additional support at ends, corners and other termination points.
Top rail — connecting and supporting the upper portion of the fence system.
Fittings and hardware — connecting the mesh, rails and posts into a complete installation.
Concrete footings — supporting posts below ground.
The specifications of these components matter because the performance of a commercial fence depends on the complete system rather than any one component.
Schedule 40 Posts for This Commercial Fence
For this project, we installed Schedule 40 galvanized steel posts.
Schedule 40 refers to a steel pipe specification associated with the pipe’s dimensions and wall thickness for a given nominal size.
Using substantial steel framework can be appropriate for commercial chain link applications where the fence is expected to function as a durable property boundary.
Post diameter, wall thickness, spacing and configuration should still be selected according to the specific fence design and application.
A heavier post alone does not determine the performance of an entire fence—the mesh, framework, foundations, layout and installation all work together.
Concrete-Set Fence Posts
Another important part of this installation is mostly invisible once the project is finished:
The concrete underneath the posts.
For this Burnaby project, the new chain link fence posts were installed by excavating the required post locations and setting the posts into concrete footings.
The posts provide the structural framework for the fence, while the concrete footings support them below ground.
This installation method is commonly used for exterior commercial chain link fence systems installed in suitable ground conditions.
The required footing dimensions can vary according to factors such as fence height, post type, soil conditions, gate loads and project requirements.
A professional chain link installation therefore starts well before the mesh is attached.
Galvanized Chain Link for Commercial Properties
Galvanized chain link fencing is widely used around commercial and industrial properties because it combines steel construction with corrosion protection from the galvanized coating.
It can be used for applications including:
* Commercial property boundaries
* Warehouses
* Industrial facilities
* Storage areas
* Service areas
* Equipment areas
* Parking perimeters
* Commercial buildings
* Schools and institutional properties
The same basic chain link system can also be adapted to very different properties through changes in fence height, mesh specifications, framework and access points.
That versatility is one of the reasons chain link remains common throughout commercial and industrial infrastructure.
Fence Replacement Starts with Proper Removal
Replacing an existing fence involves more than installing the new system.
The old fence first needs to be dealt with appropriately.
For this project, Wind Rose Fencing removed and disposed of the existing wood fence panels before proceeding with the new chain link installation.
Removal allows the new fence line to be prepared for the new system rather than attempting to build around deteriorated or unnecessary existing fencing.
The exact removal process varies depending on what is already installed, existing posts, surrounding structures and site access.
Commercial Chain Link Fence Repairs and Future Upgrades
One advantage of a chain link fence system is its ability to be serviced over time.
Commercial properties can experience fence damage from vehicles, equipment, vandalism or general use.
Depending on the condition of the system, future work may involve:
* Replacing damaged mesh
* Replacing bent posts
* Repairing top rail
* Adjusting or replacing gates
* Reinforcing vulnerable fence sections
* Extending an existing fence
* Adding privacy screening
* Upgrading perimeter security
This modular construction can make chain link particularly useful for active commercial properties where fencing requirements may change over time.
A Commercial Fence Doesn’t Have to Be a Large Project
Commercial chain link work isn’t limited to hundreds or thousands of feet of perimeter fencing.
This project involved approximately 40 feet of fencing, but the same installation principles still matter.
Proper removal, suitable materials, post installation, concrete work, framework and mesh tension all contribute to the finished fence.
Whether a project involves 40 feet of replacement fencing, a warehouse security enclosure, a commercial gate or a much larger industrial perimeter, the fence should be built according to its application and site conditions.
Wind Rose Fencing is a family-owned and operated Canadian fencing company specializing in chain link fence systems for commercial, industrial and institutional properties.
Chain link fencing is at the core of what we do.
Our commercial chain link services include:
* New chain link fence installation
* Commercial fence replacement
* Industrial perimeter fencing
* Chain link security enclosures
* Commercial pedestrian and vehicle gates
* Base-plated chain link systems
* Concrete-set fence installations
* Privacy screening
* Chain link fence repairs
* Fence modifications and reinforcement
* Perimeter security upgrades
Projects are evaluated according to the property, existing conditions and intended use rather than applying the same fence configuration to every site.
Wind Rose Fencing provides professional commercial and industrial chain link fencing in Burnaby, BC, as well as throughout Surrey, Vancouver, Delta, Richmond, New Westminster, Langley, Coquitlam and surrounding communities across the Lower Mainland.
As a local chain link fence contractor, our focus is on providing professional fence installations, repairs, gates and security solutions for businesses, property managers, facility managers, general contractors and commercial property owners.
Whether you need to replace an existing fence, install a new commercial chain link perimeter, repair damaged fencing or upgrade an existing system, Wind Rose Fencing can help assess the project and determine an appropriate chain link solution.
Contact Wind Rose Fencing to request a quote for commercial chain link fence installation in Burnaby or elsewhere in the Lower Mainland, BC.
Photos & Videos Before and After Completion
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