If you have decided to take on the task of fencing in goats, then you are probably aware of their behavior and incessant need to explore and challenge the fence you erect regardless of height or material. Choosing the wrong fence can lead to several escapes or worse, a goat getting stuck, leaving it as… Continue reading Best Fence Options for Goats

If you own horses, it is a necessity to have the right fence to give them space to graze and play, but also keep them safe. A fence marks the area where the horses roam, but it also creates a barrier between the horses and their would-be predators. The wrong fence can also be an… Continue reading Best Fence Options for Horses

Wood that is subject to the elements goes through changes along with the weather extremities. Depending on where you live, the severity of change will differ depending on climate. The type of wood you use may be more preferable in some areas than others, but we at Butler Contracting are focused on building fences to… Continue reading Do Fence Boards Shrink?

There are many cheap fencing options that fall under the title of “dog fences”, but most of them are not very visually appealing nor are they particularly durable. Some of them even resolve to send a shock to your pet when they cross an invisible boundary or get too close to a fence. If you’re… Continue reading 5 Dog Friendly Fence Ideas

Having wooden fence pickets go all the way to the ground may be more aesthetically pleasing in some cases, but it will cause a headache over time that will lead to the replacement of several pickets if not the entire fence. There should be a 2-inch gap between the ground and the pickets on your… Continue reading Can Wooden Fence Pickets Touch The Ground?

Gardens are awesome and they can grow plants, vegetables, and flowers whether you have a fence or not, but here are a few reasons why a garden fence is necessary and what types of fences and materials are available to fit your needs and style. Shelter and Protection From the Elements The wind and rain… Continue reading Should I Fence In My Garden?

Stain and sealant can work wonders for most wood structures including decks, fences and even chicken coops and raised flower beds, but stains and sealants can also be harmful to the plant life that often surrounds these wood structures. How Stains and Sealants Are Harmful to Plants If you manage to get a stain or… Continue reading Does Deck and Fence Stain Kill Plants?

Whether your mailbox was taken out by a driver or it was damaged by some other inconvenient means, you may find yourself in need of installing a new one. It sounds like a simple endeavor to put a support in the ground and attach a mailbox on top of it, but because they are usually… Continue reading Installing Mailboxes in Texas

Decks can be one of the more enjoyable parts of a home and you might want to get straight to dreaming up an idea and building it immediately, but before you buy your materials and lay down any planks, there are code requirements that must be met by the structure in order to avoid any… Continue reading Deck Railing Codes and Requirements in Texas

Each HOA has different rules and regulations that need to be followed based on Federal, State, County, and local municipality laws, as well as the Architectural Control Committee (ACC) within the HOA. The most common questions we are asked are, “What type of fence can I build on my property?” or “Do I need a… Continue reading Tahitian Village Fence Rules in Bastrop, Texas

In each City there are different rules and regulations that need to be followed based on Federal, State, County, and local municipality laws. A couple of the most common questions we are asked are, “What type of fence can I build on my property?” or “Do I need a fence permit?”  Those are great questions… Continue reading Fence Rules and Regulations In Austin, Texas

One of the best things you can do for the longevity of a fence, new or old, is to apply a fresh coat of stain to it! Stain is particularly useful in hot climates due to the UV protection it provides. If wood gets hit with the sun day after day without the proper protection,… Continue reading Can Fence Stain Be Sprayed On?

This has been a hotly debated topic for quite some time with many theories being offered in favor of or against setting posts in concrete. There are many different methods of sinking posts into the ground and depending on where you go in the country, you might see one method largely preferred over another. Along… Continue reading Will Fence Posts Rot In Concrete?

Adding a kitchen to your outdoor living space can really expand your hosting options! If you like to entertain, an outdoor kitchen allows you to offer your company a seat at the bar while you do the grilling (or smoking). We at Butler Contracting love installing outdoor kitchens and we made an Outdoor Kitchen Brochure… Continue reading 3 Outdoor Kitchen Contractors in Bastrop, TX

A great way to expand the space of your home in a relatively inexpensive manner is to utilize the outside! Outdoor living spaces are growing in popularity for good reason – they increase the value of your home while providing a wonderful place to host your friends, spend time with family, or simply enjoy the… Continue reading 3 Outdoor Living Space Builders in Bastrop, Texas

A great way to provide cover for your outdoor living space is to build a roofed structure that is attached to your house. These structures are referred to as patio overhangs and patio covers and some even use the word “pergola” interchangeably. While here at Butler Contracting we would love to earn your business building… Continue reading 3 Patio Overhang Companies in Bastrop Texas

A deck is one of the most enjoyable parts of a house, especially when the weather is nice! The only downside to them is that most decks are prone to wear and over time the boards break down and become brittle and are eventually hazardous to anyone who sets foot on them. If your deck… Continue reading How Much Does it Cost to Remove and Replace Deck Boards in Bastrop, TX?

Outdoor kitchens are the perfect complement to your outdoor living space and they give you the perfect setup to host friends and family for an awesome outdoor experience! Adding a kitchen on the outside of your house is a highly enjoyable way to increase the value of your home and gives you the possibility of… Continue reading Outdoor Kitchen Guide for Central Texas

Outdoor living spaces are growing in popularity as they are a great way to host company, spend time with family, and create an enjoyable place to enjoy the outdoors with the conveniences of what you’d find inside your home. One variation of an outdoor space to consider is a screen porch, which is a structure… Continue reading 3 Screen Porch Companies In Bastrop, TX

You’ve finally purchased a homestead and now you’re looking to build an outdoor living space to fully enjoy your property. Pergolas can be a nice touch to add to the aesthetic of an outdoor living space and really round out the backyard experience, but they can also have a few other perks as well. What… Continue reading How Much Does It Cost To Build A Pergola In Bastrop, TX?