The first thing you need to determine when building a fence is the specific area that you’re fencing in. If you’re wanting to maximize the area inside the fence, you can do so by building directly on the property line, but this comes with a unique set of circumstances in which the law is slightly… Continue reading How Close to the Property Line Should You Build a Fence?

After you’ve had a survey done on your property and you’re certain of the boundary lines, you can build a fence in confidence that you won’t experience any negative consequences by putting the fence in the wrong place. However, one thing that might not have crossed your mind is how that tree on the property… Continue reading What to Do About Trees When Building a Fence

Screen porches are one of those things that make your outdoor living experience all come together. Especially in Texas where mosquitos and other bugs can become a real nuisance while you’re just trying to relax on your porch. If you have considered installing a screen porch or are just curious if one is right for… Continue reading How Much Does A Screen Porch Cost In Bastrop, TX

A common question that is asked on the internet is, “can fence posts be 10 feet apart?”. The answer to this question could be yes or no depending on what type of fence you are installing and what exactly you’re trying to fence in. The Importance of Correct Fence Post Spacing In any fence, the… Continue reading Fence Post Spacing: How Far Apart Should Fence Posts Be?

The focus of this article is stain – why it fades over time and what to do about it.

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