This is a great time to own commercial property in western North Carolina. Our area has seen an influx of new residents and businesses throughout the last few decades, and we continue to welcome millions of tourists each year. Commercial entities provide essential jobs for residents and services for tourists. Asheville and Hendersonville are proud to have seen new businesses open, and veteran companies continue to thrive. If you have commercial property, you know the importance of making sure it is secure, safe, and protected at all times. Fencing is key to keeping you, your employees, and your guests safe at all times. 

In this guide, we are discussing everything you need to know to get started with your commercial fencing. We are going to discuss several different types of commercial fencing, including:

1. Temporary Fencing
2. Chain Link Fencing
3. Ornamental Aluminum and Steel Fencing
4. Farm and Ranch Fencing
5. Dumpster Enclosures
6. Athletic Fencing
7. Guardrails for Parking Lots and Private Roads
8. Access Control Solutions

For two generations, Asheville Fence has been providing quality commercial fencing for businesses throughout western North Carolina. If you do not find the answer to your commercial fencing questions in this guide, please do not hesitate to contact our expert team. 

1. Temporary Fencing

Sometimes you only need fencing for a time or season. If this is the case, quality temporary fencing is your answer. Temporary fencing helps for a variety of needs, including:

• Construction barricades and public restriction
• Designating specific areas at events and concerts
• Deterring theft 
• Directing pedestrian traffic
• Creating storage areas during commercial construction

Commercial fencing typically needs to be portable and flexible, so we use free-standing, self-supporting panels that are held together by couplers. Temporary fencing materials may include chain link and chainlike panels, and barricades. If needed, you might consider adding tension wire or barbed wire. Slide or swing gates provide plenty of space to enter and exit fenced areas. 

2. Chain Link Fencing

Chain link is typically a cost-effective solution for protecting a large amount of property with permeant fencing. Chain link is durable and resistant to a wide range of western North Carolina weather conditions. There are numerous benefits to choosing chain link fencing, including:

• Easy to repair with little required maintenance
• Easy installation
• Cost-effective
• Allows visibility and does not block the wind
• Resistant to rust and corrosion 
• Can be secured further with barbed wire and other features

If you want the benefits of chain link fencing but need additional privacy, additional material can be easily installed. Solar and automatic gate operators work great with this lightweight fencing material. Since it is somewhat utilitarian in appearance, chain link works great for warehouses, manufacturing facilities, scrap metal facilities, and industrial sites. 

3. Ornamental Aluminum and Steel Fencing 

Some businesses may require fencing that is as beautiful as the property and surrounding areas. If that is the case for your commercial property, aluminum or steel ornamental fencing is your solution. Whether you are enclosing a hotel, neighborhood, or public pool, creating an outdoor space for a restaurant or brewery, or anything that requires elegance, ornamental fencing can add to the aesthetics of your property. 

Some of the key benefits, in addition to beauty, include:

Durability: This type of fencing is as durable as it is beautiful 

Low maintenance: You will not often perform maintenance on this durable fencing

Rust-resistant: Aluminum is resistant to rust, so you will not need to paint

Weather-safe: Wind can pass through your ornamental fence unimpeded, so you will not often be dealing with storm damage.

Security: These fences are strong and safe – something nefarious characters will not want to take on.

Versatility: Your ornamental fencing is highly customizable and versatile. 

We specialize in Ameristar Ornamental Styles Fencing. We find this brand is preferable due to it being fusion and laser-welded, for maximum strength, as well as finished with E-Coat, to prevent corrosion without repeated paintings. Ameristar Ornamental also allows for more significant savings, compared to most wrought iron fencing.

Ornamental fencing is often an excellent choice for commercial properties in western North Carolina. You may need this style in order to comply with town and municipal ordinances. With both form and function, ornamental fencing provides the security you need with the aesthetics your customers and employees will enjoy.

4. Farm and Ranch Fencing

Agriculture is a significant part of the economy and identity of western North Carolina. As long as there have been people in these mountains, there have been farms and ranches providing key crops and animal products. Farm and ranch fences are vital for protecting plants and livestock, highlighting borders, and making protecting water sources. 

Farm and ranch fences come in a variety of customizable options. The best choice for you will depend on many factors, such as the terrain of your land, livestock being contained, and predators you’re up against. Asheville Fence provides wood, viny, and T-post farm and ranch fencing options. These fences are very durable and designed to last for a long time. 

5. Dumpster Enclosures

Dumpster enclosures are not the most exciting aspect of commercial fencing. They are probably not the first thing you are thinking about when starting or while running your business. Nevertheless, the right dumpster enclosure is vital for compliance with state, county, and municipal ordinances. We work with you to provide something stately in appearance, compliant with laws and ordinances, and functional. They help keep out animals and people while hiding unsightly trash from your customers and employees. 

Dumpster enclosures experience heavy use, and so must be made correctly and with quality materials. We have components ranging from wood to steel, designed for industrial to personal use. 

6. Athletic Fencing

Sports are an essential part of the culture here in North Carolina. While the central part of the state is known for college basketball, our area might be more closely associated with baseball, football, and soccer. However, you can find Asheville and Hendersonville residents playing everything from basketball to field hockey.

Athletic fencing is essential for protecting fans and fields. Some towns and counties have fields that need to be regularly repurposed, so your fencing will need to be capable of quick conversions. Other fencing must be permanent, strong, and low maintenance. Our sports and athletic field fencing options include:

Baseball: outfield, baseline, and backstop fencing

Softball: outfield, baseline, and backstop fencing

Batting cages: recessed poles, soft toss areas, high visibility, tensioned bottom cables to reduce fall risk from rolling balls or pooled netting, and divider nets available

Football: setups for traditional 11-on-11, 7-on-7, flag football, and peewee events

Soccer: staging available for adult league, youth league, multiple AYSO, or tournaments

Futsal: options similar to soccer, with ball-containment netting and fencing available

Lacrosse: premium fencing, netting, and barriers available

Even if your sport is not on this list, Asheville Fence can help. 

7. Guardrails for Parking Lots and Private Roads

One of the difficult parts of living in western North Carolina is the diverse terrain and elevation. Many commercial properties, private neighborhoods, and apartment complexes require roadways that climb steep mountainsides with frequent switchbacks and creek crossings. That means they are often responsible for installing guardrails on private roads to help divers identify the road’s edge and protecting them from going over the side.

Some commercial parking lots can be marvels of engineering overlooking vast vistas. It is vital property owners protect residents, visitors, and customers from accidents. Asheville Fence has been installing guardrails for commercial property owners throughout western North Carolina for over forty years. We are familiar with the challenges of guardrail installation and would be happy to help you determine your needs and navigate municipal ordinances to protect customers and residents. 

8. Access Control Solutions

We have talked a lot about fencing needs for commercial properties in Asheville and Hendersonville, but it is equally important to discuss how you get in and out of the fenced area. If you want to add an element of elegance in addition to increased security, automatic gate operators are the right choice. Whether you need a cantilever, swinging, double swinging, or sliding gate, Asheville Fence has you covered. 

There are two options regarding power:

1. Electric Automated Gate Systems

These gates require a conduit to run from the gate to an electrical box. They can work with vinyl, iron, chain link, and wood. They are available in a variety of designs and operating solutions. 

2. Solar Automatic Gate Systems

While these gate systems do require a higher upfront cost, they typically have a lower ongoing operating cost, and their environmental impact is lower. You can count on them to work with most fencing materials as well. 

The benefits of automated gates and access control include:

Security: These gates are not able to be picked or broken into bold cutters. 

Safety: Since they are automated, these gates are less likely to cause harm from accidents related to opening and closing. 

Convenience: No one has to open and close these gates, so visitors and employees can go and come without being impeded. 

Knowledge: Automated access codes and card readers help you know who has entered and exited your property. 

Access control is an important part of your commercial fencing. Make sure you consult the experts at Asheville Fence regarding access control solutions. 

Asheville Fence: Commercial Fencing Solutions

Asheville Fence provides quality fencing products and installation services for commercial businesses throughout western North Carolina. We have been serving Asheville and Hendersonville for generations and have the experience and expertise to ensure your fencing project accomplishes your goals. We want to help you keep your employees and customers safe without diminishing your property’s aesthetics. For more information about our fencing solutions or to get a free estimate for your commercial fencing project, contact Asheville Fence today.