How to Find the Top 10 Fence Companies in Fargo | American Security and Gate Company of Fargo
Are you ready to install a fence around your home or business in Fargo, North Dakota? Whether you need a surrounding barrier for security purposes or anted curb appeal—or some other reason entirely—it is of the utmost importance that you hire a qualified local fence contractor. If you go on the internet and just search “fence companies,” you’re bound to see several pages of results. Which company will be able to handle your project best? American Security and Gate Company of Fargo is the city and state’s top contractor and also stockpiles one of the Midwest’s most bountiful fence material inventories. As such, we know what defines a reputable fence company and have compiled this list to help narrow your search.
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- Google “Fence Companies in Fargo”
- What are the selling points for each company?
- What is each company’s safety policy?
- What have other customers said?
- Visit your local fence companies?
- Make the first phone call
1. Google “Fence Companies in Fargo”
When you Google local fence contractors, make your search more specific according to city. If you are located in Fargo or one of the surrounding communities—Barnesville, Casselton, Harwood, Argusville, etc.—search for “fence companies in Fargo.” Focus on the ten or so websites that appear on the first results page.
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2. What are the Selling Points for Each Company?
Any self-respecting fence company will include an “About Us” page on their website. Look for information that addresses the following:
- How long have they been in business? The longer a fence company has operated in a particular area, the greater quantity—and diversity—of projects they’ve likely served. Generally speaking, we recommend hiring contractors with 10+ years’ experience. In the case of American Security and Gate Company, our parent company has operated across the Midwest for more than 55 years. In our time, we’ve serviced thousands of jobs regarding fence design, fabrication, and installation. That’s in addition to jobs related to gates, automated gates, architectural screening, and specialty items (which range from gazebos to pergolas to custom mailboxes).
- Does the fence company train their staff? While some contractors simply hire installers and teach them on the job, the best companies host internal training programs to ready their crew to become true industry professionals. For example: American Security and Gate Company requires new employees to undergo thorough training programs, teaching them the ins and outs of installing fences and gates. Additional training covers aspects such as welding.
- Does the company handle follow-up services such as repairs and maintenance? Reputable fence contractors only construct barriers that are designed to last. However, the ravages of time—not to mention the impact of the elements (rain, hail, etc.)—means the occasional mending job might be necessary. So, when browsing the websites of the contractors that turn up in your Google search, see if they mention anything about follow-up fence repair and maintenance.
Since American Security and Gate Company acts as a one-stop-shop for everything fence-related, repairs are naturally among the services we specialize in.
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3. What is Each Company’s Safety Policy?
While accidents are possible when construction equipment’s involved, the best fence companies in Fargo take precautions to limit the number and severity of incidents. American Security and Gate Company is so dedicated to safety that we sponsor mandatory safety training programs, requiring personnel to learn about fire prevention, hazards, and the best safety practices for motor vehicle operation. Our insistence on job site safety has earned us a better-than-average Experience Modification Rate of 0.73.
4. What Have Other Customers Said?
Having looked through the websites of the 10 contractors on that first Google results page, pick out the handful you like best and check their respective Google reviews. Read the mixed/negative reviews as well as the positive ones: see what issues occurred on the job and how the company went about resolving them. Sometimes fence contractors will post an apologetic response to negative reviews.
Former employees will occasionally post reviews, as well, talking about their experiences working for the company. Reading those can give you an idea of the work culture: companies that treat their employees well tend to be the most productive and accomplished.
5. Visit Your Local Fence Companies
Once you’ve narrowed your list down to one—or even a few—fence companies in Fargo, pay a visit to each of their facilities. Is someone there to greet you at the front desk? Is their office neat and well-maintained? Do you see plenty of fence materials in their yard? How a fence company presents themselves to customers says a lot about their professionalism.
6. Make the First Phone Call
So, you’ve selected a particular fence company in Fargo that you like? It’s time to pick up the phone and make that first call. If you hadn’t done so already during your facility visit, ask about scheduling time for a representative to visit your property and make an estimate. If no one is around to take your call, leave a message. Whether they call you back in a timely manner tells you how much they respect your business.
One piece of parting advice: never hire any Fargo fence company that offers estimates without first sending someone to look over the job site.