December Days & Snowy Ways: Winter Wisdom from AKA The Fence Company

When December rolls in, the lights go up, the cocoa comes out, and your fence… well, it also enters its busy season. Winter is the true test of strength, stability, and how well your fence can handle a frosty attitude.

Here’s a fun look at winter fence life—and a few tips to keep yours standing strong through sleet, snow, and everything in between.

Your Fence vs. Snowdrifts: The Annual Face-Off

Snow looks beautiful as it piles up, but your fence might not agree. When drifts get too high, the weight and moisture can cause sagging or warping.

Pro Tip: Give your fence some breathing room. Clearing heavy snow from the base lets it do what it does best: stand tall and look good doing it.

Frost Heave: The Sneaky Ground Shuffle

December is when the freeze–thaw dance begins. As the ground expands and contracts, posts can shift like they’re trying to escape.

The Fix: Solid installation and proper footings—something we happen to know a thing or two about.

Winter Wear & Tear Check-In

Cold weather has a way of revealing weak spots. A loose board here, a wobbly post there—it’s the season of fence honesty.

Easy Win: A quick winter inspection can save you spring headaches. The earlier you catch issues, the easier (and cheaper) they are to fix.

Lights on the Fence? Go for It.

Your fence loves feeling festive too. Just make sure the lights aren’t too heavy and avoid nails or staples that could damage the material.
LED clips = cheer without the wear.

Salt: Great on Fries, Not on Fences

If your fence sits near walkways or driveways, watch out for salt. It can corrode metal and stain wood.
Sand or pet-safe ice melt are friendlier options—your fence will appreciate it.

Thinking Ahead to Spring

December is actually a smart time to plan fence projects—designs, materials, styles, repairs. Once warmer weather hits, you’re already ahead of the line. Cozy inside now, confident outside later.

Final Thought…

Winter may be cold, but that doesn’t mean your fence has to suffer through the season alone. With a little care and a team like AKA The Fence Company ready to help, you’ll glide right through December with a fence that’s strong, steady, and winter-ready.