{"id":12223,"date":"2026-03-22T06:45:23","date_gmt":"2026-03-22T06:45:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thepatswalk.com\/?p=12223"},"modified":"2026-03-22T06:45:23","modified_gmt":"2026-03-22T06:45:23","slug":"always-point-your-fences-best-face-toward-the-neighbor-heres-the-reason-why","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thepatswalk.com\/?p=12223","title":{"rendered":"Always Point Your Fence\u2019s Best Face Toward the Neighbor! Here\u2019s the Reason Why!"},"content":{"rendered":"<p data-start=\"139\" data-end=\"222\"><strong data-start=\"139\" data-end=\"222\">Why Your Fence Should Face the \u201cRight Way\u201d \u2014 Most Homeowners Don\u2019t Know This\u00a0<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/17.0.2\/svg\/1f3e1.svg\" alt=\"\ud83c\udfe1\" \/><\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"224\" data-end=\"475\">Building a fence isn\u2019t just about privacy or marking property lines. There\u2019s an important rule many homeowners overlook: the\u00a0<strong data-start=\"349\" data-end=\"431\">finished, attractive side of the fence should face your neighbor or the street<\/strong>, while the support posts stay on your side.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"477\" data-end=\"790\">This simple choice does more than look nice. It helps maintain good neighbor relationships, follows local building regulations, and can even protect your property value. Many municipalities and homeowners\u2019 associations require this \u201cgood neighbor fence\u201d rule \u2014 and ignoring it can lead to fines or costly repairs.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"792\" data-end=\"1009\">A fence is one of the first things people notice about a home. Showing the polished side outward creates better curb appeal and signals care and professionalism, which can make a difference when selling your property.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1011\" data-end=\"1231\">Before installing a fence:<br \/>\n<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/17.0.2\/svg\/2705.svg\" alt=\"\u2705\" \/>\u00a0Check local rules and HOA guidelines<br data-start=\"1076\" data-end=\"1079\" \/><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/17.0.2\/svg\/2705.svg\" alt=\"\u2705\" \/>\u00a0Talk with your neighbor beforehand<br data-start=\"1115\" data-end=\"1118\" \/><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/17.0.2\/svg\/2705.svg\" alt=\"\u2705\" \/>\u00a0Consider double-sided fencing for a win-win solution<br data-start=\"1172\" data-end=\"1175\" \/><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/17.0.2\/svg\/2705.svg\" alt=\"\u2705\" \/>\u00a0Maintain your fence regularly to keep it looking great<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1233\" data-end=\"1343\">A well-placed fence doesn\u2019t just divide spaces \u2014 it builds respect, harmony, and long-term value for everyone.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<div class=\"mh-excerpt\"><p>Why Your Fence Should Face the \u201cRight Way\u201d \u2014 Most Homeowners Don\u2019t Know This\u00a0 Building a fence isn\u2019t just about privacy or marking property lines. <a class=\"mh-excerpt-more\" href=\"https:\/\/thepatswalk.com\/?p=12223\" title=\"Always Point Your Fence\u2019s Best Face Toward the Neighbor! 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