FAQ

No setting chain link posts in cement is not a necessity nor is it particularly the best option in the harsh Winnipeg climate. Total Yard Works sets chain link posts by driving them into the ground at a minimum predetermined depth to ensure the integrity of the build

Yes our chain link fencing options are our most affordable offering a significant savings over our wooden fence and ornamental fence build design options. Total Yard Works works hard to offer our Winnipeg customers the most cost effective options and prices within all of our departments.

Coatings and colorations add a slight premium to the standard silver galvanized fence builds. Typically the cost of a vinyl color coated or black chain link fence in Winnipeg is priced around $16 to $29 a foot.

While a variety of factors, addons and options play into the calculation of chain link fence price in Winnipeg, MB… Typically Total Yard Works chain link fencing construction will cost the customer in the range of $16 to $27 a foot.

The short answer is that while not necessary to use the larger terminal end post options, doing so will help overall build integrity and durability helping to prevent future maintenance costs and making sure your fencing stands the test of time and Winnipeg winters more effectively.

Total Yard Works offers cost effective solutions for customers looking for a semi or full privacy chain link fence build. We offer elite diamond privacy weave and slat inserts in various heights, colors and coverages.

In Winnipeg chain link fence construction, the word terminal or term post is referring to posts at the end of a line or upon which a gate / door is attached. They are typically larger than the in between ‘line posts’ to provide better build integrity and stability.

Typically we auger down 3-4 feet and will set the post in 3/4 down using water. This is then packed using forms of tools and equipment

Total Yard Works designs and builds your gates and doors at request. Typically we offer the following common options. Single man gates, oversized single swing gates, slide and rollout gates, and double swing gates. Call us today to discuss and wooden fence gate options or customizations you are looking for.

Total Yard Works designs and builds your gates and doors at request. Typically we offer the following common options. Single man gates, oversized single swing gates, slide and rollout gates, and double swing gates. Call us today to discuss and wooden fence gate options or customizations you are looking for.

Wooden Decks will always need a little extra love and care we recommend treating your wooden deck 3-5 years after installation. However a composite deck should last 10+ years

A deck installation in Winnipeg will go much smoother and quicker, saving your project time and expense by applying for an accurate land survey in advance to project / construction start date

In Winnipeg customers are required to have the correct permission and a permit if you plan on building a deck on your residential property that is 2 or more feet off the ground.

Regular cleaning is as easy as warm, soapy water and a soft bristled brush. For a more thorough cleaning, a jet wash vs a pressure washer is best as it uses heat, with a maximum of 3100 PSI being recommended. Please note, when cleaning do not use corrosive agents such as bleach on composite decking. .

A wood deck is made out of lumber where a composite deck is built with lumber, then its is waterproofed and finally the composite boarding is installed.

While you don’t require a permit to install certain pergolas / gazebos / pavillions and related structures in Winnipeg, if we are drilling into the ground as part of the construction process it is required to apply for underground line locates. Total Yard Works can apply for these ground locates for you through the click before you dig system setup by the province.

Yes Total Yard Works does off installation and assembly of Winnipeg gazebos, pergolas, pavilions and similar structures bought in pre-assembled kits from stores like Costco, Home Depot, Walmart, Rona, Ikea, online stores, etc. Sending us the information or link to the kit in question can help save time and expense by allowing us to prepare for the job ahead.

For lumber designs we recommend regular maintenance and apply a treatment to the construction material. Doing so will help protect the material from rotting or wearing prematurely due to enviromental consitions. For metal gazebos we recommend regularly cleaning the material with mildly soapy or plain water to prevent premature wear and tear.