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Fencing tips, storm-damage advice, and Colorado Springs homeowner insights from the Big Blu's crew.

Jul 13, 20264 min read

How to Choose a Fence Company in Colorado Springs (2026 Guide)

Not every Colorado Springs fencing company is built the same. Here's exactly what to look for — licensing, HOA experience, materials for Front Range weather, and the red flags that separate a real fence company from a two-week operation.

Jun 1, 20252 min read

Fence Damaged in Colorado's Latest Storm? How to Handle It Like a Pro

If your fence took a beating in the last wind or hail storm, you're not alone. Storm damage along the Front Range has become a normal part of life — here's how to handle it.

May 28, 20252 min read

Choosing the Right Fence to Install in Colorado Springs: What Homeowners Need to Know

Installing a new fence is a big decision. We break down common fencing issues, popular fence types, and the local factors to consider before building a fence in Colorado Springs.

Jul 10, 20265 min read

Cedar vs. Vinyl Fence in Colorado Springs: Which One Actually Lasts?

Cedar or vinyl fencing in Colorado Springs? Real cost per linear foot, lifespan on the Front Range, HOA acceptance, and how each holds up against hail, wind, and UV at altitude.

Jul 8, 20264 min read

How Much Does a Fence Cost in Colorado Springs? (2026 Pricing Guide)

Real 2026 pricing for fence installation in Colorado Springs — cedar, vinyl, steel, split rail — plus what drives labor cost, gate cost, and why quotes vary by $2,000+.

Jul 6, 20264 min read

The Best Fence for Colorado Wind: What Actually Survives 90 mph Gusts

Colorado Springs and the Front Range regularly see 60–90 mph wind gusts. Here's the fence design — post depth, picket spacing, material — that actually stays standing.

Jul 4, 20265 min read

HOA Fence Approval in Colorado Springs: How to Get It Right the First Time

Wolf Ranch, Briargate, Flying Horse, Banning Lewis Ranch — every Colorado Springs HOA has different fence rules. Here's the packet that gets approved and the mistakes that get denied.

Jul 2, 20263 min read

Privacy Fence Height Rules in Colorado Springs (2026)

The City of Colorado Springs allows 6-foot privacy fences in most residential zones — but corner lots, front yards and HOAs change the answer. Here's the current rulebook.

Jun 30, 20263 min read

How Long Does Fence Installation Take in Colorado Springs?

From free quote to final walkthrough — the honest timeline for fence installation in Colorado Springs, including HOA approval, permits, and material lead time.

Jun 28, 20264 min read

Split Rail Fencing on the Colorado Front Range: When It's the Right Call

Split rail is the cheapest fence per linear foot and the right pick for acreage in Falcon, Peyton, Black Forest and Monument. Here's when it works — and when it doesn't.

Jun 25, 20265 min read

Commercial Chain Link Fencing in Colorado Springs: Security, Screening & Codes

For self-storage, industrial yards, HOAs and multi-family properties in Colorado Springs — the commercial chain link spec that meets code, insurance, and property manager expectations.

Aug 4, 20265 min read

Commercial Snow Removal in Colorado Springs: Seasonal vs. Per-Push Contracts

How Colorado Springs property managers should choose between seasonal and per-push snow removal contracts — trigger depths, salting, sidewalk crews, and what actually drives the bid.

Aug 11, 20264 min read

Salting vs. De-Icing a Colorado Springs Parking Lot: What Works Below 15°F

Rock salt stops working when Colorado Springs gets cold. Here's when to use granular salt, sand, liquid de-icer and pre-storm brine on a commercial lot.

Aug 18, 20265 min read

Best Deck Material for Colorado Springs: Cedar vs. Composite vs. Pressure-Treated

At 6,000 feet with intense UV, snow load and freeze-thaw, deck material choice matters more in Colorado Springs than almost anywhere. Here's how cedar, composite and treated lumber actually hold up.

Aug 24, 20264 min read

Building a Deck in Colorado Springs: Permits, Timeline and What to Expect

From first site visit to final inspection — how a custom deck build actually runs in Colorado Springs, Monument, Falcon and Black Forest.

Aug 24, 20264 min read

Commercial Snow Removal in Monument, CO: What I-25 Corridor Properties Need

Monument sits higher and colder than Colorado Springs. Here's how commercial snow plowing, salting and de-icing contracts should be written for I-25 corridor properties.

Aug 24, 20264 min read

Snow Plowing for Falcon and Peyton Commercial Properties

Wind-driven drifting is the real problem east of Colorado Springs. How we plow, stack and de-ice commercial lots in Falcon and Peyton.

Aug 24, 20264 min read

Building Decks in Monument and Black Forest: Snow Load, Trees and HOA Review

Monument and Black Forest decks face heavier snow load, more shade and stricter architectural review than most Colorado Springs builds. Here's what changes.