Groundhog Day Again

The Bill Murray movie has forever changed how we think about today. And if you didn’t already know, it’s Groundhog Day again.

And if you believe in this sort of thing, the groundhog didn’t see its shadow. Spring is coming early, even though we’re expecting another big storm this weekend. Maybe it’s a Spring storm.

Tahoe’s crews are also feeling a little deja vu today. They’re working on another biofuel farm project, similar to this one pictured in Yerington (Lyon County.)

The fence is almost 2,000 linear feet of 7-foot high, all black chain link with 6-strands of barbed wire. And gates. There are lots of big gates. Big enough to truck whatever they want through.

WINDS (When In Nevada Does’t Stop?)

You may have noticed it’s been a bit breezy this January. The winds have felt like they weren’t ever going to stop.

This past weekend NV Energy reported that Northern Nevada had an 18-hour, high-wind event. And the National Weather Service recorded 79 mph winds in the Jacks Valley area. The week before nearly 90 mph winds were recorded in Washoe Valley.

For perspective, the National Hurricane Center classifies a category 1 hurricane as having sustained winds of 74 to 95 mph.

All of us at Tahoe Fence hope everyone impacted by the recent storms are safe and doing alright.

If you need our services for downed fence repair or replacement, rest assured we’re working to get to everyone who has contacted us.

Pictured: Before and after of wind damaged vinyl privacy fence repaired by Tahoe in Silver Springs (Lyon County.)

Gates Don’t Go with Snow

We received a little bit of snow this week. In fact, we’re still digging out. It’s a good reminder that gates don’t go with snow.

Whether your gates are manually operated or automated, they work best and are less trouble if the snow is cleared away. Just like you clear your windows before moving your car, you should do the same with your gates. Clear their path of travel.

If you use your gate as a plow, you could damage the hardware and the gate. If it’s an automated gate, you’ll void any warranties on the operator and could create a dangerous situation using the gate as a plow.

Lubricate moving parts with a water repellent product to help reduce seizing in cold temps. For swing gates that means lubricating hinges and latches. On a slide gate, that could mean lubricating either the gate tracks or gate frame, wheels, and latches.

And if you have an automated gate, make sure operators, accessories, chains, etc. are clear of snow and ice as well.

Pictured: Arched, ornamental drive gates with pad-mounted, swing gate operators in South Lake Tahoe (El Dorado County.)

First Snow

Winter may bring cold temperatures and darker days, but it also brings nights spent by the fire, seasonal activities, and nothing more magical than the year’s first snow.

We can prepare for the weather by wearing warm layers and keeping vehicles prepped for the elements. This is exactly what Tahoe’s crews are doing while working outside.

Tahoe Fence hopes everyone is staying safe and ready for the year’s first snowstorms.

Pictured: Black, steel-frame gates with 1×8 redwood boards. Boards are double-faced and overlapping while inset into the frames at Kings Beach (Placer County.)

A Golden Year

Tahoe Fence wishes everyone a golden New Year with joy, peace, and cheer.

As for us, 2024 is our golden year marking fifty years in business. Tahoe Fence was founded in 1974 and was incorporated in both California and Nevada in 1975.

With this exciting milestone, we are grateful for all the support and trust put into Tahoe Fence from our customers, staff, and community. Thank you to everyone who has been a part of our journey. We couldn’t be more excited to celebrate Tahoe Fence’s 50th anniversary with you.

Here’s to another year of excellence, growth, and happiness.

Pictured: Ornamental iron fence following the rolling landscape in Washoe Valley with gates racked for the sloped terrain and a custom enclosure fit to part of the structure (Washoe County.)

Merry Christmas

From all of us at Tahoe Fence, Merry Christmas.

Wishing you our warmest regards and all the best this winter and holiday season.

Pictured: Tahoe’s gray-slatted privacy fence with a candy-cane Christmas wreath in Carson City.

Good To Your Neighbors

It’s that festive time of year when people get into the spirit of the holidays and seem to be more neighborly to one another.

When strangers act like neighbors that get along with each other.

Or maybe it’s just our coffee and peppermint bark creamer talking.

Pictured: Good-neighbor style wood fence (alternating panels) in Tahoe with 1st snow on ground.

It’s Cold Outside

While our afternoons have been relatively bright and tolerable, it’s cold outside in the morning.

Ever so evident this am with slippery walks, driveways, and roads.

Nothing like working inside when it’s cold outside!

Pictured: Inside chain link security enclosure with gates at Verdi warehouse (Washoe County.)