Keeping It Beautiful
Keeping It Beautiful We may be biased as locals, but our area is pretty with a little bit of snow (emphasis on a little at this moment!) And to help keep it beautiful, Tahoe installed some pipe, barrier gates near the Carson City Disk Golf Course to keep out unauthorized vehicles. Pictured: Galvanized pipe barrier arm gates in Carson City. One 14′ wide, single swing gate and one set of 25′ wide, double swing gates with ball bearing hinges.
Before Time Is Up
Before Time Is Up At first, it looked like this week would be alright weather wise. But as the week got closer, and as we moved through it, the weather and the forecast became more dire. Thankfully, Tahoe’s crews were able to start and complete a customer’s gate project before time was up. Racing to finish before the bigger storms rolled in. And finishing before the road closures. Tahoe’s installation and shop crews were able to remove a vehicle damaged gate. Build a new gate to match. And reinstall it before another storm arrived and more snow started to pile up. Great job guys! Pictured: Before and after of damaged and replacement tilt-up automated gate at Truckee, California (Nevada and Placer Counties.)
Need Secured Access? We Have A Gate For It.
Need Secured Access? We Have A Gate For It. Whether you need a small, swing gate for a backyard garden, or a much longer, cantilever slide gate for large equipment access, Tahoe has a gate for it. The majority of our gates we make, either in shop or on site. So Tahoe’s gates are made to fit your needs. Pictured: A black, chainlink cantilever slide gate with spine for a 30′ opening (45′ net.) Made, transported, and installed, by Tahoe Fence in Carson City
Big Day
Big Day This weekend there’s the big game on Sunday. And then on Tuesday, you have another big day, Valentine’s. So remember to show the ones you love that you care (nothing says caring like wrapping someone in security with a new fence, if you need any ideas!) It’s as simple as sending a text, calling someone on the phone, or even visiting in person. For that someone special, your simple act could be a big deal. Pictured: Tahoe Fence “Love You” Valentine made from metal scraps and horseshoes. Happy Valentine’s!
Seasonal Security
Seasonal Security It should go without saying that there are some unique challenges to where we live. There’s lots of sun and hot temps in the summer. And the possibility of snow, lots of it, in the winter. Because of this, outside construction can be difficult. Take fencing and gates (Tahoe’s specialties) for example. Fences and gates are created to keep things in or out and provide access. But our area comes with seasonal security. What works in the summer, like an automated driveway gate, may not work in the winter. Solar operators need the solar panels cleared of snow. And panels may need to be adjusted to the angle of the sun to maximize winter daylight. And it should be obvious that gates need their path of travel cleared of snow and ice to open and close correctly. Automated gates are not snowplows. Even though we have all tried to use them to move snow at one time or another. Surely, we were only doing a force-limit switch test of the operator for safety purposes, and not trying to cheat shoveling out the gate! And battery backup power is important. Automated gates won’t move if cleared of snow and ice in a power outage without it. Pictured: Tahoe Fence installed pedestrian gate with access control at Incline Village (Washoe County.) 6′ high, double-sided dogear cedar with 5″ square, high strength steel posts with internal conduits, a screened iron gate with self-closing hinges, and access controls. A Tahoe shout out and thank you to Awaxx Systems, Cruz Construction, Reno Iron Works, Switch Electric, and Western States Iron. Hopefully, the fence line will be cleared adjacent to the walk gate. A snow staircase bypassing the access controls of the pedestrian gate could be another seasonal security issue!
Different Ways to Work and Play in the Snow
Different Ways to Work and Play in the Snow Everyone is different. Some like it hot, while others like it cold. Tahoe’s crews are no different. Before the next storm arrives, we had a crew working at Palisades Tahoe (formerly Squaw Valley.) At first, they weren’t thrilled about the prospect of working in so much snow. But there are different ways to work and play in the snow. Tahoe’s crew soon warmed to the idea of building screened storage cages INSIDE! Pictured: 10-foot high, slatted wire inside storage enclosure at Olympic Valley (Placer County.)
The Sun Is Out
The Sun Is Out Even though we’re running out of space to put snow, more tree limbs have come down than we can count, and we can’t feel our fingers and toes, finally the sun is out. Feeling warmer already. Stay safe and warm out there. And if you need firewood, Tahoe Fence has some up for grabs outside our yard. Take what you need (leave the wire bins.) Please don’t make a mess. Pictured: Tahoe redwood fence on steel posts weathering the snow next to snow laden mature lilac in Carson City.
Snow + Wind = ?
Snow + Wind = ? Snow + wind = winter wire. Chain link fencing where the snow freezes to the material. It’s a similar principle to placing your tongue on a metal pole when it’s freezing out (Don’t try it! Just trust us and reference “A Christmas Story” if you need more information). Snow + wind = fence repairs also. The increased load from the weight of the snow and force of the wind can buckle even the stoutest of builds. If this is a concern for you, please contact us. Tahoe Fence provides free estimates whether you want to reinforce an existing fence or already need to repair one. Pictured: Snow covered Tahoe chain link fence in Minden/Gardnerville (Douglas County.)
Fitting Snowman
Fitting Snowman Even after a day of rain, there’s still snow and more snow. So to enjoy this Winter miracle, Tahoe has recreated our fitting snowman from the comfort of our warm and dry shop. Tahoe’s chain link fitting snowman is built on a post plate. Two large diameter brace bands make the body. A tension band is the head. Gate rod cut-offs finish the hat and arms. And rail-end tabs are the mittens. And it’s all from used, reclaimed, or scrap material. Boss disclaimer: No new material was harmed in the creation of this snowman!
New Year. New Opportunities.
New Year. New Opportunities. This week marks the end of 2022. And already next week is the new year, 2023. A new year means new opportunities. Learning from our mistakes from growing another year wiser. And trying to remember to write 2023 and not 2022! For Tahoe Fence, it will be our 49th year in business. We thank all of our employees, customers, and families for all their help for the success through the years. Even though the weather looks like it will be cold and wet to start the new year, Tahoe is working to get a running start this next year. One project we are working on is with some area schools to close off potential problem areas and increase safety. Our shop is busy fabricating various chain link panels for our crews to fit and install on site. Cheers to a safe and prosperous new year and opportunities! Pictured: Tahoe chain link panels closing off between back of bleachers and guard rail in Dayton (Lyon County.)