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Paul goes on to say , “ we knew we wanted to develop a fencing solution that would be approved for use by housebuilders , landscapers and architects and Verti-Crete answered the requirements they had .”
“ Available with decorative finishes on both sides of the fencing , Verti- Crete offers savings in time and money and can give a development a complete project look . The ‘ hollow core ’ posts are placed over individual footings with rebar anchors , the wall panels are then inserted , and only when each section is squared and levelled are the posts filled with concrete . This secures the connection between the post and footing and allows for a more levelled , stable fence system .”
When people look to buy a new build house , it ’ s not just the house they look at .
Subconsciously , design and development exclusivity are examined and consciously , the parking , garden , room sizes , local amenities , public areas , housing prices are observed , according to a recent Which report .
Launching Verti-Crete fencing this year , Paul Cartwright , Business Development Director at Elite Precast Concrete knew the product had to serve the needs of housebuilders , as well as homeowners , which is why the concrete fencing product is decorative , cost effective , long lasting and low maintenance .
With boundary , acoustic or security fencing needed for most developments , the easy to install , cost-effective , decorative fencing system serves the purposes of all stakeholders .
If fencing falls into disrepair within 5 years , the housebuilder is usually blamed , Paul says , “ housebuilders can get a bad name for cutting corners during specification , resulting in cheaper developments , which are bad for the environment and may be dangerous .”
“ Cheap materials and poor installation can attract vandalism and reflect on house prices , resulting in replacements and repairs , with materials going to landfill and unhappy homeowners .”
“ Made from precast concrete , the Verti-Crete fence system weathers far better than wood or vinyl fencing and will not dent , corrode or be subject to weathering from the sun , making it perfect for landscaping projects and housing developments ”.
“ Installing secure fencing can prevent damage to the area , increasing property demand and value , reducing homebuyer complaints and development costs and boosting the reputation of the housebuilder .”
For more information on Elite ’ s Verti-Crete fencing and walling system please visit www . eliteprecast . co . uk / concretefencing-products / verti-cretewalling-and-fencing /
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