About
Ben McInerney
BACKGROUND
Ben boasts more than two decades of expertise as a certified Arborist. He launched his own venture specializing in lawn mowing and garden upkeep at 22, subsequently delving into arboriculture studies. His academic journey culminated in the formation of his Sydney, Australia-based tree pruning and removal business.
Since then ben has founded runs several websites such as www.gotreequotes.com and www.homegardenguides.com. Both are aimed at sharing his knowledge of Arboriculture and DIY home improvements such as lawns, fencing, painting and mold remediation.
Drywall is a popular building material. However, it is not a perfect material. You can’t use it in every area of a home. And so if you are planning on finishing your garage, doing an exhaustive cost-benefit analysis of using drywall is always advisable. Yes, you should drywall your garage. This is because it is […]
In most cases, fence repairs are cheaper than fence replacements. A fence repair may however cost more than a fence replacement under certain conditions. The average fence repair cost is $560. This is a lot cheaper than a fence replacement which costs $2,250 on average. These prices normally vary depending on factors such as fencing […]
Fence height is an essential feature that determines how your fencing project pans out. The standard fence height is dictated by local building codes and varies from state to state. The standard fence height for residential properties ranges between 4 feet and 6 feet. Whereas commercial property fences can be as high as 10 or […]
As Robert Frost so fondly said, “good fences make good neighbors.” Unfortunately, fences are also a major cause of discourse and dispute among said neighbors. Many homeowners assume that they own the left side of their property fence. However, fence ownership is determined by the position of a fence on the property line. Thus, in […]
Wood is still the preferred material for deck railings among most property owners. This is because it offers a unique visual appeal at a very affordable cost. A 10-foot deck railing made of wood will cost you an average of $300 to professionally install. This translates to about $30 per linear foot. This price can […]
Wrought iron is a strong metal alloy that makes attractive deck railings. It costs $50-$120 per linear foot for wrought iron materials. Depending on the size of your project, you will pay $300-$1000 for labor. On average, a wrought iron deck railing installation project costs $2,600. Wrought iron railings are suitable for use both inside […]