Many types of people choose to live in apartments over houses. However, they're just as concerned about their homes as anyone else. If you're a property owner or investor with apartment complexes, consider erecting ornamental iron fencing around your properties.



Iron Fencing Conveys a Sense of Exclusivity



Ornamental iron is the modern-day version of classic wrought iron. It's now manufactured in a factory rather than wrought by hand, so ornamental iron is much more affordable than the original. Nonetheless, ornamental iron is still a premium material. It exactly resembles wrought iron, so it conveys the same sense of exclusivity.



Wrought iron was once the fencing material of the aristocracy only. It originated as grates and fencing toppers for fortresses and castles. In the Victorian Era, landowners displayed their wealth with the ornateness of their wrought iron fences. Even if you choose a relatively simple ornamental iron fence, your property's value will increase - which attracts a higher caliber of renters.



Iron Fences Make a Property Secure



Though ornamental iron is manufactured in a factory, it shares another quality with its wrought iron predecessor - durability. Ornamental iron fences are exceptionally strong. They don't bend or break very easily. What's more, you can choose pickets that are close together and topped with spearhead finials, which provides a strong deterrent to would-be intruders.



Obviously, you must have a gate for your iron fence. Typically, commercial properties institute a gated entry system. People must have a fob, card, or code to enter the property. Therefore, you can restrict the people who can access the property. This restriction makes the property more secure, which will make your renters feel safe.



A Gated Community Provides Privacy



Another major benefit of the gated entry system for an apartment complex is that solicitors can't access your tenants. If they can't get onto the property, they certainly can't try to sell their wares. Even just random drivers trying to find a shortcut will be cut off from the grounds. Therefore, your tenants will be happier with their private, quiet apartment community.



Ornamental Iron is Attractive



Yet another quality ornamental iron shares with wrought iron is its design. While you can choose a modest fence with straight pickets and simple finials, you can add as much ornamentation as you'd like. While most gated communities don't have as elaborate fencing as private residences, you can still add some attractive elements to make the fence line unique.



Even if you don't choose a highly ornamental fence, it will still create an attractive profile. Indeed, a simple iron fence provides a sleek, modern profile that actually complements any style of apartment building. What's more, it makes an attractive foil for any nearby landscaping. Therefore, iron fencing increases curb appeal, which increases your property's value.



Ornamental Iron is Easy to Care For



Most large apartment communities employ a caretaker or even a whole staff. Such staff can get expensive, but such expenses are the price you pay for maintaining an attractive and exclusive property. Fortunately, not only will an ornamental iron fence prevent intruders from creating problems on your property, but also the fence itself is easy to maintain and will save you money.



Ornamental iron fencing is actually made of steel that is machine-formed into the desired shapes. They're then welded together into prefabricated panels. Since the fabrication makes the fence so durable, it requires little vigilance to ensure its integrity is intact. You can also ask for a galvanized coating to prevent rust.



Protect your property and attract great tenants by having an ornamental iron fence installed. Contact Duke Fence Co., Inc. for any fencing project.