MEET THE OWNER
Sean Weed is the Founder and Operator of Great Basin Fence and Gate as well as Precision Metal Worx in Carson City, Nevada. After graduating from Atwater High School, Sean joined the United States Coast Guard, where he served for over 20 years. During his time in the military as a Damage Controlman, he was responsible for watertight integrity of Cutters, emergency equipment associated with firefighting and flooding, plumbing repairs, welding fabrication and repairs, chemical, biological and nuclear-warfare detection, and decontamination.
In 2012, Sean moved his family to Nevada and they quickly fell in love with the area. You can find him at the shop, spending time with family, or enjoying the outdoors on his motorcycle or snowmobile.
CUSTOM FENCING SOLUTIONS
In recent years, fencing has evolved significantly, providing you with various options for the durability and functionality of your fence or gate. Great Basin Fence and Gate provides a range of fence post types to its, depending on their requirements and budget. When choosing between steel tube posts, Post Master posts, and pressure-treated 4x4 posts, it's crucial to consider the advantages and disadvantages of each type.
STEEL TUBE FENCE POSTS
PROS:
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Steel Tube fence posts are stronger than wood or Post Master posts.
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Will last longer than wood posts.
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Allows for a wide range of cosmetic customizations without sacrificing functionality.
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Steel Tube posts are available in several colors of powder-coat.
CONS:
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Initial investment costs are higher for Steel Tube posts. (approx. 7x that of Postmaster or wood posts)
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Longer project timeline as Steel Tube posts go through the powder-coat process.
POST MASTER FENCE POSTS
PROS:
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Post Master fence posts will last longer than wood posts.
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Possibly more readily available through local vendors.
Cons:
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Initial investment costs are approximately 2x the cost of pressure-treated wood posts.
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Designed to be hidden with no cosmetic elements or customization.
PRESSURE TREATED WOOD FENCE POSTS
PROS:
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Pressure-treated wood fence posts are an economical way to build or rebuild fencing.
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Readily available for short time frames.
CONS:
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Prone to breakage over time requiring replacement.
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Not completely impervious to rot.