FAQs

ALUMINUM FAQ'S

What colors are available?
Why is aluminum fence a better solution than wrought iron fence?
How do aluminum products compare to stainless steel products?
Do you manufacture fences that are safe for pool fence?
Do you make fence suitable to be used as a puppy fence?
What kind of gates are offered?
Can gates be custom designed?
Are gates welded?
What kind of warranty do you offer with aluminum products?
Can aluminum fence be installed on hills or severely graded properties?
Can aluminum fences and railings be installed in a round or curved configuration?
Can aluminum fence be used as railing?
How does your powder coating compare to others?

What colors are available?
Digger Specialties, Inc. can create any custom color imaginable for your project. Standard colors are shown below. All standard colors are Verified AAMA 2604 Compliant with the option to upgrade to a Verified AAMA 2605 Compliant powder coating finish.

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Colors shown are a close representation of the true color. Please consult actual samples for accurate powder coating colors.

              

              

         

Why is aluminum fence a better fence solution than wrought iron fence?
CourtYard Aluminum Fence and Regis Aluminum Fence offer the ornamental look of wrought iron fences without the hassle and maintenance. Soil, water, and lawn chemicals can be harsh on wrought iron fencing. Due to its chemical composition to resist corrosion, aluminum stands up to these tough elements. All DSI aluminum products offer a lifetime limited warranty against defects in workmanship and materials and that, in the course of normal and proper use, DSI aluminum products will not crack, peel, blister, flake, rust, nor be subject to abnormal weathering per AAMA 2604 Specifications.

How do aluminum products compare to steel products?
Aluminum will not lose strength over time where steel rusts over time and loses strength.

Do you manufacture fences that are safe for pool fence?
CourtYard Aluminum Fence and Regis Aluminum Fence are ideal for pools with several pool fence styles. Always check local pool fence codes, building codes, property lines, and underground utilities before installation.

Do you make fence suitable to be used for puppy fence?
Yes. You can add the short picket option to the bottom of fences to create a puppy fence.

What kind of gates are offered?
CourtYard Aluminum Fence and Regis Aluminum Fence offer a variety of walk and entry gates. From standard arches to convex styles to designer arches, there is a variety of gate options for you to select from.

Can gates be custom designed?
Yes. You provide the concept, DSI provides the expertise to build your custom designed gates. With choices of decorative scrolls and engravings, ornate finials, and contoured rails to heavy-duty gate hardware and structural posts, we can turn your dream into a reality. We accomplish this through our automated approval process making a more accurate and timely delivery.

Are gates welded?
Yes. CourtYard Aluminum Fence gates and Regis Aluminum Fence gates are welded at all connections for strength and durability.

What kind of warranty do you offer with aluminum products?
All DSI aluminum products offer a lifetime limited warranty against defects in workmanship and materials and that, in the course of normal and proper use, DSI aluminum products will not crack, peel, blister, flake, rust, nor be subject to abnormal weathering per AAMA 2604 Specifications.

Can aluminum fences be installed on hills or severly graded properties?
Most standard CourtYard Aluminum Fence and Regis Aluminum Fence sections do allow for racking. If a greater slope than the standard section will allow is needed, sections can be ordered with the double punch option to allow extra racking. Note: Arched Picket Fences do not rack.

Can aluminum fences and railings be installed in a round or curved configuration?
Yes. Fence sections can be angled slightly to adjust at each post to create a rounded effect. For tighter curves, using narrower sections or standard sections cut down, add another post between these narrower sections. For a custom look, optional radius sections can be created to contour to a specific curve or configuration.

Can aluminum fence be used as railing?
DSI does not recommend or condone using it's CourtYard Aluminum Fence or Regis Aluminum Fence systems as railing. DSI does not assume liability for improper, unintended, or illegal use of products.

How does your powder coating compare to others?
View our Powder Coating FAQ's for answers to this your other powder coating questions.