Dear James: I need to fence my backyard for my children and dogs with a chain-link fence. Is this difficult to install myself, and what materials would I need to buy?—Cherri W.
Dear Cherri: Chain-link is one of the most affordable fencing options that is child- and pet-safe, plus it provides added security from prowlers and thieves. If you like to garden, the open weave functions nicely as a trellis for vining and climbing plants.