Delgard Fencing

There is a story appearing in the Philadelphia Inquirer today about the parent company of Delgard fencing filing for bankruptcy protection.

They actually have a large investor already to get them through this patch. As the story said, "Chief executive officer Stephen Grabell said "it's 'business as usual' for workers and customers during the reorganization." (Company Press Release 3/19/08)

With this news coming on the heals of all the news from Wall Street, I want to open this up for feedback. Are you worried? Last week there was a story (Fence, Deck & Rail Market Recovers Slowly From Double-Digit Decline in 2007) on how things are poised for recovery.

What do you think this year has in store for you and the industry?

Invisible Fencing - turns 35

Invisible Fencing is celebrating their 35th anniversary today. I always looked at Invisible Fencing as a competitor to the fence contractor, but I'll be honest, I never asked.

What do contractors think of these pet containment products. There are pros and cons, personally, as an owner of two dogs I have found many arguments against.

But what do you think as a professional? Competition or an opportunity? There was a homeowner who was working with a fence contractor who actually incorporated the invisible fence into a traditional fence. See post here. Do any of you offer this? Do you find yourself selling against Invisible Fencing? Let us know.