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At American Precast, we have both precast fences and precast walls. That statement might have you wondering: what’s the difference? Isn’t a barrier just a barrier, regardless of the name? Well, not quite. There are some key differences. The biggest difference is the width. Precast concrete walls are thicker than precast fences. This makes them...Read More

Good fencing will go a long way in creating a good neighborly relationship. You want something that will serve you both and tick all the right boxes. Installing a precast concrete shared wall is the way to go. Here’s why. No. 1: It will make your property feel more private. Even if you like your...Read More

The use of wood fencing started when trees were plentiful and other options – like concrete or metal – weren’t available to us. Now, the price of lumber has skyrocketed, and wood isn’t looking so great anymore. Is wood still the best option for fencing, or are there better options out there? Is it Sustainable?...Read More

There are many options when it comes to fencing, and it can all get a bit confusing. To help you understand your options, let’s go over the differences between a precast concrete fence and another popular option: composite and vinyl fencing. What is Vinyl and Composite Fencing? Composite fencing is made of a combination of...Read More

Our homes should be private oases that we can use to retreat from the world. In a perfect world, we would live in neighborhoods with generous spacing in between houses. In reality, most of us have neighbors that can sometimes feel too close for comfort—interested in some easy ways to increase the privacy of your...Read More

Everywhere you look, neighborhoods and the HOAs that run them are turning to precast concrete for their fencing needs. Why do HOAs favor precast concrete? Let’s go over some of the main reasons. No. 1: No Extra or Unnecessary Work HOA’s have a lot to deal with – from resolving conflicts between neighbors to making...Read More

Your fencing matters. Whether you are looking for a modern, rustic, or industrial look, you need the proper fencing to complete the space. You want it to be beautiful – whatever that means to you. Here are some details about the beauty of our collection of precast concrete fences to help you choose the right...Read More

American Precast Concrete Inc. now has a newsletter for all of our customers, contractors, developers, architects, and more to stay up to date with new products, news, and projects! American Precast has been putting out top-quality precast concrete products since 1985. We have recently been adding new products and sharing our latest products with our...Read More

Precast concrete is incredibly versatile. Just in case your vision of concrete is limited to sidewalks, let’s go over some of the most common uses for precast concrete.  Parking structures When planning a parking structure, durability, economy, and ease of installation will be on your mind – enter precast concrete. From the columns to the...Read More

Dogs can be man’s best friend, but dogs can also be a neighbor’s worst nightmare. Dogs that dig can be frustrating, especially if you have children, animals of your own, or even a garden. So how do you prevent your neighbor’s dog from digging under your fence? The answer is simple; precast concrete. Now I...Read More