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The Pastoria Project Sunnyvale Apartments in Sunnyvale, California, is an apartment building that was looking to add a wall to their property. They needed a retaining wall that could double as a privacy wall. We helped them select the perfect precast concrete style that met all of their needs – form, and function. Why Precast...Read More

Once you decide to replace your old fence with a new precast concrete fence, you might find yourself staring at the old fence, wondering what to do with it. You could call a professional. Say you want to save a little money and do it yourself. Here’s how to do it.  Remove the Paneling First,...Read More

At American Precast, we challenge ourselves to reach new heights. On this particular project, we took that challenge literally. In the newly developed area called Alves Ranch, we were commissioned to build a concrete wall around a new development – a 17 ft high wall. One of the tallest walls we have built thus far....Read More

Sierra Sunrise Senior Apartments in Carmichael, California, is a community providing living units and shared space for those over 55 years of age. The property has a vibrant vegetable and rose garden, a horseshoe pit, and putting green. Because of the beauty of their property, they contacted us at American Precast so they could ensure...Read More

If the fencing around your home or business is old and outdated, you may be wondering when and how often should it be replaced or restored? The answer isn’t a clear-cut number. We can give you a range, but it’s better to know the signs that it’s time to replace or restore. When to Replace...Read More

We get asked all the time what it’s like to work with us. To help answer that question, we sat down with one of our Project Managers. They helped answer our questions about the process American Precast takes to create your ideal precast concrete fence. Question: What are the first steps in planning a construction...Read More

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