Cassundra Ross-Gipson, Realtor

04/13/2026

Most people would walk right past this… 👀

But THIS is the kind of detail that tells you you’re in a newer build.

👉 Floor outlet = flexibility
No ugly cords running across the room
Perfect for furniture placement, lamps, or even a home office setup

It’s the little things like this that separate:
✔️ Thoughtful design
✔️ Functional living
✔️ Higher-end builds

A lot of buyers don’t even know to look for this… but I do 😉

If you want me to point out details like this (and the ones that actually matter long-term)…

📩 DM me “NEW BUILD” and I’ll walk you through what to look for before you buy

04/13/2026

You can turn a boring metal fence into a stunning living wall with simple cedar frames that give you instant privacy and a high end designer look.

Old chain link fences are a major eyesore that make even the nicest backyard look like a neglected construction site or a prison yard. They offer absolutely no privacy from your neighbors and do nothing to block the wind or loud street noises. Most homeowners think they have to tear the whole thing out and spend thousands of dollars on a new wooden wall to fix the problem. This empty metal mesh just sits there and provides no food or home for the birds and butterflies in your area.

Framing your existing fence with wood gives you a custom luxury look that makes your property feel much more expensive and private. You get the strength and security of a metal fence but the natural beauty of a mountain retreat. This living screen stays green all year long and provides a thick wall of leaves that hides the neighbors and blocks the sun. You get to keep your current fence posts in the ground which saves you a massive amount of digging and heavy labor.

Start by scrubbing your old metal fence with a wire brush to remove any loose rust or peeling paint. Spray the entire chain link mesh and the metal posts with a flat black outdoor paint designed for metal to make the wire disappear into the shadows. Build a sturdy frame around each section using four by four cedar posts and two by four cedar rails. Secure the new wood posts directly to the existing metal posts using heavy duty galvanized U bolts and metal brackets. Screw a thin cedar cap along the top rail to protect the wood from the rain and give the fence a finished look.

Plant fast growing English ivy or thick Boston ivy at the base of every section so the vines can climb the black metal mesh. Add several Green Mountain boxwoods and striped liriope grass along the bottom to hide the base of the fence and add extra texture. Fill the new garden bed with a thick layer of dark brown hardwood mulch to keep the weeds out and help the soil stay moist.

Use stainless steel screws for all your wood joints so the metal does not rust and leave ugly black streaks on your beautiful cedar boards. Apply a clear water sealer to the cedar every two years to keep the wood from turning a dull grey color under the hot sun. Trim the top of your ivy once a month during the summer to keep the vines from growing over the wood frame and hide the clean lines of your new design.

04/13/2026