Farmington Hidden Dog Fence Services
Pet Containment Services is a dog fence company that offers dog containment system solutions to help dog owners in Farmington design containment solutions for their local homes. Yards in Farmington are not all created equal. Several homes are on established tree lined lots. Others may have side yards so small that a fence is not a good idea, narrow side yards, gardens, patios, driveways, or yard layouts that make a visible fence impractical.
That’s why an underground dog fence should not be considered as a standard package. The ideal system will be based on the layout of the land, the temperament of your dog, the areas your family uses most and the areas where additional containment is important. That can be anything from clearing some of the backyard to fencing off a big area, or a dog that doesn’t have to venture onto the road or a fence to keep the landscaping safe.
We want your dog to know that the safe zone is the yard, and we want you to have a tool to help him/her enjoy the yard more without fear.
Underground Dog Fence Installation in Farmington, MI
Provide for your dog some space to enjoy the yard without using a traditional above-ground fence. Pet Containment Services offers homeowners in Farmington, MI and adjacent areas in Oakland County professional services including underground dog fence installation, hidden dog fence repair, pet fence wire break repair and dog fence training services.
Whatever your property’s location is, near Downtown Farmington, Shiawassee Park, Heritage Park, Grand River Avenue, Farmington Road, or a quiet residential neighborhood near the Farmington Hills border, we can create a containment system around your yard, your dog, and how you use your outdoor space.
An underground dog fence provides your pet with an easy-to-understand boundary but doesn’t create a cluttered or closed yard. No large wood fence. No fencing to separate the yard. No one-size-fits-all solution that doesn’t account for the layout of your home. A simple, designed-for-you-and-your-dog pet containment solution.
Underground Dog Fence Installation in Farmington
We can install the complete underground dog fence system to Farmington homeowners. These are: Planning the boundary route, installing the underground wire, setting up the transmitter, fitting the receiver collar, placing training flags and demonstrating how to start introducing your dog to the system.
Many people in Farmington choose to go with a professionally installed hidden fence for reliable dog containment without affecting the appearance of their home. It can be particularly helpful for homeowners who desire a tidy yard, desire a specific boundary, or have a lot of shape that would make a standard fence cumbersome or costly.
Our dog fence installation service underground includes:
Custom boundary planning
Underground wire placement
Transmitter installation
Receiver collar setup
Boundary flag placement
How to begin dog training
Full system test prior to completion
Post-installation training recommendations
No cookie cutter layouts are installed. Each system is designed with the specific property, dog, and yard functions in mind.
Invisible Fence Repair in Farmington, MI
When your underground pet fence stops working, call us! Pet Containment Services provides repair and maintenance for the most popular brands of pet containment fences such as Invisible Fence, Pet Stop, PetSafe, Innotek, Dog Guard and other underground pet containment systems throughout Farmington and surrounding Oakland County.
When a dog fence fails, many homeowners go so far as to assume that they need to replace the system. In fact, it could be a break in the wire, a failing collar battery, a damaged transmitter, a signal problem or a worn-out piece that just requires service or adjustment. We test the system, determine the problem and suggest the most logical repair solution.
Repair may be needed if:
- Your transmitter emits beeps
- The receiver collar doesn’t come up
- Your dog is crossing the boundary
- One area of the yard is signal free
- The system appears to be weaker than usual
- Landscaping or digging may have damaged the wire
- You’ve installed an older pet fence in your home
- Not sure if the fence is still functional
Need invisible fence repair in Farmington? Call 248-653-8873 to schedule service.
Pet Fence Wire Break Repair in Farmington
Single wire breaks will render an underground dog fence useless. Wire damage may occur due to landscaping, lawn aeration, edging, irrigation installation projects, driveway projects, utility digging, garden projects, or normal soil movement over time, in Farmington.
Wire Break Repair is a service that is designed to find the damaged segment of the wire, re-establish the connection, and then test the boundary after repair. Wire break is one of the most common causes for a hidden pet fence to start beeping or to stop working.
Common signs of a wire break include:
- The transmitter light is changed or turned off
- The boundary is no longer activated by the collar
- Your dog has begun to venture out of the allowed space
- Some parts of the fence are working and some are not
- New lawn, irrigation or driveway activity has occurred recently
Before we leave, we locate the problem, repair the broken line and verify that the entire fence perimeter is working properly.
Dog Fence Training for Farmington Pets
No underground dog fence works if your dog doesn’t know how the dog fence system operates. No training can be a choice. If not, a dog can walk past the line, get confused, or continually test the line.
We take a gradual introduction approach with training flags, tone cues, collar setting, repetitions, and guided and calm handling. Training support is tailored to the size, confidence level, temperament, energy and behaviour of the individual dog around distractions.
We help with puppies, rescue, dogs that need lots of activity, dogs that might chase wildlife or movement such as Labradors, German Shepherds, Goldendoodles, Standard Poodles, Vizslas, Weimaraners, and other active family dogs.
Hidden fences are not just fences that are buried in the floor. They are systems that are based on training. One of the quickest ways to decrease fence effectiveness is to skip that step.
Reinstallation and Boundary Changes
Relocating to a Farmington home that has a ground set fence already in place, or are you thinking about renovating your yard? Pet Containment Services will assist with reinstallation, repairs and adjustments to boundaries.
Reconfiguration might be required during installation of a patio, pool, outdoor living space, garden, driveway expansion, or new landscaping. It can also be helpful as an aid during installation in a home that has a fence no longer suitable for the use of the property.
Instead of redoing work, we evaluate the existing system and try to reuse or repair it, or expand or reroute it to better meet the current needs.
Why Farmington Homeowners Choose an Underground Dog Fence
Underground dog fencing is a great option for many Farmington homes, as it offers pet containment without altering the appearance of the home or yard. Driveways, landscaping beds, side yards, mature trees, patio areas and irregular house lines can be surrounded by a hidden fence.
Many homeowners also find that an underground fence is more flexible than a fence that is visible. It is perfect for containment, for multiple dogs in the home, for side lot applications, and for the front yard. It is also convenient if any home owner desires to have a clear visual scenery and does not wish to put up a large perimeter fence.
Existing fencing elements are also evaluated to determine if they can be serviced, extended or repurposed or if this is not necessary before making a recommendation for the unnecessary replacement of the fence.
A Local Alternative to National Pet Fence Brands
Pet Containment Services is a family business based in Fenton, providing services for Farmington, Farmington Hills, and surrounding Farmington communities throughout Oakland County and Southeast Michigan.
National pet fence companies might have higher costs associated with franchise pricing, branded packages, and additional overhead. We specialize in providing dog containment services to clients while avoiding unnecessary expenses.
Homeowners choose us for:
- Free consultations
- Installing a fence underground for dogs
- Training assistance for dog fencing
- Wire break repair
- Support of a lot of popular pet fence brands
- Relocation and Boundary changes support
Safely confining your dog doesn’t have to be the most expensive brand of national language. You must have the correct layout, reliable equipment, and training and have a company that will know about Michigan properties.
Get a Free Quote for Underground Dog Fence Service in Farmington
Pet Containment Services can install an underground dog fence for you, repair an existing hidden fence, troubleshoot wire break issues, or re-configure a boundary.
We take the time to understand your property, your dog, your existing system if applicable and what you want the fence to achieve before giving you a recommendation.
Call 248-653-8873 today or request your free quote for underground dog fence installation and repair in Farmington, MI.
Common Questions About Underground Dog Fence In Farmington, MI
How much does an underground dog fence cost in Farmington, MI?
Prices vary according to size of the premises, complexity of the boundary, number of dogs, equipment needed, and whether you need to install, repair, or modify a boundary. Final costs may vary depending on yard size, odd yard layouts, zones, and yard repairs. The only sure way to obtain pricing will be to obtain a free consultation.
Do you install underground dog fences in Farmington?
Yes. Pet Containment Services provides homeowners with underground dog containment in Farmington and surrounding communities in Oakland County. Installation involves placing the boundary wire, setting up the transmitters, installing the collars, training flags, system testing, and providing instructions on how to introduce your dog to the fence.
Do you repair Invisible Fence systems in Farmington?
Yes. Many of the most popular hidden pet fence systems such as invisible fence brand systems, Pet Stop, PetSafe, Innotek, Dog Guard and others use an underground fence that we are able to repair and service. If your transmitter is beeping, the collar is not working or your dog is getting out of the yard we can identify the problem.
What causes underground dog fence wire breaks in Farmington?
Common reasons include landscaping, aerating a lawn, edging, digging for utilities, digging a driveway, gardening, root movement and accidentally cutting into the line. If a system begins beeping or it suddenly stops functioning, it is likely that it is experiencing a wire break.
Can an underground dog fence work on larger Farmington properties?
Yes. Under ground dog fences are available to be customized for larger and complex properties. The boundary may be formed around the yard, driveway, patio, landscaping or side areas or around parts of the property that should not be accessed.
Will an underground dog fence work during Michigan winters?
Yes. Underground pet fence systems are installed to go with the seasons in Michigan, and work throughout the season. However, snow and cold are seldom the cause of winter performance problems; more frequently, it involves problems with equipment, battery conditioning of collars or the failure of wire.
Is training included with underground dog fence installation?
Training manual given on installation. You need to introduce your dog to the system with flags, tones, correction levels and repetition. We assist in explaining the initial steps so that your dog can start learning the accepted safe area.
Can you install a dog fence for more than one dog?
Yes. Most pet fence systems installed underground will be able to enable several receivers. The set up and train method will vary for each dog depending on size, temperament and behavior.
Can you change the boundary on an existing pet fence?
Yes. We can examine your existing system and see if the boundary might be expanded, reduced, rerouted or reorganized. Very handy when you have added a patio, pool, garden, landscaping, driveway change or other outdoor project.
What is better for Farmington homes: underground, wireless, or GPS dog fence?
An underground dog fence is the most exact and tailor-made method for many Farmington residences. While wireless may be simpler to install, they are not as precise for odd-shaped yards. GPS systems can be effective on very large open land, but are not necessarily best on smaller neighborhood lots. This will be determined by the property and the dog.