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San Diego Cable Railing Company- FAQ

Cable Railing FAQ’S for Fast Estimates and Easy Installations In an effort to assist our customers with the most timely and cost effective cable railing estimates we’ve compiled a few of our most frequently asked questions: Q: Where is SDCR located? Is there a storefront? A: Our production facility is located at 4182 Sorrento Valley Blvd. San Diego, CA 92121.  Our storefront is primarily online, however we do meet with some of our customers by appointment. If you would like to speak wth a sales associate about scheduling an appointment, please visit the quote request page or call our office at 844-277-7327. Q: What is the lineal foot cost for cable railing systems? A: Lineal footage cost estimates can vary greatly depending on project sizing, material type/s and the scope of construction. Typically larger exterior projects carry a lower price point than smaller interior projects. Steel framed cable railing systems are usually more costly than project using wood framing members. The quickest way to get an accurate lineal foot cost estimate is by providing photos and measurements to our sales staff. Q: How long does it take to get an estimate? A: Estimates for railing materials and installation are available within 24-48 hours upon receipt of a quote request form. Q: Does San Diego Cable Railings do installations? A: We have a network of cable railing installers serving several counties in California. Currently our network services San Diego, Orange County, Los Angeles, Santa Barbara, San Luis Obispo, San Fransisco and Sacramento metro areas. Our sales staff can provide accurate estimates for all of our cable railing product and installation costs. Q: Do Cable Railing Systems meet building code requirements? A: Yes! Cable Railings have gained popularity and recognition nationwide as a safe and durable option for residential and commercial guardrails. Our company offers engineering packages and connection details for plan submittals, and our installers have participated in building inspections statewide. As with any remodeling project it is important to check your local codes and standards prior to purchasing or installing any railing materials. Q: Does SDCR provide instructions or tech support? A: All of our railing packages include detailed instructions and our staff are available Mon.-Fri. for support calls and technical questions. For additional information and commonly asked questions please visit our FAQ page .  

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Landscape Lighting for Decks and Railings

San Diego Cable Railings and Highpoint Offer Landscape Lighting for Decks, Railings and Fencing Energy efficient and attractive, todays landscape lighting options can take your outdoor living experience  to the next level. When dealing with the elements and exterior construction projects, quality is of the utmost importance. For this reason we’ve teamed up with Highpoint Deck Lighting in order to offer sleek and attractive lighting options that are built to last. Much like the product line at SDCR, Highpoint lighting has been designed with the installer in mind. With LED options for both wooden and steel post systems, we can customize your railing posts or top railing selections for awesome outdoor lighting. Deck lighting can be installed by pros, or DIY installers. Whether your project calls for a sleek downlight for a vertical post installation, hidden keyhole light, or a strip for backlighting your top rails, we have what you need. Landscape lighting for decks and railings can add a finishing touch to any outdoor living project. A multitude of lighting options as well as the number of lights selected will determine the ambiance. Fewer lights will offer accents and maintain an intimate feel. Larger lights and a greater number of lights will provide illumination for entertaining and group settings. Outdoor lights can be mixed and matched as well as adjusted via the use of a dimmer to increase or decrease brightness. At SDCR we have post lighting options for both steel posts and wooden railing posts. Steel post lights are sleek and smaller in size; while wood post options will typically be larger. A variety of color options make customization simple. Additionally, we can make your installation a breeze with pre-drilled, accurate hole locations for easy mounting. Lighting packages contain all of the necessary parts required for a complete installation (transformer, wire, lighting, and exterior wire nuts). If you have questions about landscape lighting for decks and cable railings, contact our pros at 844-277-7327.  

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Wall Mounted Fences and Railings

Understanding Mounting Types and Different Style Options for Wall mounted Fences and Railings- Wall mounted fences and railings can offer some questions and challenges when it comes to rigidity. A good connection to solid structural masonry units is ideal. Here are a few common installation scenarios we have encountered, and some solutions for a successful end product. Block Walls- Cinder block walls are the most commonly encountered masonry fences and curbs in residential construction. Fences can usually be surface mounted or fascia mounted to a solid block wall. If the wall is hollow; the cells which support the fence post should be grouted solid. If the wall is capped like the one in our feature photo; the anchoring should penetrate past the wall caps into the solid wall. Threaded rods that are epoxied into the wall will function well. In addition, a variety of masonry anchors are suitable for mounting railing posts on to masonry walls. Keystone Blocks– Keystone blocks are very appealing to DIYers because of affordability and their easily stackable design. The blocks come in a variety of sizes and stack on top of each other. Keystone blocks are held in place by a lip on each block and the backfill pressure against the blocks. Keystone blocks are not typically a good choice for top mounted fence and railing posts because the top block can move. Fences and railings should be cast into concrete footings utilizing the compacted fill behind keystone walls for best results. Footing depth can vary for these types of installs. To learn more about keystone block walls- gardenclub.homedepot.com/build-a-retaining-wall-with-landscape-blocks/ Pony Walls- Also called knee walls, pony walls can be found inside and outside the house. They are typically wood framed and veneered in drywall (inside) or stucco, stone, tile (outside). Knee walls can be a great mounting frame for fence and railing posts. The most important considerations are the framing thickness and waterproofing. Pony wall top plates should have a 3″ net thickness in order to offer a good lag bolt connection. If a fascia mount is desired; wood blocks should be installed at the post locations.  Wooden framing members should be properly wrapped (waterproofed) in order to prevent water intrusion. Sealant should be used on all bolt threading and around the plates when installing the fence posts. Wall mounted fences and railings can be a beautiful improvement to interior and exterior spaces. If you have questions, our pros are here to help. 844-277-7327 (SDCR)

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Design/Build Ideas For Cable Fences

Professional Tips and Design Ideas for Stainless Cable Fences An attractive fence can serve as a cohesive design element in any new or existing landscape. Well planned outdoor designs will create a flow using a blend of colors and textures; no single element should stand out among the rest. The materials and colors we choose will largely determine the aesthetics and longevity of exterior cable fences. Consider the following information and construction ideas for your next fencing project: Wooden Posts and Rails– Using wood timbers for cable fences is an excellent way to create a natural look and a warmer feel than a vertical picket or rod iron fence. If durability is a concern when embedding wood posts “in ground” with concrete footings: A concrete casting tip for extending the life of wooden fence posts is to coat the bottom 12″-24″ (depending on footing depth) of the post with asphalt emulsion or asphalt fence paint prior to setting them in concrete. Using pressure treated wood timbers is another way to extend the life of any wood members making ground contact. In previous years the green color of pressure treated lumber was a turn off, but today most pressure treated utilizes a brown stain which tends to blend better with other woods/composites. Penetrating oil finishes and exterior paints also work well on wooden cable fences and provide the user with a multitude of natural and colored finish options. Steel Posts and Rails– Using steel members to construct your cable fence will typically increase the durability and minimize the visual profile of the fence frame. From a design perspective we should consider the age and style of the home as well as the existing landscape. A few tips for steel framed cable fences: Mild steel should never be considered as a material option for cable fences. The perforations will allow moisture to enter the posts and corrode them from the inside out. Galvanized and stainless steel fence posts are better options than raw steel or rod iron for exterior fences. A wooden top cap can really soften the look of any steel frame; especially outdoors. Additionally, you can avoid an industrial looking fence just by adding a simple piece of timber. Ipe’ hardwood lasts 30 to 50 years and will not jeopardize the durability of your fence. Cedar and Redwood are also popular cap choices. Choose colors that exist in place, or use bare stainless. Unless you are trying to showcase your fence, it should blend into the landscape. Grey tones and bare stainless steel with non reflective finishes are muted and work well for the most transparent fences.  Are you considering a stainless steel cable fence? We offer complete fencing packages and design assistance as well as nationwide shipping.  Give us a call at 844-277-7327 or visit the quote request page.    

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Disappearing Guardrails

Disappearing Guardrails Using Stainless Steel Cable Railings- Cable Railing customers often request recommendations for the most “invisible” or “transparent” color selections when choosing a railing package. Opinions from different online sources will vary when it comes to this topic, however after constructing hundreds of decks and railings with all different types of backdrops we believe there are some clear choices. The most transparent railings will offer the fewest solid members and feature minimal profiles. Post and railing finishes should be muted, avoiding heavy solid colors and reflective surfaces. Disappearing guardrails will blend into surrounding landscapes of all different types and colors, and pick up or reflect hues from trees and shrubs. The same parameters must be met when dealing with coastal settings where transparency is usually the #1 factor for choosing a railing system. For our coastal and landscape railings and fencing, the clear choice is bare stainless steel. Much like stainless steel cables, bare stainless steel railing posts and rails pick up colors from the existing landscape and reflect their surroundings. When combined with stainless steel or hardwood top railings our bare stainless cable railing posts are the most utilized finish option for transparency. SDCR stainless posts are furnished with a non reflective clean matte finish which offers the beauty and durability of stainless steel. Bare stainless features neutral grey tones with a slight sparkle; no concerns about fingerprints or other drawbacks associated with polished finishes. For maximum daylight openings with the least amount of visible obstruction, “ultra slim”  stainless steel spreader posts can be utilized in between structural posts. The use of spreader posts will allow the installer to space structural posts up to 7′ for a wide open view and feel. We also offer powder coating to all of our stainless steel post options, usually recommending a neutral tone like medium grey when transparency is a must. Despite some popular articles and design theories about black railing posts for transparency; we have found black to be more visible during daylight hours in addition to drawing more UV rays. Stainless Steel Cable Railings are transparent even at close range with high resolution cameras, with no glass to clean or maintenance issues offered by other railing types. If you have questions about our bare stainless steel product line, give us a call at 844-277-7327 and speak with one of our cable railing pros 8am-5pm mon-fri.        

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Intermediate Spreader Posts

Intermediate Spreader Posts are used to maintain cable spacing and reduce cable “spread” by decreasing the distance in between larger vertical railing posts. These are non structural posts typically made of a light gauge material and display a visibly leaner profile in order to minimize obstruction. The use of intermediate spreader posts allows a greater distance in between the structural posts, creating larger daylight openings on cable deck railings. Also commonly referred to as  “spreaders” or “intermediate pickets”, these posts are compatible with wooden or stainless steel cable railing posts. Combining different sizes and materials can be a great way to create an interesting look as well as value engineer a railing package. San Diego Cable Railings now proudly offers “Ultra Slim” spreader posts at our online store. We combined the durability of welded connections and stainless steel with the sleek aesthetics of a slim flat bar profile. Much like our other railing post products, our spreader posts are made locally with domestic stainless steel. By utilizing welded connections and solid stainless steel members, we are able to offer an intermediate spreader post unlike anything available at retail locations or big box stores. SDCR spreader posts are available in both T304 and T316 grade stainless steel, and can be used in combination with our pre made wooden and stainless steel railing posts. “Ultra Slim” spreader posts do not require multiple parts and pieces or assembly and they are furnished with all necessary mounting hardware. The sales/production staff and preferred installation contractors at SDCR are constantly performing trials and field tests in order to continually improve our product line. Our cable railing products are designed to be safe and easy to install by professional or DIY customers. Our railing posts and packages offer minimalist aesthetics and minimal components which results in beautiful railings and less time on the job. If you have questions about our intermediate spreader posts, please visit the online store or contact our sales staff at 844-277-7327.          

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Five Star Cable Railing Reviews

Cable railing reviews from websites like houzz.com and Yelp are an excellent way for potential customers to review product and customer service standards provided by San Diego Cable Railings. Houzz.com is a home remodeling platform that showcases images and construction companies dedicated to residential remodeling and home improvement. Customer reviews are a great way for potential customers to read about actual customer experiences which answer many common questions in detail and showcase the high quality railing products and customer service standards supplied by our staff. Our featured image for this weeks blog is a stellar review from an east coast cable railing customer. She was thrilled with both her experience and products. We prepared a job specific cable railing package containing all necessary stainless cables, fittings, cable railing posts, and hardware; shipped to the state of Maryland in less than 3 weeks! Our turn around times for cable railing packages are some of the fastest in the industry. Even custom cable railing packages can be prepared and delivered in 2-4 weeks. Some of our most popular railing packages include cable deck railings, interior cable railings, and cable fences. San Diego Cable Railings has received service awards from Houzz.com year after year and provided countless homeowners just like Mary with cable railing parts and accessories. We encourage our potential customers to do their homework and to explore the various platforms offering cable railing reviews and product descriptions. Home improvement projects are a large investment that should be enjoyable and produce outstanding results. Our sales and production staff go to great lengths in order to provide only the highest level of customer service and product quality. If you would like to view more cable railing reviews please click on the Houzz icon or visit our testimonials page to read about actual customer experiences with our products and services.  

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Top Railings For Cable Rail Systems

San Diego Cable Railings offers complete cable rail systems and a variety of material combinations to create our railing packages. In this article we touch on basic railing components and top railing options, as well as the importance of material selection and maintenance when it comes to top railings. The Basics: Our customers frequently desire minimalistic railings and unobstructed views. We achieve this look by minimizing the amount of components and hardware needed to construct the railing. Sturdy posts and top railings are necessary structural elements for a successful railing project. Below is a list of typical cable rail components and a couple of our favorite top railing choices for your cable railing: -Railing Posts: Vertical uprights that attach to a deck surface or floor -Cable Assemblies: Railing infill to provide the barrier and prevent pass through -Hardware: Fasteners for attaching posts and top railings -Top Railings: The horizontal railing cap member that connects to the railing posts providing lateral stability When it comes to exterior railings, the top railing member will receive the highest amount of  UV and moisture exposure of all the railing components. Much like a deck surface, the top railings on any cable rail systems will see more direct sun, standing moisture, and physical contact than the vertical railing components. (posts) At SDCR the materials of choice when it comes to top railing selection are Ipe hardwood and Stainless Steel. Our preferred installers have performed 100s of installations utilizing MANY different top railing options and have selected Ipe and Stainless for the following reasons: Cable Tension- Cable railings sustain a tremendous amount of tension in order to keep the cables taught and prevent sagging or pass through. Ipe hardwood behaves like steel and belongs to the “Ironwood” family. It is 30 times harder than teak and 300 times harder than typical framing lumber. Our stainless steel post systems combined with hardwood top railings sustain and maintain tension with minimal or no need for future cable adjustments. Durability- Ipe hardwood and stainless steel can last 30-50 years even when exposed to exterior conditions. Ipe hardwood and stainless steel are not subject to dry rot or termite damage. They do not oxidize or cause electrolysis when combined, nor to they leech acids released by other material types. ALL types of wooden or steel top railings will require a minimal amount of maintenance. A simple wipe down or occasional pressure wash will add years to the lifespan and beauty of any exterior railing. Re application of sealer or paint to wood members will greatly improve the lifespan and look.  Even composite and synthetic products boasting “no maintenance” need to be cleaned and maintained in order to function for the life of the product. SAN DIEGO CABLE RAILINGS/CABLE RAIL SYSTEMS – 800-844-277-7327

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Cable Railing Systems Cost

Cable railing systems cost can vary widely depending on individual job specifics. Lineal footage, material selection, and a variety of other factors can contribute to the cost of your cable railing systems. We receive numerous phone calls asking for ballpark lineal foot cost estimates which can vary greatly depending on the job. For budget preparation, the safest way to estimate a cable railing installation is to include as much detail (measurements, photos, stops, starts) as possible. Below is a brief summary of some common factors relating to “cable railing systems cost” : Framing Materials Wood framing is typically the least expensive way to construct a cable railing. Wooden posts and railings can be sourced easily and usually locally. For semi-skilled, or DIY installers, wood framing can be easier to work with and less painful to the pocket book if a mistake is made.

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Stainless Steel Deck Railing Posts

San Diego Cable Railings offers bare stainless steel deck railing posts for both fascia mounted and surface mounted railing types. These pre made railing posts are pre drilled, cut to length and great for fast and easy installations. We offer both type 304 and 316 stainless steel with a smooth knock down finish that won’t smudge or show fingerprints like electro polished stainless steel options. The featured photograph was provided by one of our preferred Los Angeles cable railing installers at Megorden Construction. The guys at Megorden are outdoor construction specialists and real pros when it comes to installing quality custom decks, outdoor structures, and cable railing systems. We have preferred contractors in several metros offering installation services for all of our cable railing products. San Diego Cable Railings offers American made railing posts and ships complete railing kits to 50 states. Quality products and true cable railing professionals combine for great finished product that will withstand the elements and the test of time. Stainless steel deck railing posts are a durable and attractive option that will provide ultimate corrosion resistance and survive the test of time. Give us a call at 844-277-7327 or visit us online at www.sandiegocablerailings.com and get your stainless steel cable railings today!!

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About SDCR

San Diego Cable Railings provides high quality cable railing systems to contractors and DIY installers nationwide. Our products are made in house based in San Diego, CA. – built to withstand harsh conditions and coastal environments.

What We Do

Cable Railing
Glass Railing
Gates and Fencing
Hardware Products
Installation Services

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1365 N JOHNSON AVE #117 EL CAJON, CA 92020 (Visits by appointment only)

Shop@sandiegocablerailings.com

(888) 389-0003

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