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Top Tips for a Safer Charlottesville Horse Farm for Sale

Top tips for a safer Charlottesville horse farm for sale.

Many horse farm owners know that such properties are common venues for accidents. Aside from the natural tendencies of horses to not mind about confines when they get frightened, the presence of large equipment and the very makeup of a Charlottesville horse farm can be relevant factors that could lead to danger. As a property owner and seller, following the tips below can be crucial to making and keeping your horse farm a safer place both for horses and people.

Top Tips for  a Safer Charlottesville Horse Farm for Sale

  1. Planning and construction

Careful planning of how your paddocks, barns and fences are constructed can play a vital role in minimizing risks. If you are still in the planning stages of setting up your equine property, look for safety measures on building these things. Do not rush into putting everything together that you fail to factor in safety. As a beginner, you may want to check out construction of other properties online and then seek for professional advice. Go to www.jumpintogreenerpastures.com and check out similar horse farm for sale so you get an idea.

  1. Fences and stalls

There are a couple of things you should remember in keeping fences safe for horses. Start with securing a well embedded and braced fence. Making it extra sturdy by using concrete is advised. It must be strong enough to withstand horses pushing on them or tall enough to discourage them to jump over. Experts say the ideal height would be 4.5 to 5 feet. Your Charlottesville horse farm for sale will definitely be more appealing if it has perfectly built fences all around.

Stall walls and doors must also be firm. Using heavy duty and splinter proof materials can eliminate risks of breaking when horses try to kick. Make sure electrical wiring and outlets adhere to safety standards. Avoid glass hazard by securing bulbs and windows in metal grills. The use of pin-and-hole style latches can add security to stall doors.

  1. Fire safety

The materials used in the barn is important in avoiding fire. The use of less combustible materials like masonry for walls or tiles for roofs are generally better than wooden constructions. In any property, having a fire escape plan is always safer. Also, try to construct the stalls by adding not just an opening to the inside barn but also to the outside walls. This would be best when evaluation needs to happen.

  1. Equipment

More than 7,000 deaths per year in the US are attributed to farm incidents. Equipment which are mishandled or not carefully maintained can pose an alarming hazard. Contacting manufacturers of equipment without instructions is a must. When you already have the instructions, pay special attention to warnings written. Never allow a child play with your equipment. Conduct regular checking and maintenance to see if there are loose nuts or potential hazard. Lastly, have a specific storage for each item. A horse farm for sale in Charlottesville with enough storage is something buyers would appreciate.

  1. Food and water

Much can be said about the dangers brought about by water and food, when they are left unsanitized or unattended. Storage of hay must be away from the barn to avoid fire hazard. Moreover, storing grain in containers made of metal or plastic can keep it away from terrible mice which can inflict deadline diseases. As for water, having fresh supply and regularly cleaned containers is best. Inspect the farm and get rid of still water to eliminate breeding ground for mosquitoes. When it comes to food and water, proper storage and cleanliness are keys.

These are just the basic tips a horse farm owner should remember to create a safe environment for horses. If you have listed your Charlottesville horse farm for sale, it would be best to follow these tips and other safety measures. Doing so can help increase the appeal and value of your horse farm, as safety is a primary concern for many.

If you need help in buying or selling Charlottesville horse farms, call me, Pam Dent at 434 960-0161. As a native of Charlottesville VA who is both an expert in horses and equestrian properties, I have the knowledge and experience that make me the best agent to market your Charlottesville horse farms for sale.

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