Planting a Flagpole
There are various uses for flags. It can be used for ornaments or advertisement. It can also be used to evoke ideas and emotions. A flag flying through the air is a glorious sight. In order to fly a flag, you need a flagpole. There many kinds of flagpoles that differ in length, material and structure. The kind of flagpole is influenced by the conditions of the area where the flag will be flown.
In places that receive substantial amount of rain, you need a flagpole that is resistant to moisture. The right kind of metal and coating must be used in order for the pole to last for a long time. In order to lower the cost of flag installation, some people opt for lower quality flags which ends up having a significantly shorter life and can very dangerous as it can get easily damage.
In planting a flagpole, there are several tips to follow to make it safe and also help increase the life of the flag. The first one is to never plant a pole near electrical wires. The flying flags can tangle on the wires and anyone who touches the pole will get electrified.
Stay clear of trees and other structures. A flag brushing through the leafs and branches might seem harmless at first but it can actually damage the fabric.
Make sure that it has the ideal depth for the foundation to prevent strong winds from uprooting the pole. As a general rule, the bigger the flag the deeper the foundation should be.
