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Frequently Asked Questions
What is utility electric netting used for?
Utility electric netting is a good multi-functional fencing option for temporary or semi-permanent animal control, pasture management and predator exclusion. Ideal for poultry, sheep, goats, rabbits and other small to mid size livestock. This system is well-suited to producers with operational needs that transport animals between paddocks regularly or require mobile enclosure options throughout different areas of a property due to its portability.
How easy is it to install electric netting?
Installation is straightforward compared to permanent fencing. Most utility netting comes with integrated posts that push directly into the ground at pre-set intervals along the net. A single person can typically set up a standard roll in under 30 minutes on reasonably level ground. Uneven or rocky terrain takes longer, but the process remains manageable without specialized tools or equipment.
Can utility netting keep predators away?
Yes, when properly energized and maintained. The deterrent pulse conditions predators to avoid contact with the fence after one or two encounters. Foxes, raccoons, and dogs are the species most effectively deterred. Consistent voltage is what makes the system reliable, so regular checks for vegetation contact draining the energizer, and ensuring the energizer output matches the fence length, are both part of keeping predator protection effective.
Does electric netting require an energizer?
An energizer is essential. The netting itself is the delivery mechanism, but without a connected energizer supplying current, the fence provides no electrical deterrent at all. Energizer sizing should be matched to the total length of netting in use and the amount of vegetation contact expected. Undersized energizers are a common source of fence underperformance, so it's worth getting the sizing right from the start.
Is electric netting safe for animals and humans?
The pulse delivered by a properly configured electric netting system is designed to startle rather than injure. It is a minor low-amperage shock which trains avoidance without inflicting permanent damage to animals or people. Children and adults who touch the fence by accident will receive an unpleasant shock, but no danger under normal operating conditions. Like any electrical network, you need to keep the output of energizer within specified manufacturer values.