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What to Look for in a Telescoping Flagpole Telescoping flagpoles are poles that are made from different diameter aluminum tubes that slip inside each other. Each section is raised and locked into place, starting with the top section (the section holding the flag).
The Benefits of Fiberglass Flagpoles Fiberglass flagpoles are versatile, very solid and made to last for years. The do not conduct electricity, so lightning is not a concern as it is with aluminum. Fiberglass poles never corrode, which is very important near saltwater or in rugged weather conditions.
Choosing the Right Commercial Flagpole Standard commercial flagpoles range from thirty to sixty feet and are usually made of a single piece of aluminum or steel tubing.
Buying a Flagpole The most expensive flagpoles cost hundreds of thousands of dollars, as in the case of some of the more monumental poles. At the high end of the usual spectrum, however, an eighty-foot aluminum commercial pole might cost $10,000. Shorter and residential poles are more financially feasible.
Installing a Residential Flagpole When choosing a residential flagpole, first decide on the site and desired height. Make sure you can see the flag from various angles. Is it so high that you have to crane your neck to see it? Is it so low that it is hiding behind a shrubbery? Choose something in between.
The Benefits of Aluminum Flagpoles Aluminum flagpoles are the most popular flagpoles available, because they are strong, light, versatile and comparatively inexpensive. Appropriate for both commercial and residential purposes, they come in all styles and sizes, up to eighty feet or longer.
Stake Your Ground with a Tailgating Flagpole Tailgating flagpoles are the perfect way to boldly stake your territory and show your true colors at your next tailgating party, camping trip, family reunion, picnic or store promotion. Tailgating flagpoles come in light aluminum or flexible fiberglass.
Choosing a Wallmounted Flagpole A wallmounted flagpole is a flagpole that is attached to a wall or other structure. There are two basic types of wallmounted flagpoles: those that you attach vertically, and those that you attach at an angle.
How to Install an Inground Flagpole An inground flagpole is simply a flagpole that is rooted in the ground. It is a permanent pole designed to withstand winds of up to 130 mph, depending on the height and material of the flagpole. Just as trees require roots for support, inground flagpoles need foundations.
