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Discount-Flag-Poles.com is interested in helping our customers make the best purchasing decision related to their new flagpole. Please consider the following points before determining the flagpole of your choice. Please note that there are no standards or matters of etiquette in determining the size or type of flagpole to use in different venues. These points to consider are questions we ask after years of experience with customers in determining flagpole sizes and styles.

Decision Making Considerations:

Budget
  Generally, taller and/or stronger poles cost more
Size of Pole
  a.) Personal preference - there are no specific industry guidelines b.) Surroundings - possible considerations are:
  • building height
    • ranch-style home with low profile roof - 15 ft to 20 ft pole
    • one story building – approximately 20 ft to 25 ft pole
    • two story building – approximately 25 ft to 30 ft pole
    • these are only general “rules of thumb
  • landscaping - tall trees may warrant use of a tall pole
  • open area
Pole Strength
 
  • number of flags to be flown
  • flag size
  • wind zone
  • pole height
  • base diameter
  • wall thickness



Pole Appearance
 
  • Flash collar (cast aluminum)
  • Snaps
  • Snap covers
  • Internal vs External Halyard
  • Color
Installation
 
  • dry earth
  • topography (level – flat)
  • compacted soil (not recently disturbed)
  • meets engineering specifications

 

 
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