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NYLON AMERICAN FLAGS
American Flags With Embroidered Stars. SolarMax Technology Resists Color Fading and Bleeding
Recommended For: Majority of Outdoor and Indoor Areas
HEAVY DUTY AMERICAN FLAGS
The Toughest Flag Out There Is A Lasting Investment, Beautifully Embroidered On Two-Ply Polyester Recommended For: Areas With High Winds, Rain or Strong Sun
GIANT FLAGS
Turn Heads and Show Your Love of America With The Largest Flags, Only For The Greatest Patriots! Recommended For: Large Flagpoles, Sports, Parades, Memorials
OUR FLAGS ARE MADE IN THE USA
STATE FLAGS
From Alabama to Wyoming, Nylon SolarMax Flags For All 52 US States.
MILITARY & VETERAN
Flags to Honor Serving and Veteran Men & Women of Our US Military.
NATIONAL FLAGS
Fray and Sun Resistant Nylon Flags. Can't See Yours? We'll Make It!
NAUTICAL SIGNAL
Individual and Full Sets of Signal Flags from Alpha to Zulu.
CUSTOM PRINTED ITEMS
Flags and Banners Customized With Your Business Logo or Name
ISO / IATF
Flags & Banners for a Range of Certifications. Can't Find Yours, We'll Make It!
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EXTERNAL HALYARD
Our Most Popular Flagpoles. An Economical and Well Made Choice
Ideal for Business, School, Rural and Some Residential Applications.
INTERNAL HALYARD
Premium Flagpoles Offering the Best Aesthetics and Security.
Ideal for Municipal, Military, and Government Applications.
INDOOR FLAGPOLES
For Display Where the Utmost in Quality and Appearance are Desired.
Recommended for: Church, Courtrooms, Schools, Office
FLAGPOLE TOPPERS
Golden Eagles and Ornaments to Perfectly Finish Your Flagpole and Give It A Special Touch.
SENTINEL™ LIGHTS
The Ultimate 24/7 Lighting Option For Flagpoles - Dazzling Light With No Light Pollution
FLAGPOLE LIGHTS
Solar and Hard Wired Lights to Correctly Light up Your Flag Throughout the Night.
FLAGPOLE HARDWARE
Finishing Touches and Additional Hardware to Keep Your Flag Flying High.
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PREMIUM RESIDENTIAL
The Best Option For Domestic Use, Our Sectional Flagpoles Are Quick-Ship, Lightweight and Tough.
Recommended for: Light Domestic Use, Yards, Driveways etc
EASY INSTALL RESIDENTIAL
Our Telescoping Flagpoles Are Simple To Install, Portable and Have The Widest Range of Finishes.
Recommended for: Beach Days, Cabins, Tailgating, Camping,
WALL MOUNTED RESIDENTIAL
Wall Mounted Flagpoles Are a Perfect Space Saving, Starter Flagpole To Quickly Get Your Flag Flying.
Recommended For: Porches, Store Fronts, Garages, Outhouses, Fences
August 25, 2020 2 min read
For centuries, people have shown their support for their country, state, organization, and sports teams by flying a flag on a flagpole. It stirs the soul to drive down a local road and see home after home, business after business, showing their patriotism by flying the American flag outside their building. But whether you’re flying the American flag or a novelty flag, your flag should remain in good condition, as should your flagpole. A flagpole that’s dirty, leaning, or damaged detracts from the appeal of the flag it’s honoring. In our guide below, we’re going to break down how to properly maintain a flagpole. Read on to learn more.
You should know what material your flagpole is made of. Many of ours are aluminum, which requires very little maintenance. Alternatively, other materials like steel or fiberglass may require some upkeep. Regardless of your pole’s material, you should always keep the pole and its components clean. You can clean most dirt and debris with a garden hose at medium to high pressure. For tougher stains or debris, you can use soap and water or a mild bathroom cleanser—just remember to wash off the excess when you’re done.
Depending on your pole’s material, some of the components could be vulnerable to rusting and corrosion. You should regularly check that primary components like the winch, wire cable, and halyard are all in good condition. If you notice any corrosion or tears in the wire, you should replace those parts.
You should inspect the flagpole and its components on a regular basis anyway, but especially after storms and a season of cold weather. A properly installed flagpole will be able to withstand most high-wind scenarios, but a strong storm could damage the pole. Additionally, if you live in an area that experiences cold weather, you should inspect the flagpole’s components for possible corrosion.
The bottom line for properly maintaining a flagpole is keeping it clean. Of course, you want your flags to look their best, but they can’t look their best with a damaged or dirty flagpole. If your current pole is beyond repair, consider replacing it with something better.
If you’re looking for a high-quality flagpole for your home or business, nobody offers better options than Federal Flags. We’re a premium flag and flagpole store that supplies American-made products. We don’t believe a home is complete until it can demonstrate the patriotism of its occupants, and you can do just that with our quality products. Check out our online shop today!
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