Our Most Frequently Asked Questions About Flying American Flags
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Do I need a permit to install a flagpole?
- Permits are generally not required although the best idea is always to check with your local government or homeowner’s association.
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How many flags can I fly on a flagpole?
- Most flagpoles are wind rated for a specific size of flag per the dimensions of the flagpole.
- You can fly multiple flags if you check with the manufacturer’s recommendations.
- If your flagpole can accommodate a second flag find your secondary flag size by starting here.
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Will my flagpole rust or need painting?
- Aluminum flagpoles do not rust or need painting.
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How do I light the flag?
- Every location is unique — consult an electrician regarding the type and placement of lighting fixtures.
- Can I mount an eagle on the top of the flagpole?
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How tall of a flagpole should I buy?
The ideal height of the flagpole depends on the location & purpose for buying a flagpole. For example:- To make it a landmark, you might buy the tallest flagpole possible.
- For a business, you might buy a flagpole that offers the most visibility.
- For the beautification of a home, there are several factors to consider - these key considerations are detailed in our 5 Residential Flagpole Planning Considerations article. Once you've reviewed those, it's time to select a flagpole.
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How long will my flag last?
- On average, a premium quality flag will last six months. However, the life of any flag can be shortened or lengthened by the weather in the specific location where it is being flown, the height of your flagpole, or surrounding obstructions.
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How long will the rope & snaps last?
- We recommend checking accessories every three months, but at a minimum, the flagpole hardware always needs to be checked at the beginning of each summer AND at the beginning of each winter.
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How deep underground does the flagpole need to be set?
- Generally, a quality, commercially available, wind-rated flagpole will be supplied with a ground sleeve (with lightning spike) that is engineered to be set in the ground at 10% of the above-ground height of the flagpole.
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After the flagpole is set into the ground how tall will it be?
- Most flagpoles are 10% longer than the height specified in order to accommodate in-ground installation, so the height specified is the above-ground height. E.g., If you order a 30' flagpole, the total length of the pole will be 33', so that 30' will be the height of the above-ground portion of the pole.
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