How to Hang a Flag on a Pole

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Are you interested in investing in a flagpole for your residential or commercial property? Do you want to ensure that you are abiding by proper flag-hanging etiquette? If so, then you need to learn all that you can about how to hang a flag on a pole.

Doing so can help you ensure optimal results. Your flag will fly freely and avoid any tangles or getting wrapped around the pole due to the wind.

See below for an in-depth guide on how to hang a flag on a pole and enjoy the full perks of flying the American flag on your property.

1. Invest in the Right Flag Pole

You shouldn’t hang a flag on just any standard flag pole. If you’re going to ensure the best results, then you need to purchase one that’s of the highest quality.

Believe it or not, buying the right or wrong flag pole can alter your entire experience. For example, if you purchase a traditional pole, then the flag will get tangled up when winds blow it in the opposite direction. But if you were to buy a pole with swivel ring clips (such as the Titan telescoping flag pole) then the flag will fly in whichever way the wind blows it!

So what features should you look for in the right flag pole? Here are a few of the major ones:

Comes with a premium flag included
Allows for customizable options (such as the flag pole being offered in different colors and sizes)
Solar light compatibility
Building-mounting options
Telescoping technology

For more features and an in-depth description of the ones we mentioned, be sure to read this article on the best features to look for in flagpoles for sale.

With the right flagpole, you’ll be able to install it quickly and enjoy your flying American flag for the long haul!

2. Condense with the Telescoping Flagpole

Titan telescoping flagpoles aren’t just great for the flag flying experience, they make it far easier to hang your flag each morning.

Remember, proper etiquette requires you to only have the flag hung when there’s light. If you don’t have a solar light to shine on it during the night, then either invest in one or put up the flag until the morning.

When the morning comes, condense the telescoping flagpole so that you can easily reach the swivel ring clips that the flag attaches to. The Titan flagpole can be easily unattached from the ground sleeve as well, so you have that option as well.

Some homeowners like to condense the flagpole and store it and the flag until morning. Others invest in solar light so that they can proudly display their flag on their property 24/7.

Before you go to hang the flag that day, be sure to check the weather. If the radar calls for nothing but rain and high winds, then it’s best to keep the flag indoors for the day.

A bit of rain won’t do the flag any harm if it’s made of high-quality materials. Make sure you have a flag that’s made of nylon and with embroidered stars for the best results.

3. Attach to Swivel Ring Clips

Now that you have the telescoping flagpole ready and have checked the weather, it’s time to attach the flag to the flagpole. That’s an easy process if you have the Titan flagpole.

Simply line up the flag with the top portion of the pole, then fasten the swivel ring clips to the designated rings on the flag. These rings can turn at 360-degrees, so no matter which way the wind is blowing, your flag will fly proudly in that direction. This negates the risk of the flag getting tangled up.

Better yet, the swivel ring clips blend in perfectly with the pole itself, so all people will pay attention to is the vibrant red, white, and blue colors that are flickering on your property.

4. Erect the Flagpole

Once you’ve attached the flag to the swivel ring clips, it’s time to adjust the telescoping flagpole as you see fit.

First, make sure that it’s firmly connected to the ground sleeve. There’s a locking mechanism that helps the pole stand firmly in place. Make sure it’s steady before you elongate the pole.

Flagpoles typically come in one of four sizes: 15 feet, 20 feet, 20 feet LT, or 25 feet, respectively. This helps you get a pole that fits in perfectly with your property.

If your house is a one-story building, then the 15 feet will fit perfectly. For those of you with two-story houses or wider properties, we’d suggest going on the higher end.

5. Tear Down Before Dark

For those of you unfamiliar with the flag code, you’re supposed to only display the American flag from sunrise to sunset. The only exception to that is when you have a solar light to illuminate it when the sun goes down.

It’s completely up to you whether or not you invest in the solar light, but if you don’t, then be sure to prioritize taking the flag down at night.

Simply lower the telescoping flagpole, unhook the flag from the clips, and store both away until the morning!