Vinyl fence installation Vaughan, ON
For the customer who wants to explore alternative materials to wood, PVC or vinyl fencing is typically the top contender. It serves similar functions to the wood fence, but offers different features. Vaughan Fence is proud to have vinyl fence contractors who are highly skilled and experienced at vinyl fence installations for residential and commercial properties.
Here are some frequently asked questions we get about vinyl or PVC fencing: Q: Which is cheaper, vinyl or wood? A: Traditionally, vinyl planks are more expensive than wood. However, things get a bit more complicated after that. In recent months, lumber prices have soared to the point where wood is actually more expensive than vinyl. Time will tell if the prices will normalize when the supply and demand of wood balance out, but let’s average things out and say the upfront cost of vinyl and wood will be in the same ballpark. Now, as you might know, upfront cost isn’t the only factor. You have to look at ongoing costs. Vinyl is very durable and the frequency of a fence replacement will be rare and infrequent. With proper maintenance and care, you’re looking at 20-30 years of life with vinyl fencing. |
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Of course, there are different grades and qualities of vinyl fencing, with the cheapest ones on the market more likely to crack if you bump it with a snow shovel in the winter time. And if you’re comparing it with strong cedar, the differences become smaller and smaller. The quality vinyl planks used by our vinyl fence contractors, although not indestructible, will withstand many years of use. So to sum up, vinyl generally provides better value throughout its lifetime than wood.
Q: Which material should I use for privacy fencing?
A: Both wood and vinyl are commonly used for privacy fences, but here is one advantage vinyl has over wood. Because wood expands and contracts with changing temperatures, the ultimate privacy may be reduced on the contraction cycle. You will still get privacy, but if you’re worried about slits allowing light or potential peeping eyes to peer through, vinyl won’t have this issue. Now, on the flip side, because the vinyl boards are tightly nudged against one another, it’s great for privacy, but if there are consistent and strong gusts of wind, vinyl boards risk leaning because without the air flow, they may not be able to withstand the wind pressure.
Q: What else can you tell me about vinyl fencing to convince me?
A: Aside from its decades-long lifespan, its value and its strength, two words: minimal maintenance. Ask yourself how much time you want or are able to spend to maintain your fence, and if the answer is “very little”, then vinyl fencing is the clear winner. Needing only soapy water, cloths or soft brushes, pressure washing if desired but optional, cleaning vinyl boards is a piece of cake and takes no time at all. Not only that, your boards will look almost as good as the day you got them installed. The time saved from fussy maintenance is priceless for many home and business owners.
So if you’ve decided to go with vinyl, Vaughan Fence would love the chance to be part of your vinyl fencing installation process. We do it right and we do it beautifully. Call us today for a free quote.
Q: Which material should I use for privacy fencing?
A: Both wood and vinyl are commonly used for privacy fences, but here is one advantage vinyl has over wood. Because wood expands and contracts with changing temperatures, the ultimate privacy may be reduced on the contraction cycle. You will still get privacy, but if you’re worried about slits allowing light or potential peeping eyes to peer through, vinyl won’t have this issue. Now, on the flip side, because the vinyl boards are tightly nudged against one another, it’s great for privacy, but if there are consistent and strong gusts of wind, vinyl boards risk leaning because without the air flow, they may not be able to withstand the wind pressure.
Q: What else can you tell me about vinyl fencing to convince me?
A: Aside from its decades-long lifespan, its value and its strength, two words: minimal maintenance. Ask yourself how much time you want or are able to spend to maintain your fence, and if the answer is “very little”, then vinyl fencing is the clear winner. Needing only soapy water, cloths or soft brushes, pressure washing if desired but optional, cleaning vinyl boards is a piece of cake and takes no time at all. Not only that, your boards will look almost as good as the day you got them installed. The time saved from fussy maintenance is priceless for many home and business owners.
So if you’ve decided to go with vinyl, Vaughan Fence would love the chance to be part of your vinyl fencing installation process. We do it right and we do it beautifully. Call us today for a free quote.
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