A wooden fence can create a beautiful look for your home, but it comes with hidden costs. As much as you may love a wooden fence, you have to know that insects will love the fence as well. Furthermore, as soon as your fence goes up, you begin a battle with the elements to keep your fence from rotting. While using rot-resistant woods, such as cedar, will make your battle more manageable, you still have the need to maintain your fence. If you want a fence that does not require extensive maintenance down the road, then you should consider installing a vinyl fence. 

Fade Resistance

No matter what kind of wood you feature in your fence, the sun will try to bleach it. While you can use stain to preserve a rich, fresh look to even severely bleached wood, this still represents an added cost. In the case of a vinyl fence, the color is added to the vinyl before it is placed in the molds. Thus, the color runs clear through your fence, and there is no need to spend extra money maintaining the color. 

Insect Resistance

A termite infestation can cause serious damage to a wooden fence; thus, it may become necessary to treat your fence from time to time with pesticides and/or replace damaged sections. Vinyl fencing is impervious to insect damage. Thus, if you live in an area where insect damage is a constant risk, then vinyl should be an obvious choice. 

Maintenance

When you build a wood fence, the day will eventually come—despite your best efforts—when your fence rots, and you have no choice but to replace it. In order to get the most life from your fence, you need to apply a new coat of sealant every time the color starts to fade and replace any water-damaged portions. Vinyl, on the other hand, is mostly impervious to the elements, so your only maintenance should be to wash the fence whenever it gets dirty. 

If you want a fence that does not require frequent attention, then you need to stray from the traditional wooden fence. Vinyl fencing comes in a variety of colors and finish options, so it should be easy to find a design that matches your design sensibilities. Once in place, your fence will greatly reduce your maintenance costs and free up time and energy to devote to other aspects of your yard. Contact a fencing company like Family Fence Company for more information.