Privacy fencing Guelph, ON
If you ask anyone what the purpose of a fence is, among the top three answers is simply: privacy. Privacy from curious neighbours, to be able to do your own thing in your own property without curious eyes wondering what you're up to, to feel the freedom and comfort in your own home.
So what type of fencing should you consider when considering privacy fencing? Out of all the types of fencing materials available, the one that stands out as the most difficult to provide the desired privacy is chain link fencing (as well as metal fencing) with their wide open holes and and openings. An exception would be to add privacy slats, but that in itself can have some details and complexities we won't be discussing here. So that leaves: wood, vinyl or PVC and composite fencing. Let's take a quick look at each of these privacy fencing materials and discover the pros and cons of each one. Wood: Wood in itself is a fairly broad category because you can have different wood species that have widely different properties. Take, for example, untreated pine vs. cedar. The former can be quite budget friendly, but you may have to deal with warpage, discolouration and rot if it's not treated. |
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Cedar is quite hardy as it will age beautifully throughout decades and is not prone to many of the issues as seen with untreated pine. With cedar fencing, you're likely to pay a pretty penny upfront for the fence installation, but you will reap the benefits over the years.
Pressure-treated wood is a great option if you want to minimize insect infestation. The wood is put in a depressurized container, with the ultimate goal of replacing the air pockets with chemical preservatives that will deter bugs.
Vinyl or PVC:
If you're looking for a no to little maintenance fence, choose PVC, a.k.a vinyl fencing. With bright, uniform colours and the lack of issues seen in porous wood fencing, this is a good option for many. Keep in mind, however, it is not sustainably made, so if you're environmentally conscious, this is something to consider. Extreme weather conditions may damage the material, and damage on vinyl is much more obvious and hard to fix than wood. You'd be look at replacing entire planks or sections. PVC fencing is also pricier than base level wood.
Composite:
Composite fencing is the most expensive out of the three privacy fencing material categories. This material has much more pros than cons. Very durable, virtually maintenance free, rot resistant and just plain gorgeous, this is the cream of the crop of fence options. Trex fencing is a popular brand of composite fence made from 95% recycled wood and plastic. Its limiting factor is its price point. It is considerably higher priced than vinyl and particularly pine. However, if you consider the durability of it (we're talking decades here), it may be worth to consider if you're thinking long term.
No matter what material you ultimately decide on, rest assured our fence contractors at Guelph Fence will use the highest quality materials, coupled with meticulous workmanship. If you're pondering a fence replacement due to telltale signs of damage like a leaning fence, rotting wood or severely cracked boards, call us today to discuss your situation and receive a free estimate.
Pressure-treated wood is a great option if you want to minimize insect infestation. The wood is put in a depressurized container, with the ultimate goal of replacing the air pockets with chemical preservatives that will deter bugs.
Vinyl or PVC:
If you're looking for a no to little maintenance fence, choose PVC, a.k.a vinyl fencing. With bright, uniform colours and the lack of issues seen in porous wood fencing, this is a good option for many. Keep in mind, however, it is not sustainably made, so if you're environmentally conscious, this is something to consider. Extreme weather conditions may damage the material, and damage on vinyl is much more obvious and hard to fix than wood. You'd be look at replacing entire planks or sections. PVC fencing is also pricier than base level wood.
Composite:
Composite fencing is the most expensive out of the three privacy fencing material categories. This material has much more pros than cons. Very durable, virtually maintenance free, rot resistant and just plain gorgeous, this is the cream of the crop of fence options. Trex fencing is a popular brand of composite fence made from 95% recycled wood and plastic. Its limiting factor is its price point. It is considerably higher priced than vinyl and particularly pine. However, if you consider the durability of it (we're talking decades here), it may be worth to consider if you're thinking long term.
No matter what material you ultimately decide on, rest assured our fence contractors at Guelph Fence will use the highest quality materials, coupled with meticulous workmanship. If you're pondering a fence replacement due to telltale signs of damage like a leaning fence, rotting wood or severely cracked boards, call us today to discuss your situation and receive a free estimate.
