Vinyl is a fantastic material option for fences, especially when you’re talking about an American-Made fence from American Fence & Railing, a top-quality product that a run-of-the-mill vinyl fence contractor doesn’t provide.
Among the most attractive things about these fences: 1) They look great, 2) They’re low-maintenance, 3) They’re durable.
Vinyl also covers a range of reasons why people need a fence in the first place: privacy, defining property lines, keeping children safe, and preventing pets from wandering off, to name a few.
If any of those ring a bell in your life, vinyl could be the perfect choice for you.
Benefits of having vinyl in the equation
Low-maintenance
A privacy fence in vinyl provides the coverage of a traditional wood fence but with a sleeker, more modern look and no worries about having to give it the occasional touch-up.
In most cases, once a wood fence has been in place for a while, it will require staining, repainting, or sealing to protect it from the elements and keep it looking good. Stain fades, paint peels, and wood that isn’t sealed well can easily deteriorate.
Our American-made vinyl in white or tan never requires painting or sealing. The color is part of the product. It runs all the way through rather than simply being applied to the surface.
And cleaning a vinyl privacy fence is a breeze. Dirt and debris can mostly be removed with the stream from a garden hose. More stubborn dirt can be easily removed using a mild soap and water mixture and a soft cloth.
Another big plus: Unlike a wood fence, cleaning our American-made vinyl runs no risk of wearing away stain finishes or paint.
Low maintenance also means you can spend plenty of time enjoying your yard without glancing over all the time to see if you need to do any work on your fence.
There are enough chores to keep you busy on your property without adding fence maintenance to the list.
Strong, inside and out
There are two things we have a lot of in Florida, and we don’t mean fun and sun; we’re talking about moisture and humidity.
With a vinyl fence, you have nothing to fear from moisture and humidity. That’s not the case with a traditional wood fence.
Moisture, whether it comes from direct rain or humid weather, is great for wood when a tree is growing. But once that wood becomes a fence in your yard, moisture becomes a natural enemy.
Even the water from the frequent lawn watering we do in Florida adds additional moisture risk for a wood fence.
A wooden fence that isn’t meticulously maintained to resist moisture is open to deterioration from rot, mold, and decay. That’s especially true for fence posts that are sunk into the ground.
That can lead to replacing fence pieces you’ve already invested in. Since vinyl doesn’t absorb moisture, such replacement doesn’t factor into your vinyl fence cost.
Splintering, by the way, is also a big problem with poorly maintained, deteriorating wood, which poses a hazard for children and pets.
No termites
Termites and other wood-destroying insects, such as carpenter ants, are always on the lookout for a food source. Wood fences can be very appealing to them.
But when they come across a vinyl, they go looking elsewhere.
The right treatment and maintenance can protect a wood fence from insect damage, but that requires expense and effort that a homeowner may not want to or be able to provide.
Vinyl takes termite-style damage completely out of the equation.
Incredible durability
A vinyl fence has to stand up to more than just the opinion of neighbors and the rules of an HOA. It has to be ready to take on whatever nature, or you, throws at it.
Rain, wind, sun, bumps from lawn equipment, and the antics of children and pets all add to the list of requirements in a fence’s job description.
American-Made Vinyl from American Fence & Railing handles all of that better than any standard vinyl fencing on the market. It was carefully sourced by our founder for life in the Northeast Florida region and to look good every step of the way.
Is it indestructible? Of course not. Severe weather. Falling trees. Vehicle impacts. Some things no fence can survive.
But under regular Florida conditions, you can expect a good, long life from an American-Made Vinyl fence.
Is vinyl right for your property?
Any improvement you make to your home or property is an investment, so it should provide long-term value.
Vinyl is a great choice in terms of investment since it looks good for the long term without requiring a lot of attention and upkeep expense from a homeowner. You should probably give it serious consideration.
Pricing for vinyl fences is also very cost-efficient, especially when you factor in the longevity of our American-made materials and the extra-strength built into our installation process.
Now, while vinyl offers a lot of benefits, that doesn’t make other materials inferior. If the concerns we’ve addressed in this blog aren’t issues for you, we have beautiful, top-quality American wood in stock to give you the natural, traditional look you want. And we’ll install it with the same top workmanship that comes with an American-Made Vinyl fence.
The best way to decide if vinyl is the right choice for you is to invite us over for a free, expert estimate. With American Fence & Railing, you’re not dealing with a typical vinyl fence contractor. Everyone is a company employee with a vested interest in your satisfaction and the specialized training required to provide that satisfaction.
We’ll look at your project and give you our best advice, based on decades of experience, on not only your fence material but also on considerations you might not be thinking about.
Do you have HOA rules on style and height?
We’re very familiar with HOA requirements throughout the Greater Jacksonville area and have taken them into consideration in choosing our products. Our vinyl comes in 6-foot and 8-foot versions acceptable to local HOAs. Both are available in either white or tan, with either lattice tops or New England post caps.
Where is your property line?
This is important, especially if you’re replacing an existing fence. That current fence may not be accurately placed. We can help you navigate the process of having your property line checked.
Are there underground utilities?
The last thing you want to do is hit an electrical, gas, water, or telecom line during the fence installation process. You can dial 811 for a free service that comes out to mark any underground utilities on your property.
Answers to common questions
What styles of vinyl fencing do you carry?
We keep a substantial stock of white and tan premium-grade vinyl privacy fence in stock. Those are the types most in keeping with HOA requirements in the Greater Jacksonville area. We can however, order any color and style of premium-grade vinyl fence for you, should you not have any HOA requirements or if your HOA will allow it.
How long does installation take?
Once HOA approvals are in place, most of our vinyl fence installations are completed in just 3 days.
Do you install outside Jacksonville?
Yes! If you live within 30 miles of Jacksonville, we’ll be happy to come out for a free estimate so you can start enjoying our 5-star service experience.
Let us help you decide.
Get in touch with us about setting up a free estimate.
Our estimator will help you answer any and all questions about choosing and installing the perfect fence for your property.
And if you move forward with us, we’ll handle all of your HOA paperwork!