Fence Comparison Chart

Vinyl

Pros

• Reliable products known to last for 10+ years without fading.
• Adaptable to many architectural styles.
• Compare Vinyl Fence and Cedar Fence costs here.

Cons

• Limited colour options.
• Darker colours are more costly.
• Wide gates need reinforcement to prevent sagging.
• More expensive than wood fences upfront – unless you factor in initial staining of a wood fence.

Styles

• All of the popular wood fence styles are available in Vinyl now.
• Privacy, picket, pool, ranch, you name it.

Durability

• Low grade vinyl is vulnerable to degradation from exposure to high UV light and extreme temperatures.
• US manufactured, virgin vinyl fences will last for 30 years plus.

Aluminum

Pros

• Strong.
• Long lasting.
• Visually diverse & widely available.
• Doesn’t rust.

Cons

• Not as strong as iron.
• More expensive than wood.

Styles

• Modern architecture.
• Ideal for straight lines.
• Many variations of privacy, horizontal and picket styles are available.
• Woodgrain look is now available.

Durability

• Some aluminum fencing is more durable than steel, but not as stiff.
• Good brands will last a lifetime.

Chain Link

Pros

• Strong.
• Long lasting.
• Great for sports courts

Cons

• Not the most attractive looking fence type.
• Mesh or slats must be added for privacy.

Styles

• Galvanized or black colour is most popular, can be powdercoated to match any other colour.

Durability

• A thicker galvanization makes for a stronger fence overall which is more resistant to rust and corrosion.
• Will generally last for 30 years plus.

Simtek

Pros

• Extremely Resilient.
• Graffiti can be cleaned off with strong chemicals.
• Lifetime warranty.
• Sound blocking qualities.
• Maintenance free.

Cons

• Very high priced, but excellent value for money.
• Panels are not easily modified for variable terrain.

Styles

• Wood look or stone look available.
• Privacy styles only.

Durability

• Will last a lifetime.
• Can handle serious abuse.

Concrete

Pros

• Solid, heavy duty fence.
• Sound blocking.
• Used for highway fencing.
• Can be painted any colour.

Cons

• Requires some maintenance.
• Fairly high priced.
• Panels are only 1” thick, and not impossible to break.

Styles

• Wood look, stone look or lattice top options available.

Durability

• 50 year design life.
• Steel Reinforced.