Question:
Should we replace our strataโs aging fence with a cedar fence or a vinyl fence?
Hereโs a comparison between the two most popular fence styles we install at condos. That is, 6โ high privacy fencing in Cedar or Vinyl.
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To answer the burning question, review the below graph which compares the cost of both fence styles over the course of 30 years. This is based on a real live strata that we quoted both fence options for. (They chose Vinyl)
NOTES:
30 Year cost – cedar fence: $407,935
30 Year cost – vinyl fence: $178,480
If you love the west coast cedar look (we do) and are prepared for the maintenance cost, or can stain the fence yourself every 5 years and save some money than thatโs the best option for you. Generally any sort of multi-family complex has a hard time coordinating volunteers to undertake a project like fence staining, especially when there is a large amount of fencing around the property.
If you arenโt set on the west coast cedar look, and just want a good fence that will last a long time with minimal upkeep, than itโs likely that vinyl fencing will be a better fit for your needs.
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