PVC vs wood fence?

Which adds more value to the home?

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i could be wrong but i would think pvc would...there is no upkeep to it and it lasts much longer then wood can...if you are thinking about getting a new fence i would call now - most places starting mid march they get more expensive bc of spring..i only know this bc i just shopped around for a new fence and am waiting for it to get installed..hth

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I think PVC has more value due to the low maintenance and the warranty is much longer. It will appeal to more people.

But not everyone is a fan of PVC. Some prefer the look of wood.

In any cases, a newly fenced yard is very appealing to buyers.

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it really depends. i know our neighbor got PVC and its pretty damn cheap looking. It cracked in a few places and just looks eh. I think overall as long as you have a fence people are happy.

I am really starting to love the look of warm fences with this style. But there is a huge part of me that loves the white picket fence look as well.

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i think pvc adds more value. they also have a trex fence now. the trex looks more like wood if that is what you are into. wood rots and the upkeep is annoying.
we got pvc last summer and are verrrry happy with it. we priced out wood as well and it wasnt worth it.

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PVC... maintenance free, clean looking, lasts longer.

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Does anybody know the difference in cost? I have about 25panels and 2 gates I'm terrified of the cost!

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the pvc was almost double (there are different grades, you want the strongest -illusions is a good brand of pvc and many companies carry it)
my neighbors got a wood stockade 2 weeks before we moved in (we are here over 1.5yrs), their fence has bowed, sagging, and looks like crapola. wood should look good for about 3yrs if you maintain it, and is usually replaced every 7yrs.

pvc was worth it for us. we got have the yard last summer and can hopefully get the other have this summer :)

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PVC for me Once a year I wash it down and it looks like new

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I don't think either add a significant enough value for you to take into consideration because it is really a matter of preference so I would just do whichever you prefer.


Personally, I HATE the PVC fencing but I am sure other people hate wood fencing. In my area, iron and iron with stone work seems to be gaining in popularity.

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I think its called a Shadowbox Fence. I noticed on MANY of the design shows on the west coast you see these types of fences. I have been reading about wood fencing a lot and notice it really depends on the wood that is used. Many wood fences come with a guarantee as well and can last decades. My parents wood fence was up for 20 years but yea you had to go outside and screw in section from time to time. But you can buy that design in vinyl as well. I am glad we don't have the money yet for a fence because I am really torn.

BTW I love iron and pavers!!!

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I think it depends on the property location and the neighboring properties.

I guess to me it's the same as vinyl siding vs cedar siding? It depends where the home is located and what neighboring properties have. Some people value real wood fences or siding over anything vinyl b/c they feel it's less obtrusive and more natural in the landscape setting.

In my old home I used vinyl siding and fencing. In my new home I plan on using cedar fencing (I already have cedar shakes/siding). Wood fits in better with my neighborhood and area but sure, PVC lasts much longer of course.

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I went to a home show this weekend and they had wood grain pvc fences on display.. Very Cool! So it looked like wood, but the low maintenance of PVC.. Came in all difference kinds & colors..I'm hoping to get this later this year.

Here are some google pics

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WOW love that

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yea very nice!!!