Vinyl / PVC Fences
Low maintenance, high durability. Vinyl fencing gives you lasting beauty without the upkeep.
The Best Low-Maintenance Fencing Option
If you want a fence that looks great year after year without the hassle of painting, staining, or constant repairs, vinyl fencing is your answer. Also called PVC fencing, this material has become incredibly popular with Gary homeowners who value their time and want their property to look sharp without the ongoing maintenance work that wood requires.
Here's what makes vinyl fencing special: it never needs painting or staining, it won't rot or rust, insects can't damage it, and it stands up remarkably well to our Gary weather. Rain, snow, heat, humidity - vinyl handles it all without breaking a sweat. The color goes all the way through the material, so even if it gets scratched (which is rare), you won't see a different color underneath like you would with painted wood.
Why Homeowners Choose Vinyl Fencing
Let's talk about the real benefits you'll experience with a vinyl fence. The big one is maintenance, or rather, the lack of it. Your "maintenance" consists of occasionally hosing it down if it gets dirty. That's it. No sanding, no painting, no staining, no sealing. This saves you both time and money over the years.
Vinyl also gives you consistent quality. Every board looks the same, with no knots, no warping, and no variation in color. If that uniform appearance appeals to you, vinyl delivers. And despite what some people think, vinyl fencing is quite strong. Quality vinyl fencing can withstand significant wind loads, and it won't sag or lean over time when properly installed.
The other major advantage is longevity. While wood fences might last 15-20 years with good maintenance, quality vinyl fencing can easily last 30 years or more. Many manufacturers offer warranties of 20-30 years or even lifetime warranties, showing their confidence in the product's durability.
Vinyl Fence Styles We Install
Vinyl fencing has come a long way from the basic white picket fences of decades past. Today's vinyl fencing comes in numerous styles, colors, and textures. Here are the most popular options we install in Gary:
- Privacy fences with tongue-and-groove boards for complete privacy
- Semi-privacy fences with small gaps between boards for airflow
- Picket fences in various heights and styles for front yards
- Ranch rail fences for a clean, open look
- Lattice top fences combining privacy with decorative appeal
As for colors, white remains the most popular choice, but tan, gray, and wood-grain finishes are increasingly common. The wood-grain options give you the look of wood without the maintenance, though they do cost a bit more than solid colors.
Quality Installation Makes All the Difference
Even the best vinyl fencing can fail if it's not installed correctly. The posts need to be set properly in concrete, and the fence needs room to expand and contract with temperature changes. Vinyl expands more than wood when temperatures rise, so proper installation accounts for this movement. Cut corners on installation, and you'll end up with buckling panels or posts that pull out of the ground.
We use heavy-duty posts and premium vinyl that's designed for our climate. Cheaper vinyl can become brittle in cold weather or fade in the sun, but commercial-grade vinyl holds up beautifully. It costs more upfront, but the difference in durability and appearance is significant. When you're planning to have this fence for 30+ years, it pays to do it right from the start.
One thing to note: vinyl isn't the cheapest fencing option. It typically costs more than chain-link and sometimes more than wood, depending on the wood species. But when you factor in decades of virtually zero maintenance, the total cost of ownership often makes vinyl the most economical choice over time.