Aluminum Vs. Wood Fencing: Pros and Cons

Whether you’re looking to replace your existing fence or you’ve moved into a home that doesn’t have one, there are quite a few options out there when you’re looking for materials. Two such options are aluminum and wood, and many homeowners struggle to choose between the two.

If you’ve been struggling to figure out which is the best material for your fence installation needs and can’t make a decision, keep reading. We’ll give you a few of the biggest pros and cons of each material so you can make the best and most informed decision possible.

The Costs

No matter what material you choose for your fencing needs, the costs don’t stop with installation. Aluminum is said to be less expensive than wood in many cases, but it is also said to last longer and be more durable as well.

When it comes to the cost of the materials, you have to evaluate a couple of things. The biggest factors to consider are the labor, how difficult it’s going to be to install and build the fence, and ongoing costs to maintain the fence also.

At the moment, wood is quite expensive and aluminum is less expensive. Wood is also a bit hard to find at the moment, which will make it more expensive when you do find it.

Aluminum, on the other hand, is easy to find, durable, and easy to install. In our opinion, if you’re looking for material according to cost, you can’t beat aluminum fencing materials at the moment.

Maintenance

When it comes to any type of fence, you need to consider how hard that fence is going to be to maintain and keep looking new for years to come. The wood fencing material is going to need to be sanded and repainted every couple of years. If you live in an area that sees a lot of inclement weather, you might never make it through the first season with your wood fence. Wood fences can easily rot, chip, or warp if not taken care of properly, and it’s also a home that draws in pests that you don’t want to deal with as well.

Aluminum on the other hand needs very little maintenance and is durable, lightweight, and rust-resistant. Plus pests can’t bed in an aluminum fence, so it’s a great option for any type of weather and climate.

Is Aluminum Better Than Wood?

According to the pros and cons we’ve laid out above, it would seem that aluminum fencing materials are much better than wood fencing materials are. However, the choice has to be yours, and you’ll want to do your own research.

If you’re ready to have an aluminum fence installed on your property, contact us today for an appointment. We are standing by to help you.