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Facts About Vinyl Fencing

How strong is vinyl?

Vinyl has five times the tensile strength of wood and four times the flexibility. If your vinyl does become damaged as a result of unusual impact, it can easily be replaced.

Does vinyl become brittle in winter?

Vinyl becomes less flexible when exposed to cold climate, but it’s designed to accommodate normal temperature fluctuations. The added impact modifiers prevent vinyl from breaking or cracking unless it’s exposed to unusual impact.

How does vinyl hold up to weed trimmers?

Direct contact with lawn and garden equipment can damage vinyl fence posts. Use caution when operating such equipment near your fence.

Will vinyl burn?

Vinyl will burn, but unlike wood, once the flame has been removed, vinyl is self-extinguishing.

Can I paint vinyl?

Vinyl is a non-porous material; therefore, paint doesn’t adhere to it well. Only epoxy-based paint will stick to vinyl over an extended period of time. But paint can damage the vinyl’s surface and thus voids the warranty.

Is vinyl graffiti-proof?

Although not classified as graffiti-proof, the non-porous surface makes it difficult for graffiti to adhere to vinyl. Most paint can be removed with ease using a mild detergent and water. For stubborn stains, you may want to use a pressure washer or paint thinner.

Does vinyl fencing resist mold and mildew?

Vinyl fencing is smooth and non-porous, which makes it difficult for mildew to grow. Mildew will form only under the wettest conditions, but is easily removed with water and a mild detergent.

How does the price of vinyl compare to that of wood?

Over time, the price of vinyl compares favorably with wood. Through the years, the cost to maintain a wood fence adds up. Vinyl is virtually maintenance-free, so you won’t spend time and money painting, staining, or repairing a vinyl fence.

What kind of care and maintenance does vinyl require?

Vinyl is virtually maintenance-free. There’s no need to scrape, paint, or stain a vinyl fence. As with most exterior products, our fence may become dirty when exposed to the elements. Pressure washing with a mild detergent and water should keep your vinyl fence looking new. For stubborn stains, use a non-abrasive cleanser and a soft-bristled brush.

Horse Fencing

Wood Vs. Vinyl Fencing for a Horse

By Ketly Hinojos, eHow Contributor

  According to Jeff Beneke, author of "The Fence Bible," a functional horse fence must be "strong and visible" so the horses will not collide into the fence when they are startled.

I want to do this! What's This?

Horses love to nibble on wood fences. Whatever horses find appetizing with wood fencing, they won't find it in vinyl fencing and thus won't chew on it.

To keep horses secure yet visible; most horse fences, whether vinyl or wood, are built with two to five rails. Horses can damage wood and vinyl fences with their legs; but a vinyl fence is stronger than wood, thus less likely to acquire permanent damage.

Wood and vinyl fences can effectively contain the horses so they will not wander or be stolen.

Vinyl fence costs are typically higher than wood fence costs initially; but the cost of vinyl or wood fence for a horse is similar. Depending on the number of rails, the price per foot ranges from $5 to $15.

Most vinyl fence manufacturers provide lifetime warranties on their products; so consider that.

Vinyl Fences Suit Any Purpose

You need a fence for your garden, but can’t decide what type to buy. They all have their pros and cons.  A wooden fence may look good, but it needs painted and maintenance or it may rot. Some people use metal fences, but unless they are aluminum they might rust.  Aluminum fences are very light and have to be well secured, so you don’t want a high wind!

There are also slatted fences, cane fences and simple hedges. Your choice is limitless, but have you considered all of the alternatives?  Why should they all be made from high maintenance materials? Is it the price that is the deciding factor?

How about vinyl fences?  Vinyl fences come in all colors and finishes.  They can look like wood if that’s what you prefer, but without the weight and all the problems.  One advantage of vinyl is that the color goes all the way through.  The color of painted wood is the depth of the paint, and the same is true of metal.  If you scratch a vinyl fence it’s almost unnoticeable, but you cannot say the same of metal.  Their major disadvantage is that they tend to be expensive. 

But when you really look at it, and weight up the benefits of vinyl fences, is that really true? 

Consider these facts:

Vinyl fences don’t rot.  They don’t get attacked by insects.  They don’t corrode like metal. You don’t have to paint them – just buy them the color you want. No need for creosote or preservative.  All you do is put them up.  No nails, no screws – just simple fixings.  They can look the same on each side – your neighbor will love you! The only thing against them is that they cost more than a wooden fence.  But think about it:  no paint, no preservative, a lot less installation work. Perhaps they are not so expensive after all!

There are a few other good things about vinyl fences. They clean easily:  just hose them over.  Other fences need a good scrub, though you usually end up just repainting them.  Make that one payment for your vinyl fence and you don’t have to do any painting two years down the road. You can run a trellis up a vinyl fence easily, and you don’t have to worry about the ivy sucking it dry!  No insects and low maintenance.  Now there’s a plus for a couch potato if ever there was one – low maintenance!

Vinyl fences can be used for gardens and backyards, for sports fields, community areas, and indoor sports applications – and don’t forget vinyl gates to keep your children safe at the top of the stairs!  Vinyl fences can be used wherever you need a barrier, and they can be purchased in a variety of designs from solid fences to bar fences to slats to intricate trellis designs. They are available from garden centers, department stores, local shops and more and more online. Any size, any shape, many colors.

Vinyl fences are very strong and flexible, and considerable easier to fit into intricate and awkward corners and shapes that either wood or metal.  Many gardeners prefer vinyl because it is easy to hose down and does not provide a hiding place for grubs and insects, or mosses, fungi and lichens. It is garden friendly and blends into any garden colors or décor.

If you insist on a wooden or metal fence, by all means buy one, but not before you have at least considered the alternatives.

Top 10 Questions you should ask when finding a fence company.

1: HOW LONG HAVE YOU BEEN IN BUSINESS?
Veteran fence companies that have been around for a long time and that are still in business is usually a solid hint that they are loyal to their customers and do a good job on their installations.

Yoder's Vinyl Fencing has been serving central Ohio since 1998.

2: DO YOU HAVE A SHOWROOM I CAN VISIT?
This allows you to see what you are actually going to have installed instead of just looking at a short section in a brochure or website.

Our showroom is located at 9872 U.S Highway 42 S. Plain City, OH 43064

The Hours of operation are: Monday-Friday between 8:00a.m-4:00p.m

3: ARE YOU A MEMBER OF THE BBB (Better Business Bureau)?
You can almost guarantee that if a company is a member of the BBB, they are reliable and care about their work.

Yoder's Vinyl Fencing has been a member of BBB Since November 21st, 2000.

4: WHAT IS YOUR BBB RATING?
A good BBB rating = a good, honest and dependable company, A bad BBB rating = A Bad experience.

Yoder's currently has a BBB Rating of A+

5: ARE YOU REGISTERED WITH THE STATE?
A Fence company being registered with the state will clarify that they are familiar with the state laws and regulations for installing fences and will save you many headaches from dealing with the state/city about a fence that was installed incorrectly.

Yoder's Vinyl Fencing is not required to register or be licensed by the state.

6: ARE YOU LICENSED, BONDED AND INSURED?
If a company is not licensed, you DO NOT want them to build your fence. and being insured is almost a must every time due to the fact that there is really no way of telling EVERYTHING that is underground, and you want to make sure that a fence company's insurance will be able to pay for any unfortunate happenings.

 Yoder's Vinyl Fencing is Licensed, Bonded and Insured for the Central Ohio area.

7: ARE YOUR INSTALLERS AFA (American Fence Association) CERTIFIED?
While there are many fence installers that are not AFA certified, this is just another way of guaranteeing that you will receive a superior looking fence.

 All of our Installers are trained and certified by our manufacturer.

8: DO YOU HAVE ANY WARRANTY POLICIES? ARE THEY IN WRITING?
Always get as much information about the company's warranty policies as you can. This will give you a better understanding of what action to take if something was to ever happen to your new fence.

We have Warranty Policies in writing for you to view even before you purchase!

9: DO YOU STOCK AND FABRICATE YOUR OWN MATERIALS? OR ARE YOU JUST AN INSTALLATION COMPANY?
This could mean the difference of THOUSANDS OF DOLLARS!!! A company that fabricates and stocks their own material does not have to pay a fabrication company etc. Which means that they are able to charge less for the fence.

 Yoder's is an Installation Company, Our preferred manufacturer is Digger's Specialties - Located in Bremen, Indiana. Which means all of the materials are manufactured here in the US.

10: DO YOU HAVE REFERENCES I CAN CONTACT? ARE THERE PREVIOUS JOB SITES I CAN VISIT?
There is no single better way to determine a good company than to hear it from previous customers PERIOD!

Yoder's Vinyl Fencing has many previous clients that would love to share their experiences and reviews.

Since we've been in business since 1998 - There are many locations that you are able to visit!