Cedar fence installation Milton ONCedar fencing in Milton is a highly desired wood fencing type, and with good reason! There’s an extensive list of why cedar is so popular amongst homeowners and property owners. Milton Fence are proud to provide the highest quality cedar fencing installation in Halton region, with double digit years of experience, an expert eye on aesthetics and a deep understanding of installation techniques given variations of the slope and firmness of the ground, amongst other important factors.
Let’s dive into what makes cedar fencing so special. Here’s a brief list of how it outshines other fencing materials: Eco-friendliness: if you’re one to care about where materials are sourced, what happens to them afterwards, and the potential ramifications on the environment, then cedar is a good choice. We use mature red cedar that is responsible sourced, and have no added noxious chemical preservatives that may leach into the environment (which may be the case in pressure-treated fencing). After a long life, if a cedar enclosure is taken down and completely replaced, the old fence can be safely biodegraded. Strength: Ontario can be subjected to high winds and storms of all types, so it’s important that the barrier that surrounds your property doesn’t crack, break, warp or fall over easily. Cedar has incredible strength and can hold up against the elements for a couple of decades. |
Durability: when comparing the longevity of cedar vs other popular wood species such as pine, cedar wins out. With proper care and maintenance, a cedar fence can last on average 20 years and even up to 25 years before needing a replacement.
Maintenance: this is another advantage of cedar, as the maintenance requirement is nothing more than just an annual inspection and cleaning.
Rot-resistance: when compared to pressure-treated wood (which needs to be chemically preserved to prevent pests), cedar contains natural oils that inhibit the introduction of rot-producing bugs.
Increased ROI: if looking to sell a property that has a cedar fence, the presence of this sturdy and beautiful barrier can increase the value of the home.
Appearance: cedar has a beautiful look and finish, with a slight orange hue that makes it incomparable to other wood species. Unlike certain wood species like treated pine which discolours to an unpleasant green hue over time, the colouring of cedar remains constant throughout many years and develops a nice patina over time.
Cedar sounds too good to be true - why isn’t cedar fencing the automatic choice for wood fencing?
Well, there are some things about cedar fencing that might make one pause, the first one being cost. When compared to pressure-treated fencing, the upfront cost of cedar is often 50% more than that of treated pine, and that is already a barrier that turns some people off. However, if you’re looking at cedar’s lifespan, increased ROI, and reduced maintenance and replacement schedules, the difference starts to narrow.
Another issue is its lower resistance to chronic moisture conditions, i.e. posts being embedded in a moist soil. A good solution to this, however, is to use moisture-resistant posts such as pine along with cedar fence panels.
If you’re seriously considering cedar, but are still “on the fence”, feel free to discuss your options with our expert fence contractors at Milton Fence - we’ll help make the decision-making process much easier for you.
Maintenance: this is another advantage of cedar, as the maintenance requirement is nothing more than just an annual inspection and cleaning.
Rot-resistance: when compared to pressure-treated wood (which needs to be chemically preserved to prevent pests), cedar contains natural oils that inhibit the introduction of rot-producing bugs.
Increased ROI: if looking to sell a property that has a cedar fence, the presence of this sturdy and beautiful barrier can increase the value of the home.
Appearance: cedar has a beautiful look and finish, with a slight orange hue that makes it incomparable to other wood species. Unlike certain wood species like treated pine which discolours to an unpleasant green hue over time, the colouring of cedar remains constant throughout many years and develops a nice patina over time.
Cedar sounds too good to be true - why isn’t cedar fencing the automatic choice for wood fencing?
Well, there are some things about cedar fencing that might make one pause, the first one being cost. When compared to pressure-treated fencing, the upfront cost of cedar is often 50% more than that of treated pine, and that is already a barrier that turns some people off. However, if you’re looking at cedar’s lifespan, increased ROI, and reduced maintenance and replacement schedules, the difference starts to narrow.
Another issue is its lower resistance to chronic moisture conditions, i.e. posts being embedded in a moist soil. A good solution to this, however, is to use moisture-resistant posts such as pine along with cedar fence panels.
If you’re seriously considering cedar, but are still “on the fence”, feel free to discuss your options with our expert fence contractors at Milton Fence - we’ll help make the decision-making process much easier for you.