FENCE GUIDE
Not sure which material is right? Here’s how vinyl, aluminum, wood, composite and chain link compare on look, upkeep and best uses.
QUICK ANSWER
It depends on your goal. Wood costs less up front, vinyl and composite need the least upkeep, aluminum suits pools and open views, and chain link is the most budget-friendly. BlueArc Fencing will help you compare them at a free on-site estimate in Central Ohio.
A quick look at what each material does best.
LOWEST UPKEEP
Vinyl
Clean, paint-free privacy, semi-private, picket and ranch rail.
No painting or staining
UV Guard finish
Privacy heights 4′–8′
OPEN & ELEGANT
Aluminum
Rust-free ornamental fencing for pools, front yards and pets.
Keeps the view open
Black, bronze or white
Heights 3′–8′
NATURAL & BUDGET-FRIENDLY
Wood
Pressure-treated pine or cedar in classic styles.
Stain or paint any color
Stainless ring-shank nails
Pressure-treated posts
WOOD LOOK, LESS WORK
Composite
The warmth of wood without regular staining.
Low upkeep
Privacy and picket styles
PRACTICAL
Chain Link
Budget-friendly and great for pets and property lines.
Open view
Wide gates available
BUILT THE BLUEARC WAY
Set to stay put
Posts below the frost line
3 ft holes, posts ~35 in deep
80–160 lb of concrete per post
Gate posts get the full 160 lb
Handled for you
From estimate to cleanup
Free on-site estimate
Old fence removal
Permit & HOA approval help
Gates & crew
Built for daily use
Walk and drive gates
Wide gates for mowers & trailers
Licensed & insured
Veterans get $300 off. Every job starts with a free on-site estimate, and our licensed and insured crew handles old fence removal and permit and HOA paperwork.
★ Veterans: $300 off
Get a Free Estimate
Start with what the fence needs to do. Each guide shows the styles and materials we install for that job.
FAQ
Still deciding? Our Central Ohio team is happy to help.
Call (614) 245-9999
Which fence material lasts the longest?
Vinyl, aluminum and composite need the least upkeep. Wood can last for years with regular sealing or stain.
Which fence is best for privacy?
Do you offer free estimates?
Can you remove my old fence?
Do you help with permits and HOA approval?
Do you offer a veterans discount?