Fencing

Make your fence last twice as long with these simple habits

Cleaning, sealing and small repairs that stop a fence from graying, leaning or rotting early.

3 min read · Garden State Exterior Solutions, LLC · Serving all of New Jersey

A fence is exposed to weather 24/7, so a little care goes a long way. The goal is to keep water out and movement under control.

Wood fences

Clean yearly to remove the algae and gray that ages wood.
Seal or stain every 2–3 years — water getting into the grain is what causes rot and warping.
Keep sprinklers from spraying it and trim back plants leaning on it.

Vinyl & aluminum fences

Low maintenance, but they still get a green algae film on the shaded side. A gentle wash once a year keeps them bright. Check that posts are still solid after big storms.

Catch problems early

A wobbly post or a small rot spot is cheap to fix now and expensive to ignore. Most of a fence's lifespan comes down to dealing with water and movement before they spread.

Quick check: push on a few posts each spring. Any give means the footing needs attention before the next storm.

Frequently asked questions

How do I make my wood fence last longer?

Clean it yearly to remove algae and graying, seal or stain it every 2-3 years to keep water out of the grain, and keep sprinklers and plants off it. Water intrusion and movement are what shorten a fence's life.

Do vinyl and aluminum fences need maintenance?

They're low maintenance but still develop a green algae film on shaded sides. A gentle wash once a year keeps them bright, and posts should be checked for stability after major storms.

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