How long does a split rail fence last?

• <div><p>How long a fence lasts, including a split rail fence, will depend on the material from which it’s made. The <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-long-does-wood-fencing-last.htm">average lifespan of a wood fence</a> is about 15 to 20 years. However, split rail fences made out of premium materials, like composite, vinyl, steel, or aluminum, can last for 25 to 30 years or more, especially if you take good care of the material and carry out necessary maintenance.</p></div>

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Reviewed in September 2024
Davis Stone works designed and installed walkways, stairs, raised flower bed around the house four years ago and it still looks beautiful.
Davis Stone Works
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Reviewed in January 2024
We thought we only needed a few trim boards and soffits, but then soon realized we had some more serious issues to complete such as a total re construct of our breezeway, new roof on the garage, moving of a metal garage, and rebuild of a garage wall. All was done in a timely manner and within...
The Solutions Construction
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Reviewed in May 2023
I will use Z Tree Service again. The tree removal service was excellent and my yard looked better when they left. There wasnÃ¢Â Â t a leaf or branch left behind. They were fast and professional. Definitely top-notch!
Z Tree Care
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Reviewed in April 2023
We hired Primo Roofing to shingle our porch roof on our tenet house. They matched the shingles perfectly with the house roof. From start to finish what an excellent job. Even raked the lawn when they were done. What a great bunch of guys.
Primo Corporation
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Reviewed in May 2022
Chris was very cordial and worked in a timely manner. He fixed the piece of siding that had blown off and secured the skirting around the base of the mobile home. He also soft washed all the outside walls and made them look great. I have given him some more projects to do and I am looking...
FJC Builders
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Reviewed in March 2022
All work was done with complete safety observance: safety for the climber and protection of the adjacent home and garage. 100 foot+ oak trees were felled in sections with precision and extreme attention to placement. The job was completed with logs cut to fireplace length. Job site was left...
Highlander Tree Works
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Reviewed in September 2021
Mark and Caleb did a fantastic job cutting down the trees and stacking the wood in neat piles. They cleaned up all the branches and debris. Mark is the trapeze artist who climbs to the top of the trees to cut them in sections, being precisely careful as to where it lands so as to not harm...
Accelerated Property Management, LLC
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Reviewed in May 2020
Lowell Landscaping built a fence to keep our 2 small dogs safe. After the dogs escaped they were happy to come back and run boards along the bottom of the fence at no cost. We were very impressed and would hire Lowell Landscaping again.
Lowell Landscaping
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Reviewed in April 2020
Since 2015 I've had Brent service my lawn. I cannot express how thankful I am fir his services. My husband came down with cancer so that prohibited him from doing the work himself and that is when we called Brent. Brent does everything from lawn clean up, organizing my garage, mowing my lawn,...
Nickerson Lawn Care
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Reviewed in April 2008
Dealing with Craig and Mitch was like dealing with old friends. They were professional reliable and efficient. The fence looks great and gave us the privacy we wanted, without taking away from the beauty of the surrounding area. HIRE EXECUTIVE LANDSCAPING TODAY.
Executive Landscaping
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Hampton Enterprise LLC

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"I only use James when I need some work done to my house. He responds fast, gets the work done quicker than just about anyone else I've ever used and seems very concerned with leaving his customers happy."

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Serving Chittenden, VT and surrounding areas

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"Excellent! They're doing an excellent job. They've been very good to work with. They're good communicators, and definitely know what they're doing."

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Fencing questions, answered by experts

A fence post set in concrete lasts anywhere from five to over 25 years, depending on how well the concrete was applied and the fence post’s material. Untreated wood posts in concrete could last less than 10 years, but a durable, treated wood set in properly applied concrete could last a few decades. However, all fence posts will wear out eventually, so expect to need to replace your fence post every five to 15 years.

Typically, a fence requires one to two coats of stain. The exact number can vary depending on the porosity of the wood. For specific guidance, it's best to check the manufacturer's instructions. After applying the first coat and letting it dry completely, you can assess the finish. If it appears patchy, uneven, or you want a more saturated color, a second coat is recommended. An extra coat can also help cover lap marks.

Regular cleaning, rust-proof coatings, and checking fasteners help prolong the lifespan.

How long it takes to install a fence depends on the size of the fence; the longer the fence, the longer the install will take. That said, you can typically install a bamboo fence over a weekend for a reasonably sized yard. A team of fencing contractors can likely get your bamboo fence assembled in half a day to a day.

How long a fence lasts, including a split rail fence, will depend on the material from which it’s made. The average lifespan of a wood fence is about 15 to 20 years. However, split rail fences made out of premium materials, like composite, vinyl, steel, or aluminum, can last for 25 to 30 years or more, especially if you take good care of the material and carry out necessary maintenance.

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