Florida's climate is hard on outdoor materials, but a well-installed fence can still last for decades. Here's what to expect from each type.
Typical lifespans
- Vinyl: 25–30+ years with almost no maintenance
- Aluminum: 30+ years, rust-proof
- Wood: 10–15 years with proper sealing
- Chain link: 15–20+ years
Making your fence last
Proper installation matters most — especially setting posts deep enough for our sandy soil. Sealing wood and rinsing vinyl or aluminum a couple times a year also goes a long way.
What about hurricane season?
Hurricane season (June through November) is the real stress test for any Treasure Coast fence. Wind-rated aluminum panels and properly set vinyl posts generally hold up well, since gusts pass through open picket and rail designs instead of pushing against a solid wall. Wood privacy fences and older chain link take the hardest hit, since they catch more wind and often have shallower, weathered post footings. Before storm season peaks, walk your fence line and check for loose pickets, leaning posts, or rusted hardware. Catching these early is far cheaper than a full rebuild after a storm. If you spot damage now, our fence repair team can usually patch it up before the next system rolls through.