Consumer Facts:

New wood left untreated for as little as 6 months will begin to show the effects of nature.

Without proper protection from the elements in as few as 7 years your fence could need to be replaced.

Your fence or deck is a considerable expense in the overall investment of your home. For only a few cents per square foot you can extend the life and natural beauty of your exterior wood.

In 1985, the average cedar fence installation costs $10.00 to $18.00 per linear foot. Today’s average cost for cedar fence installation is $35.00 to $50.00 per linear foot.

Water is one of wood’s worst enemies. Whether in the form of high humidity, rain or sprinkler systems, water causes shrinking and swelling. Water also causes rot or decay of the wood, and accelerates the weathering process.