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Picket, privacy, and custom wood fences built to last
Not all wood fencing is created equal. Round Hill Fence uses locally grown and milled Northern White Cedar – and there is a big difference between that and what the big box stores are selling.
Wood fencing has a warmth and character that no other material quite matches. Done right, it adds lasting value to your property and holds up for decades. Done wrong – with the wrong species, the wrong nails, or thinner components – it becomes a maintenance headache within a few years.
We want you to know the difference before you buy.
The classic choice for keeping in pets and children, adding curb appeal, or giving your home a traditional New England look. Available in a range of styles from simple flat top to decorative pointed pickets.
If you are looking to block noise, block views, or simply create a more private outdoor space, a quality cedar privacy fence is an economical and attractive solution.
Post and rope fencing, dock piling, wooden guardrails for private driveways, and more. If you have a unique fencing need, we have likely done something very similar.
Here is something we are genuinely proud of – most of the wood fencing we sell is made from Northern White Cedar, grown, harvested, and milled right here in Vermont and New Hampshire. We buy local because we believe in supporting the people and communities around us, and because the product is simply better.
Cedar is naturally resistant to decay and insects. It does not need to be pressure treated or constantly painted to hold up. A quality cedar fence installed properly can last 15 to 25 years with minimal maintenance.
Compare that to pine, fir, or spruce – materials some of our competitors and most big box stores use. Without regular painting or staining, you will be lucky to get 5 to 7 years out of those materials. If you are flipping a house, that might be fine. If you are investing in your property for the long term, cedar is the only answer.
We are not in the habit of talking down the competition. But when it comes to wood fencing from big box retailers, there are some things you genuinely need to know before you make a decision.
Species matters – Many panels are made from untreated pine, fir, or spruce. Fine for interior use, not for Vermont weather. And if the ad says “cedar” read carefully – sometimes only the pickets are cedar while the backrails are pine or fir.
Thickness matters – Big box panels use thinner components to cut costs. Thinner wood decays faster and is not as strong. The difference side by side is striking.
The nails matter – Without aluminum ring shank nails your fence may not hold in high winds and wet nails leave rusty drip marks. We use only aluminum ring shank nails that will never rust or stain.
Local vs overseas – Our panels come from local Vermont and New Hampshire mills. Do you know where the big box stores get theirs?
Give us a call and we are happy to walk you through the differences before you buy.
Cedar is naturally resistant to decay and insects, which makes it ideal for outdoor use in Vermont's climate. Pine, fir, and spruce do not have that natural resistance. Without regular painting or staining, pine or fir fencing will begin to deteriorate in as little as 3 to 5 years. Cedar with minimal maintenance can last 15 to 25 years.
No, but you can. Cedar weathers naturally to an attractive silver-gray without any treatment. If you prefer to maintain the original warm color, periodic staining will do that. Painting is also an option. Cedar holds up beautifully either way.
Look closely at the species, component thickness, and the type of nails used. A cheaper panel is almost always cheaper because of compromises in one or more of those areas. Make sure any panel labeled as cedar is cedar throughout - not just the pickets with pine backrails.
A quality cedar fence installed properly typically lasts 15 to 25 years. The actual lifespan depends on installation conditions, drainage, and whether the fence receives any periodic maintenance.
Yes. We install gates to match your fence system in style and material.
Always. Give us a call or send us a message and we will come out and walk through the options with you.
A family-owned Vermont fencing company serving homeowners, farmers, and businesses since 1993. Wicked Nice Fences at Prices You Can Afford.
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