Over the past few years with the cost of production, fuel, and manufacturing, vinyl and wood are now very comparable in price. The initial installation of vinyl fence is a little higher in today’s market, however the overall cost quickly becomes favorable over wood because of the lack of maintenance required over the years to keep the fence looking as new as when it was installed. Unlike a wooden fence, a vinyl fence doesn’t require staining or painting. That means vinyl fencing can look the same 10 years after it is installed.