What is the cost comparison between wood and vinyl?
If you compare the cost of vinyl to premium wood, the expense is nearly equal but, generally, the initial cost of vinyl is greater than wood. However, considering the rising costs of lumber and the long-term expenses of maintaining your wood patio cover — annual staining and treating, painting, repairs and replacing — vinyl is the wiser investment. Your vinyl patio cover will surpass the life of your home and is virtually maintenance free! Once installed, all you need to do to maintain your vinyl patio cover is occasionally rinse off dirt and debris with your garden hose. That’s a cost of pennies compared to the thousands of dollars you’ll spend maintaining your wood patio cover.
