How Salt Air Impacts Fencing on Cape Cod and How to Protect It

Cape Cod's salt air creates beautiful sunsets but destroys fencing faster than you'd think. Here's what happens and how to fight back.

Salt air carries microscopic salt particles that land on your fence daily. These particles pull moisture from the air, creating a corrosive coating that eats through metal and degrades wood. Iron fences rust within months. Untreated wood warps, cracks, and rots years ahead of schedule.

The closer you live to the ocean, the worse the damage. Properties within two miles of the coast face the harshest conditions. Even inland areas around Dennis get hit with salt spray during storms.

Your best defense starts with material choice. Vinyl fences laugh at salt air. They won't rust, rot, or corrode no matter how much salt hits them. Cedar naturally resists salt damage better than pressure-treated pine. Aluminum fencing with marine-grade coating handles coastal conditions without breaking down.

Avoid galvanized chain link near the coast. The zinc coating fails quickly in salt air, leaving bare steel that rusts fast. Choose vinyl-coated chain link instead.

Regular maintenance extends fence life dramatically. Rinse your fence with fresh water monthly to wash away salt buildup. Apply marine-grade sealers to wood fences annually. Check metal hardware twice yearly and replace rusted bolts before they fail.

Position matters too. Fences facing the ocean take more punishment than those protected by buildings or trees. Smart placement reduces salt exposure.

Professional fence installation Cape Cod homeowners trust means choosing materials that survive here. We know which products work and which fail. Our experience saves you money by avoiding materials that can't handle the coast.

Don't let salt air destroy your investment. Choose the right materials and protect them properly.

Contact PRO Fence Co. today:

Cape Cod: 508-394-4800

Address: 133 Upper County Rd. S. Dennis, MA 02660

Website: www.profenceco.com