Vinyl fences are an alternative to cedar fences, where longevity and long-term maintenance costs are a concern. Unlike cedar fences, vinyl will not rot, blister, split, nor crack due to weather and old age. Vinyl can last decades because its material does not break down, whereas the typical cedar fence lasts roughly 20 years. Design options and colors are relatively limited, and the up-front cost is higher than a cedar fence, but the long-term maintenance is practically nothing.