
Trex vs. Cedar Fencing: Which Is Best for Utah Yards?
Comparing Trex composite and cedar fencing for Utah homeowners — cost, maintenance, durability, and which material wins in our unique climate.

Every spring, our phones start ringing off the hook. Utah homeowners have been staring at their damaged or outdated fences all winter and are finally ready to do something about it. And every year, the same thing happens: we book up fast, and some homeowners end up waiting until late summer or fall to get their fence installed.
If you're thinking about a new fence this year, here's why booking early in spring gives you a real advantage.
Spring and early summer are peak season for fence installation in Utah. Most of our customers want their fence done before summer entertaining season — barbecues, pool parties, kids playing in the backyard. We do our best to accommodate everyone, but there's a limit to how many projects we can run at once. Homeowners who contact us in March and April get their preferred dates. Homeowners who wait until June are often looking at late July or August slots.
Spring offers the ideal conditions for fence installation. The ground has thawed from winter, temperatures are mild, and we're not yet into the intense heat of a Utah summer. Post-hole digging is easiest in spring, which keeps labor time down and your project on schedule.
There's nothing better than heading into Memorial Day weekend with a brand new fence already installed. Your yard is ready for outdoor living, your kids and pets have a safe space to play, and you can enjoy the whole summer without a construction project hanging over your head.
Permits and HOA approvals take time — often 2–4 weeks. If you start the process in spring, those lead times work in your favor. If you wait until summer, you may find yourself still waiting for approvals while the best installation windows pass.
ABF Fencing is booking spring installations now. We serve Salt Lake City, Ogden, Provo, Lehi, Draper, Sandy, Herriman, and all of northern Utah. Contact us today for a free estimate and let's get your project on the calendar.
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