A wooden swing set with a slide is a big investment and should be investigated thoroughly before such a purchase. Since these sets can cost between two thousand and ten thousand dollars a piece they are in fact
considered to be a structure.  They are not the swingsets we grew up with years ago.  Consider the size of these wooden jungle gyms because any room you thought you had in your back yard has suddenly become a lot smaller.
Find out how big they are and measure the space you currently have to see if it fits into place. They come with swings, small elevated shelters, rock walls and slides.

It is a difficult decision to make,but a worthwhile one.  Don’t forget in your decision to buy one of these wooden swing sets that you may have the option to resell it.  Since they are so durable and long lasting they will probably stay in he same condition that they were initially purchased.  To keep your wooden swingset in prime condition you may need to stain it depending on what kind of wood it was built with. Redwood and cedar can be  stained. Buying a quality wooden swing set made of large 4x4s’ should last for a long time, like any item you buy, the longevity of it usually correlates to the quality.  Wooden swing sets can be bought with thick 4×4 wood lumber or you could buy it with small 1×4 or 1×6 lumber. The swing sets that you find at a local do it yourself center will usually be small lumber type sets.  The other option is to buy direct from a specialty company that manufactures them and solely profits on them.  They will be better in construction and will usually have some type of warranty on them. They can install them too and will for a small fee reinstall them if you move.  A Big backyard swing set that are this large and expensive can be left at your home  and may be a way to sell your home easier.

Wood Boring Carpenter Bees

Some of the disadvantages of a wooden swingset is the problem with wood boring bees. Depending on where you live you might have a problem with these pests.  The bees can find a swing set in a geographic area or in a city and just a few cities over not be active. They can destroy swingsets fast if they are ignored. The carpenter bees can drill into the wood fast and can penetrate making a catacomb of tunnels. Trying to chase them away and kill them is a twenty four hour battle.  If you don’t find a nest in time the wood peckers can add to the damage and peck their way into the wood to find the bees. Plugging up the holes with steel wool and spraying them is very time consuming and usually the bees always win.  Find a good reputable bug service to spray bi monthly to keep them out.

It is important to remember your local city codes, because they will sometimes prohibit large wooden structures like these.  Also remember your neighbors and the view they may have, try to discuss this so they will not complain or find your swingset offensive.