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How Much Does a Fence Cost?

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Typical costs:
  • An "average" backyard fence of 200 linear feet costs about $2,500-$3,000, with gates adding $100-$250 or more depending on size and style, according to a Virginia construction company. Actual prices depend on the type and height you choose, the total length and the number of pedestrian/vehicle gates. Costs also vary considerably in rural and urban areas, depending on the local economy.
  • A yard 50 feet wide and 100 feet deep needs about 300 linear feet of fencing; surrounding an acre takes about 1,070 linear feet. The examples below assume two gates, one for pedestrians and one for vehicles:
  • Chain link is relatively low cost, durable and easy to install. For a 4-foot-high fence around 300 linear feet with two gates, materials alone run $1,800-$2,500; having it installed bumps the cost up to $2,400-$3,300. For an acre with two gates, materials run $6,800-$8,900 and installation bumps it to $9,000-12,000.
  • A 300-foot-long 4-1/2-foot high three-rail wood "ranch" fence with two gates costs around $4,500-$5,500; for an acre, it's $11,500-$13,500. Having the same fence installed in durable, low-maintenance vinyl will double those prices, if not more. You save about 40-50 percent if you buy your own materials and can build it yourself.
  • A 3-foot-high 300-foot-long picket fence (with two gates) is about $6,000-$9,250, installed; for an acre it's $20,000-$30,000. Having someone install a 6-foot-high cedar privacy fence runs about $11-$18 a linear foot, or $3,300-$5,400 for 300 feet with two gates; a similar fence around an acre would be $12,100-$19,800. Again, doing it yourself saves about 40-50 percent.
What should be included:
  • HGTV.com gives an overview of the different types of fencing while ThisOldHouse.com gives a list of what to keep in mind when deciding on a fence and instructions for building four distinctive wooden fences.
  • Basic moving of shrubbery
  • Installing fence, posts and retaining wall boards
  • Use of pressure treated wood for the posts and wall boards
Additional costs:
  • Steep slopes, unusual obstacles and additional gates are some of the factors that can add to your costs.
  • Adding ornamentation, such as a decorative lattice on top of the fence
Shopping for a fence:
  • YourFenceStore.com display pictures, information and prices on wide variety of fencing materials. Fencing manufacturers Master Halco and Hoover provide estimating calculators for different types of fences, plus referrals to local contractors.
  • If hiring a contractor, get (free) estimates from several companies. Be sure they're properly bonded and insured, licensed in your state and don't have many complaints with the Better Business Bureau. Request (and check) references from satisfied customers.
Article updated February 2007
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Amount: $3,400.00 Fence in Georgia
Posted by: Lesily Bumbus in Loganville, GA.Purchased: October, 2007
Linear Feet: 285Type of Fence: 4 foot picket
I got a great picket fence for half of the average of picket fences mention in the article. The fence came with a lifetime installation warranty and ended up being way more then I had ever imagined. The company is called Production Fenceworks & Associates. Their web site is http://www.productionfenceworks.com
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Amount: $1,700.00 split rail
Posted by: Fleming Restoration in lawrence, KS.Purchased: April, 2008
Linear Feet: 200Type of Fence: split rail
3 gates of 1x4 cedar 36in w x 48in tall
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Amount: $1,700.00 split rail
Posted by: Fleming Restoration in lawrence, KS.Purchased: April, 2008
Linear Feet: 200Type of Fence: split rail
3 gates of 1x4 cedar 36in w x 48in tall
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Amount: $1,700.00 privicy
Posted by: jack in lincoln, NE.Purchased: April, 2008
Linear Feet: 240Type of Fence: cedar dogear
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Amount: $3,300.00 Fence Replacement
Posted by: Joe Adams in Katy, TX.Purchased: September, 2008
Linear Feet: 143Type of Fence: Cedar dog ear
Remove and haul off old fence. Construct new 1X6X6 cedar picket with rot board and includes 3rd rail and 4X4 posts in concrete and one gate.
Other prices were $3600 and $4000 for same.
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Amount: $0.00 Treated Pine Fence
Posted by: Arthur Barron in Katy, TX.Purchased: September, 2008
Linear Feet: 100 lfType of Fence: Treated Pine
With reference with Joe Adams in Katy, Tx; (Fence Replacent). And if you can give the contractors name to me, thanks..but I have a need for a replacement fence (thanks to Ike), treated pine, much like Mr. Adams, but treated pine..and only about 100lf. I had a estimate for $2376 from a local builder..no "take away", put the old on the drive..blah,blah..! Want 1/2 $ before the works starts, 1/2 after the project is done.

Nawwwwwww..no deal folks. I've been a heavy constuction estimator for 32 years. The best price that I could estimate would be $1800 and that's with extras..profit, etc..ect..
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Amount: $5,500.00 Remove Old/Install New Fence
Posted by: Thad in Atlanta, GA.Purchased: October, 2008
Linear Feet: 413Type of Fence: Pine Treated Privacy Fence
Old split-rail fence removed. Installed new 6' privacy fence with dog-eared planks between 4x4 posts (in concrete). Two gates. I think this is a great price for 413 linear feet. And it's firmly constructed. Work completed in two days.
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Amount: $15.00 Fence Pricing
Posted by: crs1981 in Buford, GA.Purchased: October, 2008
Linear Feet: 100+Type of Fence: treated pine privacy
You guys on here are getting some great prices. I have been installing privacy fence know for 5 years and im currently pricing it between $15.00 and $18.00 per foot depending on the landscape and other variables I have to deal with. Also I should mention I dont use nails its all screws post concreated atleast 18" deep and det 24hours before framing. I have seen some of mentioned above companies work and lets just say repost in a year and tell us what your fence looks like.
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Amount: $19.00 Dog eared cedar
Posted by: A user in southern CA in Southern California, CA.Purchased: 2008
Linear Feet: Type of Fence: Dog eared cedar
pricing in southern california is around 19.00 to 25.00 per lin foot for a standard dog eared cedar fence. this price does include demo and haul off of old fence. Gates are extra at 250.00 to 350.00
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Amount: $14.50 cedar
Posted by: a user in shreveport, LA.Purchased: January, 2009
Linear Feet: Type of Fence: cedar dogear
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Amount: $2,680.00 Xtreme Fence
Posted by: Shannon Smith in Cumming, GA.Purchased: January, 2009
Linear Feet: 204'lfType of Fence: ornamental galvanized steel
I just purchased an ornamental galvanized steel fence from Xtreme Fence Mfg. in Cumming, GA. They were able to beat all the other contractors bids with a far supirior product bar none. They also can deliver what they say. The whole process was turn key. We did alot of research and nothing else compared. Brian was our sales person and you could not have asked for a better experience.
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Amount: $1.00 Fencing cost
Posted by: Gateman in Baton Rouge, LA.Purchased: February, 2009
Linear Feet: 1Type of Fence: privacy
This is my rate in Louisiana best price around
Guardian Gates LLC 225-287-3456
6 ft pine treated $16.50 per ft.
same in cedar $18.50 per ft.
8 ft pine treated $19.00 per foot
same cedar $21.00
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Amount: $250.00 chain link fence
Posted by: roy hicks in mesa, AZ.Purchased: March, 2009
Linear Feet: 23Type of Fence: chain link
I needed 23 feet of chain link to finish an entrance gate to my property. I called for 2 quotes both came in at about 800 dollars. This motivated me to do it myself. I dug the holes and cemented the poles.A neighbor showed me how to install the fabric. Its done and looks good. I saved over 500 dollars. From now on I will do my own home repairs if possible. No more making contractors rich.
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Amount: $6,714.00 Installation Estimates
Posted by: Jen&Mark in Concord, NH.Purchased: April, 2009
Linear Feet: 197Type of Fence: Stockade
I am suffering a bit of sticker shock over the first estimate we got for fencing in the yard for the dogs. 6 x 8 PT stockade with 2 5"gates, 4x4PT posts, cement and hardware came in at$1350.00...installation came in at $5417.00. This seems a bit HIGH, especially in times like these...any thots??
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Amount: $9,485.00 installation
Posted by: Matthemmis in Kissimmee, FL.Purchased: April, 2009
Linear Feet: 350Type of Fence: Vinyle
I got an estimate from lowes for installation and for the fence. This was crazy. We are getting more estimates. I will update you
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Amount: $5,200.00 Pool Fence Installation Cost
Posted by: a user in Deposit, NY.Purchased: April, 2009
Linear Feet: 85Type of Fence: Aluminum
Had to install an AlumiGuard 54" high white decoritive fence around our in-ground pool.. The cost of materials runs about 2500... but the labor is what really gets my panties in a bunch..another 2500 for 3 days worth of work.. Well ...I'll be paying this fence off for a few years thanks to my credit card!
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Amount: $2,600.00 Fence in Georgia
Posted by: bwh in Kennesaw, GA.Purchased: April, 2009
Linear Feet: 231Type of Fence: Treated Dog Ear
I received a quote from Fortified Fence in cumming, ga today and it was the best out of 3 quotes. $11 per linear ft
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Amount: $1,250.00 Fence estimates & pricing
Posted by: Super Fence Man in Sylvan Lake, Other.Purchased: May, 2009
Linear Feet: 175Type of Fence: PT wood
I did my own design up in acad, estimated the material quantities, including conc & associated hardware and came up with $1250.00. My contractor neighbor wants about $50-$100 ($2000 for the job) per hour, based on my calculations, for his labour! Is he outta his tree??? My labour is FREE! Do-it-yourself people! Don't let a contractor take you to the bank for something any joe blow could do! Geeeeez, it's just a freakin fence, not the Eifel Tower!
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Amount: $0.00 Fence install pricing
Posted by: Super Fence Man in Sylvan Lake, Other.Purchased: May, 2009
Linear Feet: 175Type of Fence: PT wood
$100.00/hour is absolutely highway robbery!!! NO CONTRACTOR IS WORTH EVEN $50.00/hour!!!
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Amount: $2,000.00 Fence install pricing
Posted by: Conscientious Dissenter in Contractorville, AK.Purchased: May, 2009
Linear Feet: 175Type of Fence: PT wood
I am wondering how "your calculations" are a fair way to judge your neighbor. $2000 for 175 feet of fence is only $11.50 per foot. Besides, who are you to say that no contractor is worth $50/hr? Does he come to your office and tell you that you do nothing but sit on your butt all day so you are not worth the amount that you get paid? No he does not so keep your rude presumptuous comments to yourself.
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Amount: $4,250.49 fence
Posted by: juan 1 in arlington, TX.Purchased: May, 2009
Linear Feet: 170Type of Fence: wood fence
Im doing a 70linear ft 8ft tall and 100 linear ft is going to be 6ft tall and the company is charging me 4250.49 is this right or not.
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Amount: $10,000.00 4 rail ranch fence
Posted by: Jonathan in Cumming, GA.Purchased: June, 2009
Linear Feet: 1000Type of Fence: 4 rail ranch
I am a local farmer who installs fence for myself and others on the side. I charge $10 LF for 4 rail, $8.75 LF for 3 rail fence.
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Amount: $2,500.00 6 Foot Vinyl Privacy
Posted by: Rob in Woodhaven, MI.Purchased: June, 2008
Linear Feet: 100Type of Fence: Vinyl
Purchased the fence materials and did the install myself. This included a gate too. It was time consuming but I saved a ton of cash and the fence is perfectly straight and square. Plus the fence material isn't that cheap garbage Lowe's and HD sell, this was from fencecenter.com.
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Amount: $7,300.00 6\\\' Aluminum Fence and Installation
Posted by: Mark H in Philadelphia, PA.Purchased: May, 2009
Linear Feet: 290Type of Fence: 6\\\' Alumni-guard Belmont
Seems a bit pricey, but then again, this is Philadelphia. No gates, but it\\\'s a hilly wooded lot.
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Amount: $0.00 cost
Posted by: jerome in Santa Ana, CA.Purchased: July, 2009
Linear Feet: 40Type of Fence: cedar
These prices quoted per linear ft. Is this for labor only?
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Amount: $6,000.00 Backyard fence
Posted by: a user in Austin, TX.Purchased: June, 2009
Linear Feet: 400Type of Fence: Cedar Pickets
Metal support poles and two gates with running boards on 120 feet in the front.
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Amount: $2,595.00 3 rail site built - marietta GA
Posted by: Matt F in Marietta, GA.Purchased: July, 2009
Linear Feet: 261Type of Fence: 6\'0\" Dog-ear press treated pine privacy
$9.94 linear ft w/ 2 gates. parts and labor
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Amount: $425.00 Post replacement 6ft cedar fence
Posted by: Daiun in Newcastle, WA.Purchased: July, 2009
Linear Feet: 1Type of Fence: 6ft cedar
Estimate for 4x4 post replacement $425. Estimate to stub post $325.
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Amount: $0.00 Need Split Raill Installed
Posted by: Jasoncincy in Cincinnati, OH.Purchased: July, 2009
Linear Feet: 240Type of Fence: Split Rail
I have all materials on site including concrete. What should i be paing for labor on this job. Yard is pretty much all level. First estimate was $2100. Is that high ?
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Amount: $1,750.00 6 foot fence replacement
Posted by: Jimmy Vera in Corpus Christi, TX.Purchased: August, 2009
Linear Feet: 120Type of Fence: 6ft Cedar
Included was old fence removal, removal of large tree in fence line, cemented 4x4 post, 3rd rail, gate and cedar pickets.
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Amount: $5,226.00 6 foot privacy fence with gate
Posted by: Happy Property Owner in Cincinnati, OH.Purchased: September, 2009
Linear Feet: 278 ft plus 12ft drive gateType of Fence: 6 ft privacy, treated pine
Eads Fence Co (Cincinnati OH). Cost for almost 300 ft of fence, plus 12 ft wide double drive gate matching the fence, all installed. Posts went up in one day, stringers and boards the next. Very fast and efficient. Cost a little higher than other companies in area, but work is spectacular. No more prying eyes from the neighbors and no more wandering dogs on my property!
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