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average cost Average: $2,500-$3,000
 



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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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