Wood
$30-$40
Common for privacy fencing and custom backyard lines where the natural look matters more than low maintenance.
Fence Pricing Guide
Real planning numbers for fence footage, gates, and commercial scope.
Use the ranges below to budget by linear foot first, then account for gates, grade changes, tear-out, and hardware. That is the difference between a headline price and a realistic project number.
Wood, vinyl, chain link, aluminum
Gate pricing separated
Commercial planning section
Per Linear Foot Pricing
Installed material pricing for the full residential lineup.
These are planning ranges for standard installs. Heights, style upgrades, difficult access, and tear-out can move the final number up or down.
Vinyl
$40-$70
Chosen for low upkeep, clean panel lines, and stronger long-term curb appeal at a higher upfront price point.
Chain Link
$25-$45
Usually the value option for containment, pet runs, and perimeter security where visibility is acceptable.
Aluminum
$45-$85
Best fit for pool code, front-yard presentation, and ornamental lines where visibility and finish matter.
These numbers are most useful when paired with actual footage. A 140-foot yard with one gate prices very differently from a 140-foot yard with slope changes, tear-out, and three openings.
Comparison Table
Side-by-side material pricing.
This table keeps the budget view simple: price band, best use case, upkeep profile, and the biggest factor that typically moves cost.
| Material | Typical Range | Best Fit | Upkeep | Main Price Driver |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wood | $30-$40 / LF | Backyard privacy and custom layouts | Moderate | Board style, stain or seal plan, and tear-out |
| Vinyl | $40-$70 / LF | Low-maintenance privacy and decorative fencing | Low | Panel style, reinforcement, and gate hardware |
| Chain Link | $25-$45 / LF | Containment, pets, and value-focused perimeter work | Low | Height, coating upgrades, and gate count |
| Aluminum | $45-$85 / LF | Pools, front yards, and ornamental visibility | Low | Panel grade, height, and slope handling |
Planning numbers only. Final pricing depends on height, total footage, gates, site access, demolition, and local requirements.
Gate Pricing
Gates are priced separately because the hardware and framing change the scope.
The fence line may be quoted by linear foot, but gates move into a different budget category once the project needs heavier posts, stronger frames, self-close hardware, or automation.
Walk Gates
$500-$1,500
Typical for side-yard, pool, and backyard entry points where the opening is small and the hardware load is moderate.
- Common add-ons include self-close hinges and keyed latches.
- Pool-code and latch-height requirements can affect final price.
Manual Vehicle Gates
$1,500-$5,000
Manual driveway gates carry more structural cost because the frame, hinges, rollers, and posts have to handle wider openings and daily use.
- Single-leaf and double-drive layouts do not price the same.
- Swing versus slide configuration changes hardware and layout requirements.
Motorized Gates
$5,000-$13,000
Automation pricing varies most because the job may include operators, controls, safety devices, remotes, keypads, and electrical coordination.
- The gate frame still has to be built correctly before automation is added.
- Power source, controls package, and safety accessories move the budget fast.
Commercial Section
Commercial fencing is scoped by spec, access control, and jobsite conditions.
Commercial projects are rarely just a longer version of residential work. Security level, operating hours, vehicle flow, tenant coordination, and code requirements matter early.
Typical Commercial Band
$35-$95+ / LF
Commercial work usually starts above basic residential scope once heavier framework, access points, screening, or active-site logistics are part of the job.
Where Commercial Pricing Moves
Pricing changes quickly when the scope includes warehouse perimeters, HOA common areas, dumpster enclosures, school grounds, athletic spaces, or controlled vehicle entry.
- Security chain link with barbed wire or privacy screening
- Ornamental aluminum for managed properties and visible frontage
- Slide gates, access control, and operator integration
What We Need to Price It
A useful commercial quote needs total footage, opening sizes, hardware requirements, site access limits, and whether the work must happen around active operations.
- Security level and fence height
- Gate count and access-control requirements
- Phasing, scheduling, and traffic coordination
Commercial estimates tighten up fastest when the site plan and gate schedule are defined. If the opening count, operator package, or security spec is still open, the range will stay broad.
Next Step
Use the table for budgeting, then quote the actual layout.
Once the footage, gate count, and site conditions are known, the estimate becomes specific instead of generic. That is the number worth making decisions from.