ServiCover📌 Key Takeaway: For a 150-foot backyard, expect roughly $1,500-$3,750 for chain link, $2,250-$6,750 for wood, $3,750-$6,750 for vinyl and $4,500-$9,750 for metal or composite.
Typical 150-Foot Backyard
| Material | Per Linear Ft | 150 ft Total |
|---|---|---|
| Chain link | $10-$25 | $1,500-$3,750 |
| Wood | $15-$45 | $2,250-$6,750 |
| Vinyl | $25-$45 | $3,750-$6,750 |
| Metal / composite | $30-$65 | $4,500-$9,750 |
Extras to Budget For
- Gates: $200-$400 for a walk gate; $600-$1,200 for a double drive gate
- Removal: $3-$5 per linear foot for the old fence
- Height: 4-foot fences cost about 20% less; 8-foot fences about one-third more
- Hard digging: rock or roots can add 15-30%
Before You Build
Call 811 a few days before digging — the utility-locating service is free and marks buried lines so posts don't hit them.
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Is labor a big part of fence cost?
Yes — labor is roughly half of the installed price on most fences.
Is it cheaper to install a fence in winter?
Some contractors offer off-season pricing, but frozen ground can make post holes harder in cold climates.
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