How Much Does Wood Fencing Cost?
Compare typical wood fence installation rates, the choices that affect the final bill, and how to evaluate contractor quotes.
Typical prices by job
| Job | What it involves | Typical range |
|---|---|---|
| Short privacy fence | About 50 linear feet, basic pine | $1,000 - $2,500 |
| Standard backyard fence | About 100 linear feet, common style | $2,000 - $5,000 |
| Large privacy fence | About 200 linear feet, standard materials | $4,000 - $10,000 |
| Premium wood fence | About 150 linear feet, cedar or custom details | $4,500 - $12,000 |
Ranges are typical, not quotes - the price for your job depends on scope and location, so always confirm with the provider.
What affects the price
Total length, fence height, layout, and wood type are major cost drivers. Cedar and other durable woods often cost more than pressure-treated pine, while custom patterns, gates, and decorative caps add materials and labor.
Sloped or rocky ground, roots, old fence removal, and difficult access can increase installation time. Local labor rates and permit requirements also vary; clarify whether the quote includes posts, hardware, cleanup, and any required permits.
How to pay less
Keep the design simple, compare the same wood grade and fence height across itemized quotes, and ask whether scheduling during a less busy season could help. Confirm property lines before work begins and check whether you can handle old-fence removal or cleanup yourself.
Quotes from checked, reviewed providers on Reedleys are easier to compare because you can weigh contractor feedback alongside scope and itemized costs.
Cost questions
Many provide an initial estimate at no charge, though a detailed survey or design plan may have a fee. Ask whether the fee is credited toward the project if you hire them.
A deposit may be requested to reserve the work or order materials. Get the amount, payment schedule, and cancellation terms in writing before signing.
Quotes may use different wood grades, post spacing, hardware, or installation methods. Compare the written scope and warranty, and check whether removal, gates, permits, and cleanup are included.
Recognized Wood Fencing businesses
Wholesale fence materials for contractors and the public in Nashville.
A Toledo-area fence company offering fence sales, fabrication, installation, and repairs for residential, commercial, and industrial projects.
A family-operated fencing company in Shrewsbury, Massachusetts, offering fences, gates, railings, and custom outdoor structures.
Wenatchee fence supplier offering residential and commercial fencing materials and installation.
Chicago commercial, industrial, and residential fence sales and installation.
Chicago fence and gate contractor offering metal, wood, and combined fencing, gates, railings, and structural fabrication.
Baltimore fence and deck contractor offering residential and commercial installations, permits support, financing, and warranties.
Tulsa company offering residential and commercial fencing, gates, and DIY fence materials.
Orlando fence and outdoor property contractor offering residential and commercial fence installation, screen work, pavers, and exterior remodeling.
Installs residential and commercial fencing in Round Lake and across Northern Illinois.