How Much Does It Cost To Install A Chain-Link Fence?
Chain-link fencing costs between $5 and $20 per foot for materials and $10 to $20 per linear foot for installation. Homeowners typically pay $2,194 on average, or between $1,293 and $3,367. Tall, thick-gauge fences cost up to $40 per linear foot, or more than $5,000 total.
*Chain-Link Fence Cost
Chain-link fencing costs between $5 and $20 per foot for materials and $10 to $20 per linear foot for installation. Homeowners typically pay $2,194 on average, or between $1,293 and $3,367. Tall, thick-gauge fences cost up to $40 per linear foot, or more than $5,000 total.
Fences 6 feet or taller, or those with upgrades, are more likely to exceed $5,000. Depending on height and gauge, you can spend up to $40 per linear foot. Labor usually makes up 25% to 50% of the final price. Chain-link fencing is an affordable and popular option for homeowners. It’s great for keeping pets and children safe without blocking the view or the breeze but may not have as high an ROI as fence materials like wrought iron or wood.
*Chain-Link Fence Material Estimates
Materials make up 50% of your overall budget. You’ll need posts every 7 to 10 feet with post caps. The typical residential fencing has 2-inch holes and uses 11.5-gauge wire with posts every 10 feet.
Mesh Pricing per Gauge or Thickness
Gauge refers to the thickness of the metal strands. The higher the number, the thinner each strand is. Thicker mesh lasts longer and provides more security. For standard 2-inch residential mesh, not including labor:
5-gauge: $1.50–$7 per linear foot
9-gauge: $2-$10 per linear foot. Common for ranges.
6-gauge: $4–$20 per linear foot. Used for heavy commercial applications.
Decreasing the mesh size from 2 inches to 1 inch can double or triple the price up to $55 per linear foot.
Chain-Link Fence Post Cost
Posts run an average of $30 each or $3 per linear foot as part of the complete project. For each post, materials run $20 with labor at $10. Most companies will set the posts and come back the next day to start installing the fencing though a few may opt for one-day installations.
Chain-Link Gate Pricing
Residential standard swing gates add $100 to $450 with labor or $50 to $320 for materials alone. Automated commercial rolling gates large enough to allow a car through run $500 to $1,800 or more.
Chain-Link Privacy Slats Cost
Chain-link privacy slats run $5 to $15 per linear foot including labor or $3 to $5 for just the slats. Options include redwood, vinyl, and aluminum. They won’t provide as much privacy as a wood or vinyl fence but come in at roughly half the cost.
*Chain-Link Fence Building Considerations
Besides the obvious material and labor costs, there are a few other considerations to consider when planning this project. These include tools, equipment, building permits, landscaping, and design integrations with wood and other materials.
Equipment and Tool Costs
Equipment rentals can run from $25 to $150 per day for a cement mixer and post hole auger. Professionals include tool pricing in the project price and sometimes as a line item.
Building Permits
Building permits cost anywhere from $25 to $500. Permits requirements and prices vary between municipalities. Check with your local building code enforcement agency for details on local permits.
Landscaping & Natural Barriers
Before you place anything on your property, consider any barriers like trees, bushes, sheds, and driveways. These obstacles add time and expense.
Landscaping costs: $1,400-$5,500 depending on what type you need.
Tree removal prices: $200-$2,000 depending on how many you have.
Working around existing structures adds anywhere from $2-$5 per linear foot.
*Chain-Link Fence Installation Costs
Installation averages $2,000 for a 4-foot fence running 100 feet long. Materials and labor divide roughly in half for the average project. Most homes have a 3- or 4-foot fence in the front yard with a 6-foot fence in the backyard. It’s common to have chain-link in the front yard with wood or vinyl for privacy in the back.
Labor Cost to Put Up a Chain-Link Fence
Labor costs $5 to $20 per linear foot, making up 25% to 50% of the total project. Occasionally, a contractor may work at $25 to $50 per hour, most notably in cases where you supply the materials. For 150 linear feet, labor will run you $1,000 to $3,000, regardless of how they bill.
Chain-Link Fence Removal & Replacement Cost
To demolish an existing length of wire mesh, expect to spend between $3 to $5 per linear foot.
For any old fence you’re removing, ask about its scrap or resale value, which can be upward of $6 per linear foot.
For chain-link in usable condition, try selling it to the contractor for a fee reduction. Some scrap yards will take it too.
Replacing sections runs from $10–$25 per linear foot.
Repairing chain-link fencing costs $300–$700 total.
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