Cost to Install a Chain Link Fence

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Non-discounted retail pricing for popular: 6 feet tall. 12.5 gauge galvanized chain link fabric. 16 gauge galvanized steel posts. 17 gauge galvanized steel rails. Calculated purchase quantity includes overage for typical waste and small future repairs.

Basic labor to install chain link fence with favorable site conditions. Layout post locations. Dig post holes up to 3' deep. Set steel posts in concrete at 8' spacing. Install and secure 6' tall chain link fabric between posts. Includes planning, equipment and material acquisition, area preparation and protection, setup and cleanup.

Cost of related materials and supplies typically required to install chain link fence including: fasteners, post concrete and connectors.

Job related costs of specialty equipment used for job quality and efficiency, including: 8" diameter post hole auger, 12" miter saw, pneumatic nailer and portable concrete mixer. Daily rental. Consumables extra.

Remove rails and panels. Remove posts and concrete base - at spacing no closer than 8 LF. Remove materials from premises. For wood, vinyl and cyclone fencing to 6 FT tall. Material cost includes dump fee.

Costs to load, haul away and dispose of old materials, installation waste and associated debris.

Balance of 2 hr(s) minimum labor charge that can be applied to other tasks.

In September the estimated cost to Install a Chain Link Fence starts at $28.45 - $43.66 per linear foot. Use our Cost Calculator for cost estimate examples customized to the location, size and options of your project.

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Labor

Labor typically costs $3 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 usually run you $1,000 to $3,000, regardless of how they bill.

Contractors charge more for taller fences, custom sizing, unusual shapes, and if they need to do any excavation or fence removal work.

Gauge or Thickness

Gauge refers to the metal strands&#; thickness. The higher the number, the thinner the strand. Thicker mesh lasts longer and provides more security. Below are prices for standard 2-inch residential mesh, not including labor:

• 11.5-gauge: $1.50&#;$7 per linear foot. Light, thin wire.

• 9-gauge:$2-$10 per linear foot. This is the most common size for residential fencing.

• 6-gauge: $4&#;$20 per linear foot. Typically used for heavy commercial or security applications.

Decreasing the mesh size from 2 inches to 1 inch can double or triple the price up to $55 per linear foot.

Diamond Size

The smaller the diamond size of the chain-link fencing, the stronger and more expensive it is. Below are typical material prices for the most common diamond sizes:

• 3½&#; x 5&#;: $2&#;$5 per linear foot

• 2&#; x 2&#; (most common residential size): $3&#;$8 per linear foot

• 1&#; x 1&#;: $8&#;$15 per linear foot

Posts

Posts run an average of $30 each or $3 per linear foot as part of the complete project. For each post, materials run $20 (including the concrete to set them) and labor at $10. Most companies set the posts and come back the next day to start installing the fencing, though a few may opt for one-day installations. Most posts are made from metal, and this is the most economical and sturdy option, but some homeowners opt for more expensive wooden posts for a natural aesthetic. 

Gate

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.

Privacy Slats

Chain-link privacy slats run $5 to $15 per linear foot including labor or $3 to $5 for just the slats. These strips can be woven through the chain links, and 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. 

Paint

If you don&#;t have a powder coating on your chain-link fence, you can add color and an element of protection by painting it. However, it isn&#;t a quick job, it&#;s difficult to cover all the intricate fence diamonds, and the fence often needs several coats. A primer goes on both sides of the fence first, and then you&#;ll need to apply at least two coats of exterior-grade paint. Expect to pay $50 to $100 for supplies or $5 to $8 per linear foot to have a professional do this for you.

Old Fence Removal

To demolish an existing length of wire mesh, expect to spend between $3 to $5 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. Scrap or resale value can be upward of $6 per linear foot.

Excavation

For quality installation, the land the chain-link fencing is set in needs to be level and clear of large trees, shrubs, and roots. The cost to grade and excavate land is typically $40 to $150 per hour.

Permits

Building permits cost anywhere from $25 to $500.These are sometimes a legal requirement for security around things like pools or livestock, and often stipulate specific diamond sizes. Permit requirements and prices vary between municipalities. Check with your local building code enforcement agency for details. 

Additional Hardware

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. 

Additional Landscaping

Before you place anything on your property, consider barriers like trees, bushes, sheds, and driveways. Working around existing structures adds anywhere from $2 to $5 per linear foot.

Individual tree removal costs average at $750 and tree stump removal costs are around $345.