Fence Installation Cost in Dallas (2026)
Average cost in Dallas
US$2,058 — US$11,000
US$18 — US$60 per sq ft
Cost Breakdown
ItemizedLumber (Cedar/Pine), posts, and hardware
45%
Installation, digging, and setting
40%
Tear-out of old fencing and hauling
10%
City of Dallas building permits
3%
Standard or double gate hardware
2%
Sales Tax at 6.25%
📋What's Included
ScopeTypically Includes
- Posts & concrete footings
- Rails & pickets/panels
- Hardware
- Standard gate (1)
- Labor & installation
- Demolition of old fence
Typically Excludes
- Premium materials (wrought iron, composite)
- Extra gates
- Painting or staining
- Permits
- Grading & land prep
Based on a standard 150 linear ft wood privacy fence, 6 ft tall.
🧮Estimate Your Cost
InteractiveEstimated Cost
US$5,980 — US$8,970
Based on 12 sources and market data for Dallas. Actual costs may vary depending on specific project requirements.
📈Price Momentum
Year-over-year~1 year ago
US$4,787
Today
US$5,003
Fence Installation in Dallas is ↑ 4.5% compared to roughly a year ago — about US$215 more on the average project.
Comparison derived from the year-over-year change rate, not a month-by-month price index. We don't store historical snapshots yet — when we do, this will become a real time series.
🏢Top Fence Install Contractors in Dallas
Verified providersStand Strong Fencing of Dallas
1225 E Crosby Rd Apt A23, Carrollton, TX 75006, USA
112 reviews
Curb Appeal Fence Company Dallas
1910 Pacific Ave Ste 17188, Dallas, TX 75201, USA
128 reviews
Provider data sourced from public business directories. Ratings and reviews are public and may change. LookupCost is not affiliated with listed providers.
💬What People Actually Paid
Community❓Common Questions
Dallas sits on expansive black clay soil (Austin Chalk) which requires fence posts to be set at a depth of 30 to 36 inches in concrete to prevent shifting. This typically adds $2 to $5 per linear foot to labor costs compared to national averages.
In the City of Dallas, a permit is required for any fence over 6 feet tall in a backyard or over 4 feet tall in a front-yard setback. As of 2026, the standard residential fence permit fee is approximately $167.
Western Red Cedar is the local standard because it naturally resists the intense Texas heat and humidity, lasting 15-25 years. Pressure-treated pine is cheaper ($18-$34/LF) but often warps within 5-10 years if not stained every 2 years.
Homeowners typically pay an average of $37 per linear foot. Basic side-by-side pine starts around $18/LF, while premium board-on-board cedar with steel posts can reach $55-$60/LF.
📊Our Methodology
How we collect dataAggregated from 5+ verified web sources and cost databases
Licensed contractor estimates and regional cost guides
Government construction and labor statistics
Community-reported project costs and reviews
Last data collection: 2 weeks ago. Updates run weekly. All costs in USD.
About this data
Cost figures are estimates synthesized from public market data using AI research and refreshed regularly. Real project costs vary by scope, materials, contractor, and site conditions. Always get verified quotes from licensed contractors for your specific project.
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