Fence cost · DFW
What a cedar fence costs in DFW
Typical per-foot ranges from fences we have priced and built east of Dallas. Each number is all in: tear-out of the old fence, steel posts in concrete, cedar board-on-board, trim and stain.
Typical cost per linear foot
| Build | Typical range | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 6 ft cedar board-on-board | $65 to $80 per foot | The most common backyard fence we build. |
| 8 ft cedar board-on-board | $80 to $95 per foot | More cedar per foot and taller posts. |
| New pickets on existing metal posts | $45 to $55 per foot | When the steel posts are sound and only the wood is worn out. |
These are typical ranges only. Every job is priced in writing after a site walk. Size, access, materials, and HOA or city rules change the number.
Two common sizes
120 to 150 ft of 6 ft board-on-board
$7,800 to $12,000
120 to 150 ft of 8 ft board-on-board
$9,600 to $14,250
Worked from the per-foot ranges above.
What the range includes
- Tear-out and haul-off of the old fence
- Steel posts set in concrete
- Cedar board-on-board pickets
- A top trim board
- Stain on the new fence
What moves the number
- Height: 8 ft uses more cedar and taller posts than 6 ft
- Gates, especially double drive gates
- A top cap or a kickboard at the bottom
- Staining both sides, including the neighbor's side
- Slope, trees and roots along the fence line
- Access for the crew and the tear-out
- HOA rules and whether your city wants a permit
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Common questions
Why does a board-on-board fence cost more than side-by-side?
It uses more pickets per foot. The boards overlap so there are no gaps when the wood shrinks, which is why most HOAs ask for it on street-facing runs.
Are steel posts worth it in North Texas clay?
Yes. Clay swells and shrinks with the rain, and wood posts in it rot and lean. Steel posts set in concrete hold the fence straight and outlast the pickets.
Can I finance a fence?
Yes. Fences over $1,000 can be financed through Acorn Finance. Checking your options does not affect your credit score.
A range is a starting point. Your job gets one price.
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