What will your fence actually cost?
The installed price depends on the fence length, height, material, construction details and gates—plus the work needed to remove the old fence and prepare the site. A per-foot figure is useful only when those details are defined.
Start by describing the result you want. Privacy from the alley, an open view across the yard and access for a vehicle call for different proposals. When comparing fence contractors in Plano, ask each to price the same route, material and gate scope.
Plano Landscaping offers wood and iron fencing, electric fencing, powered-gate wiring and barbed wire where appropriate and permitted. Those aren’t interchangeable products. This guide focuses first on residential wood and iron decisions, with separate notes for electrical work and restricted applications.
Use local advertised prices as context, not a quote
As one local reference, DFW Fence Experts advertises installed wood fencing at $25–$45 per linear foot and iron at $30–$60 per linear foot. These are that contractor’s published ranges, not a verified market average or Plano Landscaping’s prices. Confirm the actual specifications and exclusions before applying any advertised figure to your yard.
| Published reference | Arithmetic for 150 linear feet | Before using the number |
|---|---|---|
| Wood: $25–$45 per linear foot | $3,750–$6,750 | Confirm height, wood, posts, layout, finish and gates. |
| Iron: $30–$60 per linear foot | $4,500–$9,000 | Confirm product, finish, panel design, installation and gates. |
The totals simply multiply the advertised ranges by 150 feet. They aren’t bids. Your property may fall outside them, and removal, unusual access, gates or other work may be priced separately.
Do not count the same gate twice
Ask how openings are measured. One proposal may include a standard gate in a package; another may deduct the opening from fence footage and list the gate separately. Both can be understandable, but the measurements and inclusions need to match before comparing totals.
Sketch each fence run and mark the openings. Measure along the planned fence line, not the area of the yard. Have the estimator check those measurements before agreeing on the work.
Choose the function before the finish
| Option | What it helps you achieve | What to compare in the price |
|---|---|---|
| Wood privacy fencing | A more enclosed yard and screened views. | Wood specification, picket arrangement, height, posts, rails, trim and finish. |
| Iron fencing | A defined boundary while keeping views open. | Actual metal/product, protective finish, panel style, posts and gate details. |
| Electric fencing | A purpose-specific energized containment system where permitted. | Planned use, site eligibility, system specification and maintenance requirements. |
| Powered-gate wiring | Electrical support for a motorized access system. | Wiring scope, supply route, trenching and responsibility for other gate-system components. |
| Barbed wire | Certain boundary or containment applications where allowed. | Property use, local permission and the complete installation work. |
Electric fencing is not another name for wiring a powered gate. Tell us which you need. Similarly, a quote described as “iron” should identify the actual product and finish; the label alone isn’t a full specification.
For wood, ask what changes between the quoted layouts instead of assuming every privacy fence uses the same amount of material. Local competitor Texas Backyard Living publishes detailed fence specifications, including posts, fasteners, gates and trim. That’s a useful level of detail to request, not a specification we’re claiming to use on every installation.
Plan the gate around what needs to pass through it
List what uses the opening: people, trash bins, a mower, future landscaping equipment or a vehicle. Ask about the usable clear width, not just the nominal gate size. Discuss swing direction, uneven ground and whether the gate will meet a path or driveway.
A gate has its own frame, support and hardware decisions. A wide opening or powered access should not disappear inside a generic fence-footage allowance.
If the gate is powered, separate the responsibilities
Have the proposal identify what is included: the gate itself, operator, wiring, power supply work, access controls, safety devices, setup and handover. Our confirmed service includes powered-gate wiring; don’t assume that means every other component is included in a particular estimate.
LiftMaster’s gate-system guidance explains that entrapment protection is part of a compliant installation. Required protective devices should be established for the selected system, not treated as cosmetic upgrades to remove from the budget. Electrical work should be scoped and performed by appropriately qualified providers.
Name the gate system clearly before comparing prices: plan fence lines and gate access; distinguish electric fencing from powered-gate wiring.
What can change the price beyond materials?
| Site condition | Question to settle |
|---|---|
| An existing fence | Are demolition, old posts or footings and disposal included? |
| Sloping ground | How will the fence follow the grade, and what happens to gaps beneath it? |
| Restricted access | How will materials and equipment reach the fence line? |
| Trees, roots or planting beds | What stays, what needs protection and what requires a separate assessment? |
| Water or changing ground levels | Does the project need drainage or retaining work beyond fencing? |
| Buried irrigation or electrical lines | Who identifies and protects them before excavation? |
| Disturbed lawn or paving | What restoration is included after installation? |
Start with Texas811 for underground utility notification. Its guidance explains that some lines, including some private ones, may not be marked. Ask whether you need additional locating; don’t assume every buried line is covered. Texas811 locating questions.
Sprinklers along the fence line?Plan irrigation adjustments →
Water collects beside the fence?Explore yard drainage →A fence isn’t a substitute for a structure that retains soil. If ground levels differ significantly across the boundary, discuss the condition before installation and explore retaining wall assessment where relevant.
Plano approvals can affect the design and budget
Plano’s Residential Fence Permit Requirements (PDF) calls for a site plan and identifies additional requirements for some constructions. It addresses gate placement, corner visibility, pool enclosures and inspections. Review the current requirements for your property before assuming a design is acceptable.
The handout lists barbed wire among prohibited residential fencing materials. Our broader service offering doesn’t mean it’s appropriate for a Plano residential yard. Electric fencing also needs an address-specific eligibility check before it’s proposed.
The city document directs applicants to the applicable fee schedule and advises checking HOA requirements. Ask who handles the application, fees, inspections and any HOA submission. City approval and HOA approval are separate matters.
Use reliable property information to check the boundary. An existing fence doesn't prove where the property line is. If neighbors are splitting the cost, agree on the position, appearance and payments before authorizing work.
Permit fees and responsibilities
Confirm the proposed height, route, material and gates with the city, and check HOA requirements separately.
Ask whether the estimate includes permit fees, application work and inspections or charges them separately. Check the current fee for your address. A neighboring city's fee may be different.
Compare these details before choosing the lowest total
- Dimensions: each fence run, height, openings and gate count.
- Materials: wood or metal specification, posts, rails, fasteners and finish.
- Construction: proposed post and footing details appropriate to the site.
- Gates: clear opening, frame, supports, hardware and any electrical scope.
- Removal: old fence, posts, disposal and access requirements.
- Approvals: responsibilities, included fees and unresolved allowances.
- Restoration: lawn, irrigation, paving and cleanup.
- Commercial terms: payment schedule, written changes and actual warranty coverage.
If one estimate costs less, ask which details differ. A lower number isn’t evidence of poor work, and a higher number isn’t proof of better work. Clear specifications make that comparison possible.
Use the landscaping estimate checklist to review the broader project terms. Don’t transfer warranties from another service or contractor into the fence proposal.
Where can you simplify without losing the purpose?
Start with the boundary, permitted height, access and privacy you need. Then price appearance choices separately: decorative trim, a different finish or an upgraded gate design. This shows which choices change the budget without leaving essential work undefined.
If damage is limited, ask whether a repair will work. But new pickets won't fix failing supports. Have the condition checked before deciding from appearances alone.
Keep future access in mind. A narrow gate that saves money today may complicate a later sod installation, outdoor living project or equipment visit. Explain those plans during the estimate.
Bring a simple sketch and the decisions that matter
Send your address, rough lengths, photos of the existing boundary, the number of gates and the purpose of the fence. Include known HOA requirements, unusual access and whether you need removal or powered-gate wiring.
You don't need a detailed design to contact us. Tell us what matters most and your budget. We'll discuss the work and what still needs checking.
Request a Fence Installation EstimateFence installation cost questions
Is the per-foot price the final price?
Only if the scope and inclusions make that clear. Gates, removal, approvals, electrical work and restoration may be separate.
Do you offer vinyl or chain-link fencing?
Our confirmed fencing options are wood, iron, electric fencing and barbed wire where permitted, plus powered-gate wiring. This guide doesn’t offer vinyl or chain link.
Does electric fencing mean an automatic gate?
No. Electric fencing is an energized containment system. Powered-gate wiring supports a motorized access system; its other components need a defined scope.
Can I choose barbed wire for a Plano residential fence?
Plano’s residential fence handout lists it among prohibited materials. Confirm permissible options for your address rather than treating it as a standard residential choice.
Will a replacement fence use the same posts?
Don’t assume so. Ask whether existing supports are suitable and whether reuse or replacement is included in the proposal.
Should I get HOA approval before scheduling?
Resolve applicable HOA and city requirements before committing to a design or construction schedule. Ask who prepares and submits each required item.
Sources & pricing notes
Reviewed October 4, 2026. DFW Fence Experts supplies the attributed advertised-price reference; it isn’t an independent market survey. Texas Backyard Living was reviewed for local specification detail. Plano’s official handout supports the local approval discussion, Texas811 supports utility-planning guidance and LiftMaster supports the gate-safety discussion.
Price references checked October 12, 2026. Advertised figures belong to the named providers and are not Plano Landscaping quotes or a market average. Images are illustrative. Confirm current city requirements, selected products and the complete scope in your written estimate before construction.
