Is cutting out the professional installation actually worth your wild? And if so, where do the savings come from?
How much does a professional fencing installation cost?
Let’s say you need 200 linear feet of fencing for your backyard. A professional installation can cost anywhere from $25 to $112 per linear foot. That wide range comes from a lot of factors, such as your fence’s style, the number of gates, and the type of accessories.
But a lot of those factors are outside of your control. Home services in places with higher costs of living tend to cost more. If your neighborhood is dominated by only a few contractors then their prices don’t have to be as competitive. Plus, contractors have to cover their overhead, such as trucks, administrative work, and their sales team.
So professionally installing 200 linear feet of fencing can cost anywhere from $5,000–$22,400.
How much does a DIY fencing installation cost?
Wholesale fencing can cost anywhere from $15.50 to $72 per linear foot. For 200 feet, that comes out to $3,100 to $14,400. In our experience, many basic residential projects fall closer to the lower half.
That range depends on the style you choose, the grade of aluminum (residential, commercial, pet-safe), and any extras like gates or custom colors. But in this case, you are in much more control of those cost factors. See our full cost guide.
How Much can You Actually Save with DIY Wholesale Fencing?
DIY installation with wholesale materials can reduce total project expenses by up to 40% compared to hiring a professional installer. That translates to thousands of dollars. But don’t take our word for it.
“I was looking for a cheaper way to get a fence for my dogs and Aluminum Fences Direct was a great option. Not only is their pricing reasonable, the whole transaction was easy and done online. Probably saved like $2K in having a contractor supply the fence. They were quick to answer questions and always communicated promptly.”
~ Satisfied Kansas City Customer.
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