Fence cost depends on the fence you specify and the site where it will be installed. A single per-foot figure can leave out gates, removal, difficult access and changes in grade. Request a written estimate for your property before setting the final budget.
Start with length, height and material
Sketch the proposed fence line and mark each gate. Note approximate length and height, the material you prefer and whether the fence is for privacy, a boundary or another purpose. Confirm the property line with appropriate survey information rather than assuming the old fence marks it.
ProDecks’ fence installation page describes wood, vinyl, aluminum, chain link, composite and split rail options. Compare the exact product, panel style, posts and finish in each quote. Our wood versus vinyl guide covers material questions.
Site conditions and access
Slope, soil, roots, existing landscaping and the route for materials or equipment can change the work. Send photos showing the proposed line and access beside the house. Ask how stepped or sloped sections will be handled and whether clearing is included.
Gates and existing fence removal
Specify each opening and its intended use. A walk gate and a wider equipment opening need different components. Ask whether the quote includes posts, hardware, removal of the old fence, disposal and restoration of disturbed areas. Do not assume these are included in a basic linear-foot comparison.
County fence permits: correct the common assumption
New Castle County’s fence FAQ exempts ordinary fences from building permits except pool barriers. Floodplain review, zoning, visibility and private restrictions may still apply. Confirm the address jurisdiction: the incorporated City of New Castle publishes its own forms and review process.
A fence’s material alone does not establish that a pool barrier meets all requirements. Tell the team when a fence serves a pool and confirm the complete layout and gate details with the responsible authority.
Repair versus a new fence
If only part of the fence is damaged, compare post, panel and gate repair with replacement. The condition of adjacent sections and available matching materials matter. A targeted repair and an entirely new fence deliver different outcomes; compare what each proposal resolves.
Compare written quotes for the same scope
Ask each estimate to identify:
- Fence length, height, product and finish.
- Posts, panels, corners and gate components.
- Removal, disposal, access and site preparation.
- Applicable approval and utility-locate responsibilities.
- Exclusions and how unexpected conditions are priced.
- Current product information and any written warranty terms.
The price must follow the agreed work. General online ranges are not a current ProDecks quote or a verified local average. Send your address, measurements and photos to discuss a project-specific estimate.
