Plentiful options are available in the market when you are looking for a fence. Some fencing choices are budget-friendly, while others can dig a deep hole in your pockets. Every American’s dream is a clean white semi-privacy vinyl fence as it is low maintenance, durable, and fairly priced. Vinyl fences are growing in popularity and slowly replacing wooden and metal ones. The traditional fencing options might still be a rage, but the vinyl fence is slowly catching up. However, when buying a fence, many factors come to mind, and above everything else, we think about the price. While many claim that vinyl fences are expensive, it’s also a one-time investment as they last for numerous years and are extremely easy to maintain.
Vinyl fences
A vinyl fence is made from PVC (polyvinyl chloride). These fences are quite popular for their durability, affordability, and low maintenance characteristics. There are a multitude of vinyl fence styles that can help you find the perfect fence that matches the aesthetics of your estate. As per the LawnStarter, the vinyl fence costs between $2,181 to $6,089, and the national average price is around $4,135. However, the cost of a vinyl fence doesn’t just end there. The price is affected by the fence color, design, gate, terrain, and permits.
Cost estimate by fence size
Most fence suppliers charge for a fence installation by the linear foot, which is why the size of your vinyl fence is the deciding factor of the final cost. Homeowners around the US pay $17 to $38 per linear foot. Here at Duramax Fences, we use the fencing calculator. After an on-site consultation, we provide you with an accurate estimate to help you figure out the accurate price of the project. Some contractors charge not only by linear foot yet also by the count of preassembled fence panels and by the hour required for the installation. By choosing Duramax Fences, you can save 29% on labor and fencing during installation.
Other factors affecting the cost of a vinyl fence
Depending on the objective for fence installation, the aesthetics, the features, and the terrain, the overall cost of a vinyl fence can be lower or higher than the average. Here are a few other factors that can affect the cost of a vinyl fence.
Design of the fence
A semi-privacy vinyl fence comes in versatile designs and styles that can accentuate the aesthetics of the lawn. However, picket, standard privacy, and lattice-top fence lines featuring decorative styles and designs are more costlier than plain split rail fencing. Design is a huge deciding factor about the cost of the fence, and intrinsic styles require more customization, which can spike up the prices.
Color of the fence
Vinyl fence comes in varied colors, and you don’t have to repaint the fence. The most familiar vinyl fence colors are solid black, solid white, and wood-grained styles that replicate the regal appeal of wood. The plain white vinyl fence doesn’t only look good, but it also costs much less than other colored vinyl fences. Looking at the price range, the white vinyl fence is the cheapest, and the black ones are the most pricey. The wood-grained Duragrain fence is reasonably priced and costs somehwere in the middle. You can, however, find many different designs of fences in varied finishes and colors, but then there is a great deal of matching and mixing you have to do before deciding the aesthetics you want.
Fences with gates
When you plan to add a fence gate, there is additional security, and the costs also spike up. In addition, the fence gate needs hardware and additional labor for installation, which can significantly increase the cost of the standard fence panels. A fence gate comes in different sizes and shapes. The variations include single or double fence gates, manual or automatic vinyl gates, and, most importantly, ornately designed gates. The single manual gates cost lower, while the customized automatic driveway gates are at the higher end.
Fence height
Generally, a backyard fence is six feet tall, but you need to customize and choose a proper height that fits your requirements. The homeowners association (HOA) or the municipality can help you to find the exact height that adheres to the rules and regulations. The higher the fence height, the larger the panels, which increases the cost of the vinyl fence by leaps and bounds.
Terrain (slope of land)
Installing any kind of fence on an incline will cost you more as the installation is more laborious. Based on the terrain’s steepness and the fence’s positioning, the contractor prepares the land for proper fence installation.
Permits
You might not need the typical building permit to build a fence in some places. However, before making any assumptions, it’s important to contact a local fence manufacturer and get to know the rules and regulations of the county. The permit’s cost depends on the fence’s size, and shelling out a few dollars is worth it.
Vinyl fence installation costs
When calculating the total cost of a semi-privacy vinyl fence installation, you need to evaluate certain factors:
Labor – Duramax Fences get installed within four days with the help of 2 laborers only, which does reduce labor costs to a great extent. For example, a local fence supplier will charge you $4,000, but by choosing vinyl fences from Duramax, the labor charges will decrease significantly, and you might have to pay only $2,240.
Materials – Fencing materials cost only $223.96 when you decide to install Duramax Fences. For other fencing alternatives, the material costs go up to $248.84.
Permits – You must check with your local building department and the homeowners association to determine if permits are required. Most contractors will be able to tell you about the compliance issues and can handle the process. However, with Duramax Fences, you do not need any local contractor. Our commercial-grade fences easily obtain permits as they are customized to suit your needs and comply with local laws.
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