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How Much Does It Cost to Replace a Fence? (2026)
Replacing a fence is two jobs in one quote: tearing out the old fence and building the new one. Removal adds $3-$8 per foot to the price of a new fence, so the material you pick for the new fence decides most of the bill.
Cost breakdown
- Wood fence, per linear foot (with removal)
- $20 - $53
- 150 ft wood fence replaced
- $3,000 - $7,950
- 150 ft chain link replaced
- $2,700 - $7,200
- 150 ft vinyl fence replaced
- $4,200 - $10,200
- Old fence removal only
- $3 - $8 per foot
- Replace one section (repair instead)
- $150 - $400
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FAQ
How much does it cost to replace a fence?
Replacing a 150 ft wood privacy fence costs $3,000-$7,950: $2,550-$6,750 for the new pine fence plus $450-$1,200 to remove and haul away the old one. Chain link comes to $2,700-$7,200 and vinyl to $4,200-$10,200 for the same length.
How much does it cost to replace a privacy fence?
A 6-foot privacy fence costs $17-$45 per foot in pine, $20-$55 in cedar and $25-$60 in vinyl, plus $3-$8 per foot to remove the old fence. For 150 ft that is about $3,000-$7,950 in pine and $4,200-$10,200 in vinyl.
How much does it cost to replace a cedar fence?
Replacing a cedar fence costs $23-$63 per linear foot: $20-$55 for the new cedar fence plus $3-$8 to remove the old one. For 150 ft that is about $3,450-$9,450.
Should I repair or replace my fence?
Repair when the damage is local: a few boards, one leaning section or a broken gate usually costs $150-$700. Replace when many posts are rotten or loose, because new posts are most of the labor and a fence with failing posts keeps coming back for repairs.
Can I reuse the old fence posts?
Sometimes. Steel chain link posts in good shape can often carry new fabric, which cuts the price noticeably. Wood posts are usually as old as the boards and rot first at ground level, so most installers replace them with the rest of the fence.
Is removal of the old fence included in the quote?
Not always. Some installers include tear-out and disposal, others add $3-$5 per foot. Ask for removal as a separate line so you can compare quotes fairly.
Need a new fence instead?
Estimate a brand new fence - every material, height and length, with materials and labor split out.
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