In Houston, TX, fence installation costs $18–$28/ft for chain link, $22–$42 for wood privacy, $38–$65 for vinyl, and $45–$95+ for ornamental iron. Most residential projects run $2,800–$8,500 total.
Wood Fence Cost Per Foot in Houston, TX
Cedar wood privacy fence costs $22–$42 per linear foot installed. A typical 150-linear-foot backyard fence runs $3,300–$6,300 complete with one walk gate. Griffin Fence uses steel posts on all wood fences for longer life in Houston's clay soil.
Chain Link Cost Per Foot
Wood Fence Cost
Cedar privacy fence in Houston typically runs $18–$30 per linear foot installed — materials and labor included in Griffin's quotes.
Chain Link Cost
Residential chain link starts around $12–$18 per linear foot installed. Commercial-grade 9-gauge runs higher.
Iron Fence Cost
Ornamental iron fencing ranges from $30–$60 per linear foot depending on panel style and post spacing.
Vinyl Fence Cost
Vinyl privacy fence runs $20–$35 per linear foot installed — higher upfront, but zero maintenance cost over its lifespan.
Gate Costs
Standard wood gate $350–$600 installed. Automated gate operators start around $1,200–$2,500 for residential swing or slide.
What Affects Price
Lot slope, soil type, permit requirements, gate count, and material grade all affect final pricing. Griffin quotes are all-in.
Standard chain link costs $18–$28 per linear foot installed. Black vinyl-coated chain link runs $24–$38. Commercial-grade runs $28–$55 per foot.
Iron and Ornamental Cost Per Foot
Ornamental aluminum costs $38–$65 per linear foot. True wrought iron and steel ornamental fence runs $55–$95+. Driveway gates are priced separately at $800–$3,500+ for the gate unit.
Vinyl Fence Cost Per Foot
Vinyl and composite fence costs $38–$58 per linear footinstalled.
What Affects Fence Cost Most
Linear footage
The total run is the biggest driver. Most Houston backyards need 120–200 linear feet.
Gate count and type
Walk gates add $250–$600 each; drive gates add $600–$3,500+.
Site conditions
Rocky ground, slopes, tree roots, and clay soil all add labor cost.
Fence height
Going from 6-ft to 8-ft adds 20–30% to material cost.
Old fence removal
Removing an existing fence adds $3–$8 per linear foot.
How much does a 200-foot fence cost in Houston, TX?
At average wood fence pricing of $28–$38 per linear foot installed, a 200-linear-foot cedar privacy fence runs approximately $5,600–$7,600 complete with one walk gate.
Does fence cost include removal of the old fence?
Not automatically. Old fence removal is typically quoted separately at $3–$8 per linear foot. Always confirm whether removal and disposal are included in the quote.
Griffin Fence quotes are all-inclusive: materials, labor, post setting, hardware, and haul-away. No surprises at invoice time.
How do I get an accurate fence estimate?
Call Griffin Fence at 713-937-6611 or use our online estimator. We measure your property and provide a written itemized estimate at no charge.