The question every homeowner eventually asks is simple: “What will it cost to install fencing on my property?” CountBricks has analyzed thousands of residential projects to deliver an answer you can bank on. While national averages are helpful, reliable budgeting demands real-time data, local labor rates, and job-specific measurements—exactly what CountBricks AI provides in minutes.
CountBricks project data shows most Bay-Area residences spend between $38 and $68 per linear foot for a professionally installed fence. A 150-foot perimeter, for example, lands between $5,700 and $10,200. Why the spread? Because every fence entails unique combinations of material choice, terrain, and permitting requirements.
• Material type: pressure-treated wood, cedar, vinyl, composite, steel, or ornamental iron
• Fence height and style: 4-foot picket versus 8-foot privacy dramatically shifts material volume
• Site conditions: rocky soil, root systems, or steep grades add excavation time
• Access and staging: tight urban lots raise labor because tools and materials travel farther
• Permit fees and neighborhood design reviews
Pressure-treated pine: $14 – $22 for boards, rails, fasteners, and posts
Cedar: $18 – $30 for aromatic boards with natural rot resistance
Premium composite: $28 – $42 for low-maintenance, color-stable panels
Ornamental iron or steel: $36 – $60 for powder-coated strength and security
CountBricks updates these numbers daily through supplier API integrations, so your estimate reflects the lumber yard’s invoice tomorrow—not last quarter’s catalog.
Residential crews typically install 25–35 linear feet per technician per day. Bay-Area union wages range from $68 to $82 per hour once payroll burden and insurance are included. CountBricks AI multiplies local wage data by realistic production rates, then adjusts for overtime rules and site conditions flagged during your voice walk-through.
• Demolition and haul-off of existing fencing
• Underground utility locating
• Post-installation staining or sealing
• HOA-mandated decorative caps or trims
Because CountBricks checklists surface every required task, our clients avoid budget-blowing “change-order surprises.”
1. Tap “New Project” in the CountBricks mobile app
2. Speak naturally: “I need 120 feet of six-foot cedar privacy fence around my backyard, gate included.”
3. Upload or snap a photo of your site plan—AI auto-detects linear footage and corner posts
4. Receive a line-item estimate with live materials, labor, and overhead within 90 seconds
5. Generate a branded proposal and e-signature contract straight from CountBricks.com/services
• Request full-length posts two feet taller than the fence for true 30% embedment depth
• Specify stainless or hot-dip galvanized fasteners to outlast salt-air corrosion
• Add a 10% material overage for on-site trimming and future repairs
• Opt for factory-stained panels to slash post-install finishing costs
• Schedule installs outside the spring rush to leverage off-season labor pricing
A well-built residential fence secures pets and pools, defines property lines, and boosts resale value by up to 3% according to CountBricks resale analyses. Pairing durable materials with proper footing depth means fewer repairs and a life span exceeding 20 years—value homeowners appreciate at closing time.
CountBricks integrates with leading finance partners to offer zero-interest options for qualified homeowners. You can break a $9,000 fence into 12 equal payments without hidden fees, managed entirely through your CountBricks dashboard.
Ready for precise numbers tailored to your lot? Book a five-minute voice consultation at CountBricks.com/consultation and let our AI walk through your blueprint in real time. You’ll receive a sharable PDF estimate, a construction schedule, and optional material upgrade scenarios—all before the coffee finishes brewing.
Does CountBricks handle permits? Yes. Our service package includes filing residential fence permits and tracking approvals.
Can I DIY portions to lower cost? Absolutely. Identify demolition or staining as homeowner tasks and CountBricks will deduct those labor lines automatically.
How accurate are your estimates? Our historical variance is ±2.6% thanks to live pricing and AI-enhanced production rates—far tighter than traditional manual takeoffs.
From initial voice note to final invoice, CountBricks compresses what once took days into minutes, delivering crystal-clear insight into the true cost to install fencing. When precision counts, trust the platform built by residential contractors for residential contractors.
CountBricks recently partnered with Green Leaf Builders on a tight urban lot in San Francisco’s Noe Valley. The homeowner wanted a six-foot cedar privacy fence with a custom lattice accent along the top. Below is a condensed look at how CountBricks optimized cost and schedule.
• Blueprint import: The contractor uploaded a PDF site plan. CountBricks’ AI traced the fence line, identified seven corner posts, and calculated 160 linear feet within 40 seconds.
• Live material pricing: Cedar boards were quoted at $3.86 per foot on Tuesday; by Thursday they jumped to $4.02. CountBricks auto-updated the estimate, preserving margin before the proposal was signed.
• Labor adjustment: The backyard’s 20-degree slope normally adds an extra crew day. CountBricks’ terrain algorithm flagged the incline and inserted 8 labor hours, keeping the schedule realistic.
• Permit package: Our platform generated the San Francisco DBI form set and arranged electronic submission, shaving three days off the front end.
1. Materials: $6,310
2. Labor: $4,560
3. Equipment & dumpsters: $480
4. Permits & inspections: $310
Total project cost: $11,660 (within 1.9% of CountBricks’ initial voice estimate)
• Real-time lumber feeds prevent budget erosion in volatile markets
• Automated permit workflows shorten overall project duration
• Terrain-based labor factors build homeowner confidence by eliminating surprise change orders
Whether you’re enclosing a cozy courtyard or a full suburban acre, CountBricks delivers unmatched insight into the cost to install fencing. Start your project today at CountBricks.com/services and experience the next generation of residential construction estimating.
