How much does a wood fence cost per linear foot?

Nationally, wood fence installation runs roughly $10 to $45 per linear foot installed, with pressure-treated pine at the low end, cedar in the middle, and redwood at the top. That national range is a useful starting point, but your actual price depends heavily on the property-specific factors below — request a free on-site estimate for an exact, current number for your project.

What actually moves the price

Industry data consistently shows labor — not material — is the line item homeowners argue about most, because it’s the part that varies most from yard to yard. A few things that change your per-foot number:

• Terrain and access. Sloped yards, tree roots, existing concrete, or tight side-yard access all add labor time regardless of fence length.
• Old fence removal. If an existing fence needs to come out first, expect that to add to the total — this is common on older Galveston County properties where a fence has already failed once.
• Height and style. A 6-foot privacy fence costs more per foot than a 4-foot picket fence simply because it uses more material and more labor per linear foot of run.
• Gates and hardware. Every gate opening adds cost beyond the straight fence run — hinges, latches, and often a wider post spacing to support the extra weight.
• Fence length itself. Shorter fences often cost more per foot because site setup, corner posts, and gate work don’t scale down proportionally.

Why species pricing spreads out

Pressure-treated pine is the most affordable because it’s widely available and fast-growing. Cedar costs more per foot but needs less long-term upkeep. Redwood sits at the top of the range mostly because of scarcity — it isn’t grown or milled anywhere near Texas, so freight adds to the base cost. See our wood fence page for how we scope projects across these species.

Getting an accurate number for your property

Because per-foot averages found online are national, and Galveston-area yards vary widely — from tight historic-district lots to acreage in Santa Fe or Hitchcock — the only way to get a real number is a site visit. If budget is the main constraint, ask about phasing the project (fence now, gate upgrades later) or financing; see our financing options.