How much does a fence cost in Peterborough?
Every fence we build is priced per foot installed. Here's how chain link, wood, vinyl and iron rank from lowest to highest cost, what pushes a quote up or down, and how to get an accurate written number fast.
The Durable Fence Team. Updated . 3 min read.
Fence materials ranked by cost per foot
Every fence we build is priced per foot installed, and we put that price in writing after a free on-site visit. Here's how the materials compare on a typical Peterborough-area lot with normal access and posts set below frost, from lowest cost to highest. Long, flat runs cost less per foot. Short runs with several gates cost more.
| Fence type | Cost per foot | Why | Upkeep |
|---|---|---|---|
| Galvanized chain link | Lowest | The classic silver mesh. Hard to beat on a long run. | Almost none |
| Black vinyl-coated chain link | A little more than galvanized | The same fence in black, and it looks far better | Almost none |
| Pressure-treated privacy | Lower than cedar | Solid boards for privacy. Takes stain well. | Wash or stain every 2 to 4 years |
| Cedar privacy | In the middle | Looks good untouched and weathers to silver-grey | Wash or stain every 2 to 4 years |
| Vinyl privacy | Higher up front | Won't rot, warp or splinter, so it costs close to nothing after | A rinse with the hose |
| Ornamental steel or aluminum | Highest up front, plus gates | Welded and powder-coated, and it keeps the view open | Very little. No staining or painting. |
Pool enclosures are priced like iron or vinyl, plus the self-closing gate hardware.
What pushes a quote up or down
Material is only half of it. Rock, slope, tear-outs, gates and access move a quote more than most people expect. The cheapest shape is a flat 120-ft backyard with one walk gate. A rocky slope in Lakefield with an old fence to tear out and two gates is not.
- Posts below the frost line (not optional here) versus shallow budget installs
- Rock excavation, racking down slopes, retaining-wall transitions
- Tearing out and hauling away the old fence
- Gates: a walk gate adds hundreds, a driveway gate adds thousands
- Access: tight side yards and yards a machine can't reach take more labour
How to compare quotes without getting burned
Ask every contractor the same three questions. How deep do the posts go? What exactly is included, in writing? Who handles the bylaw check and the utility locates?
The cheapest quote that skips frost depth is the most expensive fence you'll ever buy. When it heaves, you pay for it twice.
How to get a fast, accurate number
- Measure the rough length. Pace off or tape the fence line. A rough total in feet is enough to start.
- Note the gates and anything tricky. How many walk and driveway gates, plus rock, slope or an old fence to remove.
- Book the free visit. We walk the line with you and give you a written per-foot price.
How we quote
We quote in writing: material and labour per foot, gates and extras. We walk the fence line with you and confirm the height and pool-code rules for your address before work starts. Ask for a free estimate.
Common questions
What is the cheapest fence in Peterborough?
Galvanized chain link, the lowest cost per foot of anything we build. Black vinyl-coated chain link looks better and costs a little more. Both need almost no maintenance.
Is vinyl worth the extra money over wood here?
If you plan to stay 5 years or more, usually yes. Vinyl costs more up front but never needs staining. Wood needs washing or staining every 2 to 4 years to stand up to Ontario freeze-thaw.
Are your fence estimates free?
Yes. On-site and no obligation, across Peterborough, Cobourg and the Kawarthas. Call (705) 977-2531.
Keep reading
Which fence will actually hold your dog?
The best dog fence is one your dog can't dig under, climb over or chew through. On most Kawartha properties that means chain link with a buried edge or a properly built wood privacy run, sized bigger than most people expect and fitted with chew-proof hardware.
How tall can your fence be in Peterborough?
How tall a fence can be depends on your town, your yard and whether you're on a corner. Cobourg allows 0.75 m out front and 1.8 m near rear and side lot lines, and Selwyn and Asphodel-Norwood allow about 1 m out front and 1.8 to 2 m out back. We check the current by-law for your address at the free estimate.
Pool fence rules: what inspectors actually check
Pool enclosure rules are set town by town. Around here the minimum height is 1.2 m (4 ft) in Peterborough, Kawartha Lakes, Selwyn and Asphodel-Norwood, and 1.83 m (6 ft) in Cobourg, with self-closing, self-latching gates. Here is what each town asks for and what inspectors check, so opening day stays on schedule.
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