Fence Repair Cost Calculator

Pressure-treated wood pickets are the cheapest repair material at $1.50-$4 per linear foot. Vinyl panel sections run $10-$25 per linear foot. Aluminum panels cost $15-$35 per linear foot. Wrought iron repair requires welding and runs $75-$200 per repair point - the most expensive option by far.

Replacing a fence post is more labor-intensive than it looks. The old post must be extracted from its concrete footing - often requiring digging or breaking up hardened concrete. A new post then needs to be set with fresh concrete and left to cure before panels are attached. Each post replacement adds $150-$600 depending on depth, soil type, and access.

Replacing a few boards costs a fraction of repairing a long run. A 10-foot section of damaged wood fence might run $200-$400 in materials and labor. A 50-foot section of the same fence can push $1,500-$2,500 once you factor in matching materials, multiple posts, and the time required to align and level everything properly.

Storm damage typically affects more of the fence at once - multiple panels, leaning posts, and gate misalignment all at the same time. That piles on labor costs even if the individual repairs aren't complicated. On the upside, homeowners insurance often covers storm-related fence damage. Document everything with photos before any repair work starts.

Gates have hinges, latches, drop rods, and alignment requirements that go well beyond replacing a simple panel. A sagging gate often needs new hinges, post reinforcement, and careful alignment so it swings and latches correctly. Gate repairs typically run $150-$400 for a single wood gate and $400-$800 for a double gate or one with decorative hardware.