vancouver's local fence costs
The average fence cost in vancouver is $37.74 per foot. That works out to $2264.40 for an average sized yard.
Cost to Fence a Yard in Vancouver
Updated March 15, 2021
Vancouver has the luxury of a nearly year round fence construction season. The same warm temperatures that allow builders to work year round also means less wear and tear on fences than some other climates. That means a stronger and straighter fence longer.
One factor that can effect the cost to fence a yard in Vancouver is uneven land. A property with a lot of slope may introduce complexities for the builder that may result in higher costs.
Lets get into some prices. All price on this page are shown in CPF (cost per foot). CPF is a common way of expressing fence costs. All prices are in Canadian dollars.
Fence costs by type
vancouver
| Type | Min CPF | Max CPF |
|---|---|---|
| wood | $33.94 | $53.61 |
| chain link | $18.90 | $23.74 |
Wood fence
A very popular fence type in many regions and for good reason. Wood fences offer privacy, security and they look good doing it.
Wood fence costs
vancouver
| Type | Average CPF |
|---|---|
| cedar | $49.00 |
| brown treated | $41.18 |
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There is almost a limitless number of styles options for wood fences. The boards that make up the fence can be situated in many different ways, which can make fences with identical material lists look wildly different. The part of a fences style that has the biggest effect on price is the material required. Really ornate designs that require a lot of detailed cuts are the exception, in that case the additional labour required will factor into a price.
Check out our article on fence costs in Canada for more information on the wood fence styles listed below.
Style costs
vancouver
| Style | Cedar CPF | Brown treated CPF |
|---|---|---|
| framed | $47.27 | $33.94 |
| friendly neighbour | $50.73 | $35.99 |
| heavy duty | N/A | $53.61 |
Chain link fences
Chain link fences are good when you need a barrier above all else. The are a little easier on the wallet than other fence styles. The reason for that being that they don't offer privacy without an additional cost and they are considered less attractive than wood fences. However, if you are fencing a large area or function is your main concern then this may be the right fence for you.
Chain link fence costs
vancouver
| Type | Average CPF |
|---|---|
| galvanized | $18.90 |
| black pvc coated | $23.74 |
More information about chain link fences can be found in the chain link fence costs section of our fences in Canada article.
FAQs about fences in vancouver
How much does a fence cost in vancouver?
The average fence cost in vancouver is $37.74 per foot. For 60ft. that comes to $2264.40.
How do I get a line locate?
You can request a line locate over the phone or online. Visit the BC One Call site to get started.
Do I have to give my neighbour the good side?
If the fence is built on your property you are free to have whichever side you choose facing outward.
Do I need a permit to build a fence?
Fences that meet the height requirements do not require a permit as long the yard does not have a pool. This City of Vancouver guideline explains.
Doing it yourself
For the do-it-yourself builders, here are the average costs for the materials required to build a fence. You can also checkout our article on things you should know before you start a diy fence project.
Material costs by type
vancouver
| Type | Min CPF | Max CPF |
|---|---|---|
| wood | $16.32 | $25.78 |
| chain link | $9.08 | $11.41 |
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Use this free calculator tool to get a list of all the material you will need and the estimated price in vancouver.
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We use the same algorithm that powers our fence cost estimator tool and apply this algorithm to up to date material costs for specific geographic regions to arrive at our final estimated price.