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Aluminum fence installation in Dallas typically costs between $4,000 and $10,000 for a standard residential yard, with most homeowners landing around $6,500 for roughly 150 – 200 linear feet. That figure includes materials, labor, concrete footings, gates, and cleanup. At Bradford Remodeling Co Dallas, you get a written price before any work starts, so the number on your quote is the number you pay.
Aluminum fencing runs higher than wood or vinyl on a per-foot basis, but it holds up better in North Texas conditions. We’ll explain exactly where the money goes, what drives the price up or down, and how to avoid paying for mistakes you shouldn’t have to cover. Our Aluminum Fence Installation in Dallas page covers the installation process itself. This guide is about the dollars.
Aluminum Fence Installation Cost Breakdown (2026)
Here is what a typical aluminum fence project in Dallas looks like, line by line. These are real numbers from the Dallas market, not national averages smoothed over.
| Line Item | Cost Range (Dallas, 2026) |
|---|---|
| Aluminum fencing panels (per linear foot, material only) | $28 – $55 |
| Posts and post caps | $18 – $35 per post |
| Gates (single walk gate) | $400 – $900 |
| Gates (double drive gate) | $1,200 – $2,800 |
| Concrete footings and setting labor | $850 – $1,800 |
| Labor (installation crew, per linear foot) | $15 – $30 |
| Old fence removal and haul-off | $400 – $1,200 |
| Permit fees (where required by Dallas municipality) | $75 – $400 |
| Typical total for 150 – 200 linear feet | $4,000 – $10,000 |
A 100-foot run along a side yard in Richardson might come in around $4,200. A full backyard perimeter in Plano with two gates and a 60-foot driveway gate run could push past $9,500. The spread is real, and it comes down to linear footage, gate count, and how much digging the crew has to do.
One thing that surprises homeowners: the panels themselves are usually not the biggest line item. The concrete footings, post setting, and gate hardware add up faster than people expect. A double drive gate can cost more than 40 feet of fencing. That is not a markup trick. It is heavier hardware, stronger posts, and more labor to hang it square.
Aluminum vs. Other Fence Materials in Dallas
If you are comparing options, here is how the numbers line up in the Dallas market:
- Vinyl fence: $3,500 – $9,000. Cheaper up front, but vinyl fades and gets brittle in the Texas sun and can crack in a hard hailstorm.
- Wrought iron: $5,000 – $14,000. Heavier, stronger feel, but rust is a constant fight in Dallas humidity, and repainting costs run $1,500 or more every few years.
- Cedar or pine wood: $3,000 – $8,000. Lowest entry price, but North Texas termites and the freeze-thaw cycle chew through wood fences in 8 – 12 years.
- Aluminum: $4,000 – $10,000. Higher initial cost than wood or vinyl, lower lifetime cost because it does not rust, rot, warp, or need repainting.
Aluminum’s value in Dallas is not about the install day. It is about year seven, when the wood fence down the street is leaning and your aluminum fence looks the same as the day it went in.
What Affects Aluminum Fence Installation Pricing in Dallas
A few factors move the number more than anything else. Here is what actually changes your quote:
- Linear footage. This is the obvious one. Dallas lots vary widely, from 50-foot city lots in East Dallas to quarter-acre spreads in Plano or Frisco. More fence, more money. The per-foot cost drops slightly on longer runs because the crew is already on site.
- Gate count and gate type. A single walk gate adds $400 – $900. A double drive gate adds $1,200 – $2,800. Every gate needs heavier posts, stronger hinges, and more labor to set level. Two gates on a job can add $2,500 on their own.
- Soil conditions. Dallas sits on a mix of blackland prairie clay and limestone. The clay expands and contracts with moisture; crews have to set posts deeper, sometimes 24 – 30 inches instead of the standard 18 – 24, to stop them from shifting. In limestone pockets, digging is slower and post hole augers work harder. Both add labor hours.
- Existing fence removal. If there is an old chain-link or wood fence in the way, haul-off runs $400 – $1,200 depending on length and whether the crew has to dig out old concrete footings. Bradford’s written price includes disposal, so you are not paying a surprise dump fee at the end.
- Grade changes and slopes. A yard that drops 18 inches from back door to back fence line means the crew racks panels step-down style. That is more cutting, more measuring, more time. Flat lots are the cheapest to fence.
- Permit requirements. Dallas proper requires a permit for most fence installations over 6 feet, and some HOAs in Plano, Allen, and McKinney have their own review processes. Permit fees run $75 – $400. We handle the permit filing, and the fee is itemized on your written quote from the start.
None of these factors should come as a surprise. Our estimate walks you through every line item before you commit. A written price, every time.
Aluminum Fence Cost Per Linear Foot in Dallas Neighborhoods
Per-linear-foot pricing in Dallas tracks the neighborhood and the job conditions. Here is a straight read on what you can expect:
- East Dallas (Lakewood, Casa Linda, Lochwood): $42 – $55 per foot. Older lots, mature trees, and tighter access for equipment push labor up. Root systems near fence lines slow post setting.
- North Dallas (Preston Hollow, Richardson border): $40 – $52 per foot. Flat lots, but larger yards mean more footage and often more gates.
- Plano and Frisco: $38 – $50 per foot. Newer developments with clean soil and unobstructed lot lines keep digging straightforward, but HOAs often require specific fence styles that can add to panel cost.
- Mesquite and Garland: $36 – $48 per foot. Flatter terrain and less restrictive HOA rules help hold the number down.
These ranges assume standard 4-to-6-foot aluminum panels with a factory finish. Custom colors, ornamental toppers, or extra-tall panels for pool enclosures move the per-foot cost up.
How to Save on Aluminum Fence Installation
Here is how to keep the number down without cutting corners that cost you later:
- Fence the whole perimeter at once. Coming back later for a second phase means a second mobilization fee, a second round of concrete mixing, and a second permit. The per-foot cost on a single larger job beats two smaller jobs every time.
- Keep gate count to what you actually use. Every gate is hardware, posts, and labor. If the old fence had a side gate nobody uses, consider whether it needs to come back.
- Do the demo yourself if you are able. If you can remove the old fence and haul it off, you can cut $400 – $1,200 from the quote. We are glad to handle it, but we will not pretend it is free.
- Standard panel height. Four-foot and six-foot panels are stock items. Five-foot or seven-foot panels are special order and the per-foot price jumps. Unless code or HOA rules require it, stick with stock heights.
- Get a written quote and compare line items. Two contractors can quote the same project with a $2,000 spread. The difference is usually buried in the details: gate hardware, concrete depth, panel grade. A written, itemized quote lets you compare apples to apples instead of trusting a single round number.
Call (903) 326-8963 and we will walk your property, measure the actual run, and hand you a written quote with every line item priced. The estimate is free, and the number on the page does not move at the door.
Aluminum Fence Installation Cost: Dallas vs. National Averages
National published ranges for aluminum fence installation sit around $3,500 – $8,500. Dallas runs slightly higher, with our market sitting at $4,000 – $10,000. That is not a local markup. It is soil, climate, and code.
The blackland clay that runs through most of Dallas County expands and contracts more aggressively than the sandy loam common in other parts of the country. Posts need deeper footings and sometimes larger-diameter concrete collars to stay plumb through the seasons. That is more concrete, more digging time, more labor. It is also why a cheap post-setting job in Dallas looks fine for six months and then shows leaning panels after the first wet spring and dry summer cycle.
North Texas hail and sustained sun also mean the fence material itself matters more than it does elsewhere. Cheap powder coat finishes chalk and fade in five years under Dallas UV exposure. The aluminum panels Bradford sources for Dallas jobs carry factory finishes rated for the Texas sun, and every project carries the 365-Day Done Right Promise. If the finish fails inside a year, we come back and correct it at no charge. That is not a national-standard warranty. It is a written guarantee from a crew that answers the phone.
FAQs – Aluminum Fence Installation Cost
How much does aluminum fence installation cost per foot in Dallas?
Aluminum fence installation in Dallas runs $36 – $55 per linear foot installed, depending on the neighborhood, soil conditions, and panel grade. A standard 150-foot run with one gate lands around $6,000 – $8,000 total. Call (903) 326-8963 for a written per-foot quote on your specific property.
Is aluminum fence cheaper than wood in Dallas?
No. Aluminum fence costs $4,000 – $10,000 for a typical Dallas yard, while wood fence runs $3,000 – $8,000 for the same square footage. But aluminum requires no staining, no sealing, no termite treatment, and no replacement at the 10-year mark. Over 20 years, aluminum is the cheaper fence in Dallas, even though it costs more on installation day.
How much does a aluminum driveway gate cost in Dallas?
A double-drive aluminum gate in Dallas runs $1,200 – $2,800 installed, including the heavier posts, reinforced hinges, and concrete footings required to hold it square. A single walk gate runs $400 – $900. Gate costs are separate from the per-foot fencing price. Call (903) 326-8963 and we will measure and price your gate in writing.
Do I need a permit for aluminum fence installation in Dallas?
Fences over 6 feet tall in Dallas proper require a permit, and permit fees run $75 – $400 depending on the municipality. Some HOAs in Plano, Frisco, and Allen also require design review before installation. Bradford handles the permit filing and itemizes the fee on your written quote. No surprise permit charges at the end.
How long does aluminum fence installation take in Dallas?
A typical 150 – 200 foot aluminum fence in Dallas takes 2 – 4 working days from first post hole to final cleanup, assuming no rain delays and clear access to the fence line. Gates add time, and soil conditions in limestone pockets can slow the digging. We give you a written schedule at the same time as your written price.
Why Dallas Homeowners Use Bradford Remodeling for Aluminum Fences
Bradford Remodeling Co Dallas has been part of the Garrison Partners family since 2004, and every job on our books runs on The Garrison Standard. That means three things. A written price before any work starts. A signed 365-Day Done Right Promise when the job closes. And a clean site, with every scrap hauled off and the fence line squared away, before we call it done.
Our crews are background-checked and wear uniforms with the Bradford name on them. You will know who is walking your fence line before they set a single post. And when you call at 7 a.m. or 11 p.m., a live person picks up the phone. No voicemail tree, no callback queue. That is The Garrison Code at work, and it has been for more than two decades.
We work with documented aluminum panel manufacturers and fasteners rated for Texas weather. Not whatever the supply house had on the shelf. Every material spec goes on your written quote, so you know exactly what you are paying for and what the manufacturer backs with their own warranty, on top of what Bradford guarantees in writing.
If you are ready to get a fence on the books, call (903) 326-8963. We will come out, measure the run, walk the gate locations with you, and hand you a written price. Free estimate, no pressure, and the number stays the number. That is how we do business from our home base in Dallas.
Pricing reflects the Dallas market as of 2026. Bradford Remodeling Co Dallas offers free estimates – call (903) 326-8963.
Written by Curtis Lane, Owner at Bradford Remodeling Co Dallas, serving the Dallas metro since 2004 and holding every job to The Garrison Standard.
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