Fixr puts most fence repairs at $200 to $850, with $500 as the national average. HomeAdvisor's range is $304 to $948.
By job
| Job | Cost |
|---|---|
| Repair a post | $150 to $400 |
| Replace a post | $200 to $500 |
| Repair a panel | $150 to $400 |
| Replace panels | $200 to $750 |
| Gate repair | $150 to $500 |
| Straighten a leaning fence | $200 to $400 (HomeAdvisor) |
All from Fixr unless marked.
By material
| Material | Typical repair |
|---|---|
| Wood | $400 to $600 |
| Vinyl | $200 to $700 |
| Chain link | $300 to $600 |
| Aluminum | $250 to $800 |
| Wrought iron | $300 to $1,000 |
Repair or replace?
Fixr puts a full replacement, old fence out and new fence in, at $3,600 to $7,800. What makes a wood fence last.
Sources: Fixr fence repair costs (August 2025); Fixr fence installation costs (January 2025); HomeAdvisor fence repair cost guide (June 2026).
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