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Aluminum Fence Cost

Powder-coated aluminum fencing delivers ornamental curb appeal, pool-code safety, and decades of rust-free performance — without wood maintenance.

Typical installed range $4,500–$6,800 $30–$45 per linear ft · 6 ft ornamental

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  • Average cost$30–$50 per linear ft
  • Privacy levelLow to moderate
  • Lifespan25+ years
  • MaintenanceVery low

Aluminum Fence Styles

Picket profile and height drive cost — pool-rated systems add hardware requirements.

Typical Aluminum Fence Cost

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Typical total cost by yard size

Based on your selections above.

  • 100 linear ft $3,500–$4,300 Small yard perimeter
  • 150 linear ft $5,250–$6,400 Most suburban backyards
  • 200 linear ft $7,000–$8,500 Large lot

Cost also varies based on

  • Picket style
  • Pool code
  • Gate hardware
  • Powder coat color
  • Terrain

Aluminum Fence System Comparison

Installed cost per linear foot at 6 ft.

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Aluminum Fence Pros & Cons

Advantages

  • Will not rust like steel
  • Elegant ornamental appearance
  • Pool and HOA friendly
  • Minimal maintenance

Disadvantages

  • Less privacy than wood or vinyl panels
  • Higher cost than chain link
  • Dents possible from impacts

Best Uses for Aluminum Fencing

Aluminum is ideal when you need decorative boundaries and code compliance without wood upkeep.

  • Front yards — ornamental street appeal
  • Pool enclosures — self-closing, self-latching gates
  • HOA communities — consistent black or bronze palette
  • Coastal homes — salt air resistant powder coat

Aluminum Fence Height Options

4 ft fence

Privacy: Decorative

  • Front yard and garden borders

6 ft fence

Privacy: Moderate

  • Side and backyard ornamental
  • Common pool barrier height

8 ft fence

Privacy: Moderate

  • Where municipal codes allow taller ornamental

Aluminum Fence Finishes

Powder-coated finishes are baked on for durability.

Black Most popular
Bronze Warm traditional
White Coastal & pool
Green Garden blend

Aluminum Fencing & Climate

Based on the city selected in the calculator above.

Climate notes

  • Coastal: Excellent salt-air resistance with quality powder coat
  • All regions: No rot — unlike wood

Aluminum Fence Installation Cost Factors

Pool code

Self-closing hinges and latches add hardware and inspection time.

Racking on slope

Pickets rack to follow grade — extra layout labor.

Gates

Ornamental walk gates $400–$900+; double drive gates cost more.

Core drilling

Installing in concrete patios increases labor.

Aluminum vs Other Materials

Aluminum vs Wood

Ornamental metal vs privacy wood.

Wood guide →

Aluminum vs Vinyl

Metal pickets vs vinyl panels.

Vinyl guide →

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Real Aluminum Fence Projects

Based on the city selected in the calculator above.

National average

6 ft flat-top ornamental · 150 linear ft

  • 6 ft black flat-top · one gate
  • Final cost: $5,800

Durham, NC — Local Cost Context

Prices on this page adjust for Durham-area labor, permits, and climate — not a generic national template.

Labor

Durham blends older in-town housing near Duke and RTP with suburban growth in Chapel Hill direction. Contractors experienced with older home quirks — cast iron plumbing, small kitchens — are in steady demand.

Contractor labor runs about 9% below the U.S. average; typical permit fees in our model start around $225 for standard residential work.

Permits

City of Durham Neighborhood Improvement Services issues permits. Durham County handles unincorporated areas. Historic districts near downtown may require design review.

Climate

Durham shares Triangle humidity with older housing challenges:

  • Humid summers — older homes often lack modern insulation
  • Aging roofs on 1960s–1980s stock due for replacement
  • Crawl-space moisture in pre-1970 homes

Top local projects

  • Bath remodel with plumbing upgrade — Cast iron replacement common in older Durham homes
  • Roof replacement — Aging shingle stock in established neighborhoods
  • Mini-split or heat-pump HVAC — Older homes without ductwork

See our full Durham cost guide for labor details, permit differences, and local cost drivers.

Aluminum Fence FAQ

How much does an aluminum fence cost?

Aluminum fencing typically costs $30–$50 per linear foot installed.

Is aluminum better than wrought iron?

Aluminum is lighter and rust-free; wrought iron is heavier and may need refinishing.

Does aluminum work for pool fences?

Yes — pool-rated aluminum systems with self-closing gates are widely used for code compliance.

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