--- title: "Wood Fence Installation in Dallas, TX" url: https://dallasfence.co/wood-fence-installation description: "Wood fence installation in Dallas, TX from $30 to $80 per foot: Western Red Cedar or pine, board-on-board or side-by-side, on galvanized steel posts." publisher: Dallas Fence --- # Wood Fence Installation in Dallas, TX Wood fence installation in Dallas starts with three choices: the wood, the picket layout, and the post system. Our standard build is Western Red Cedar pickets on galvanized steel posts set in concrete, with three rails on 6-foot fences and a kickboard at the base. A free on-site estimate turns your footage, gates, grade, and tear-out into a written, itemized price. | Spec | Typical choice | |---|---| | Material | Western Red Cedar pickets; pressure-treated pine on request | | Posts | Galvanized steel in concrete, on every wood fence we build | | Common heights | 6 ft or 8 ft backyard privacy; 3 to 4 ft front-yard picket | | Styles | Board-on-board, side-by-side, horizontal, cap and trim | | Gates | Walk and drive gates built to match | | Finish | Pre-stained pickets, stained on site, or left natural | | Installed price | $30 to $80 per linear foot | We're a [Dallas fence company](https://dallasfence.co/) based in North Dallas, serving Dallas, Collin and Denton counties. Our professionals bring 10+ years of fence experience, and the team has completed 200+ projects across Dallas–Fort Worth. ## Cedar Fence Styles and Build Options | Style | How it's built | Best fit | |---|---|---| | Board-on-board | Two overlapping picket layers; stays solid as the wood dries | Backyard privacy | | Side-by-side | One flat layer; hairline gaps open as pickets shrink | Budget replacements | | Horizontal cedar | Boards run sideways, tight or gapped | Modern homes | | Picket or ranch rail | 3 to 4 ft pickets; two to four rails | Front yards, acreage | - **Board-on-board** is our usual recommendation for backyard privacy: see the 180+ linear feet of [8 ft board-on-board Western Red Cedar](https://dallasfence.co/projects/8-ft-board-on-board-cedar-fence-dallas) we built with top cap, trim kit, and kickboard. - **Side-by-side** is our most cost-effective cedar style. This [side-by-side cedar fence replacement](https://dallasfence.co/projects/side-by-side-cedar-fence-replacement-dallas) used pre-stained dog-ear pickets on steel posts. Pickets can arrive pre-stained, as on our [Plano board-on-board fence](https://dallasfence.co/projects/board-on-board-cedar-privacy-fence-plano), or get [fence staining](https://dallasfence.co/fence-staining) on site. We also handle [automatic gate installation](https://dallasfence.co/automatic-gate-installation-repairs), and our [privacy fence installation](https://dallasfence.co/privacy-fence-installation) page compares screening options. ## Cedar vs. Pine: Choosing the Right Wood Western Red Cedar is our recommendation for most Dallas homes; pressure-treated pine is the budget option. Both go on steel posts. Never want to stain? See [Trex composite fencing](https://dallasfence.co/trex-fencing-installation). | | Western Red Cedar | Pressure-treated pine | |---|---|---| | Movement in Texas heat | Minimal; stays straighter | More warping, cupping, and cracking | | Upkeep | Low | Moderate; staining strongly recommended | | Up-front cost | Higher | Lower | | Best fit | Homeowners who plan to stay | Rentals and tighter budgets | ## What Goes Into Your Wood Fence Installation Dallas clay moves and spring wind loads a solid fence, so every wood fence we build stands on steel posts. Our standard build: - **Posts:** galvanized steel in concrete, at least 2 feet deep. - **Rails:** three 2x4s on 6-foot fences, so spans don't sag. - **Pickets:** tight-knot Western Red Cedar. - **Kickboard:** a 2x6 that keeps pickets off the dirt. - **Cap and trim:** covers the picket end grain. How the job runs: 1. **Free on-site estimate** with a written, itemized quote. 2. **Approvals:** permit, HOA paperwork, and 811 utility marking. 3. **Tear-out** and haul-off of the old fence. 4. **Posts** set in concrete and left to cure. 5. **Build:** rails, kickboard, pickets, cap, trim, and gates. 6. **Walkthrough** with you, then our [5-year workmanship warranty](https://dallasfence.co/warranty) on qualifying residential installs. We're registered as a fence contractor with every city we serve and pull the permit when your fence needs one, as an 8-foot fence does in Dallas ([Dallas fence permit guide](https://dallasfence.co/fence-permit-dallas)). Most installs start within days of the approved estimate and take 1 to 5 days, depending on size. ## What Drives the Cost of a Wood Fence in Dallas Our installed wood fences run **$30 to $80 per linear foot**. What moves your price: - **Footage and height:** 8 ft uses longer boards than 6 ft. - **Cedar or pine:** cedar costs more up front. - **Layout and add-ons:** board-on-board uses more lumber; cap, trim, and kickboard add material. - **Gates:** each adds framing and hardware. - **Tear-out, access, and slope:** each adds labor. If only a few posts lean, [fence repair](https://dallasfence.co/fence-repair) may be enough, and we'll say so. [Request a wood fence estimate](https://dallasfence.co/contact) or call **(469) 809-2424**. ## Frequently asked questions ### How much does a wood fence cost in Dallas? Our installed wood fences run $30 to $80 per linear foot. Side-by-side cedar sits toward the low end; taller board-on-board with cap, trim, and kickboard sits toward the top. A free on-site measure gives you a written, itemized price. ### Do you pull the fence permit and deal with my HOA? Yes. We're registered as a fence contractor with every city we serve and pull the permit when your fence needs one, such as an 8-foot fence in Dallas. We prepare what your HOA asks for; approval stays with the HOA. ### How soon can you start, and how long does a wood fence take? Most installs start within days of the approved estimate, and most wood fences take 1 to 5 days to build, depending on size. If your fence needs a permit or HOA approval, that comes first. ### Can you replace my existing fence? Yes. Tearing out and hauling off the old fence can be part of the quote, and the new line goes in on steel posts. If only a few posts lean or a gate drags, a repair may cost less, and we'll tell you. ### Is a new wood fence covered by a warranty? Yes, on qualifying residential installations: they carry our 5-year workmanship warranty. When the build is done, we inspect the fence with you, gate by gate. ## About the publisher - Business: Dallas Fence, fence contractor in Dallas, Texas - Address: 17480 Dallas Pkwy #111, Dallas, TX 75287 - Phone: (469) 809-2424 - Email: build@dallasfence.co - Hours: Mon–Fri 8am–6pm · Sat 9am–2pm · Sun closed - Experience: 10+ years of fence experience; 200+ projects completed - Estimates: free, on site, in writing (https://dallasfence.co/contact) - Website: https://dallasfence.co/