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How Much Does a Fence Cost?

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Calculate the total cost to install a fence by material, height, and length. Wood, vinyl, chain link, aluminum — with labor estimates.

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Fence Costs by Material (2026)
DIY vs Professional Installation
Permits and Property Lines

Kosten in Deutschland

Doppelstabmattenzaun (der deutsche Standard): 30-60 €/lfm inkl. Montage. Holzzaun: 40-80 €/lfm. Maschendrahtzaun: 15-30 €/lfm. Gabionenzaun: 100-200 €/lfm. Hecke (Thuja/Liguster): 15-30 €/lfm + Jahre Geduld. Für 30 m Doppelstabmattenzaun: 900-1.800 € Material + 500-1.000 € Montage.

Genehmigung

Einfriedungen bis 1,20-1,80 m (je Bundesland) sind genehmigungsfrei. Grenzabstand beachten (Landesbauordnung). Nachbarrecht: oft Einverständnis nötig. Die Kosten werden häufig geteilt (Nachbarrechtsgesetz).

⚡ CalcWolf Insight

The "good neighbor" rule: in most areas, the finished side of a wood fence must face outward (toward the neighbor). Fence boards should face your neighbor while you see the posts and rails. Some jurisdictions require this by code.

Frequently asked questions

Was kostet 30 m Zaun?▾

Doppelstabmatte: 900-1.800 €. Maschendraht: 450-900 €. Holz: 1.200-2.400 €.

Brauche ich eine Genehmigung?▾

Unter 1,20-1,80 m (je Bundesland): meist nicht. Nachbar informieren ist trotzdem Pflicht.

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