Ardmore Fence Pros put this guide together for Ardmore and south central Oklahoma property owners comparing fence quotes. Fence is priced job by job, so this page lists no rates. The cost per foot swings widely with the material, the ground and the number of gates, so always get a written quote. Two fences of the same length can land far apart because of what is under the dirt, what has to be removed first and how many corners and openings the line has.
Use these factors to describe your project clearly, and ask each contractor to break the quote into parts so you can see what is driving the total.
Factors that change the estimate
Material
Treated pine, cedar, vinyl, chain link, ornamental steel, aluminum, welded pipe and wire fence all sit at different points on the price scale, and each has grades inside it. A cedar quote can mean premium western red cedar or a knotty lower grade. A pipe quote can mean new pipe or used oil field pipe. Ask for the exact product, size and grade in writing.
Length, height and layout
Total footage is the starting point. Taller fences use more material and bigger posts. Every corner, angle and end needs a stronger post or a brace, so a short fence with many turns can cost more per foot than a long straight run. Sloped ground that has to be stepped or racked adds labor.
Posts and footings
Steel posts versus wood, post spacing, hole depth and how much concrete goes in each hole all change the price. In windy, open spots around Ardmore, heavier posts and deeper footings are money well spent. On barbed wire and woven wire, the number of H-braces is a big part of the cost.
Rock and soil
Red clay digs easily when it is moist and turns hard as brick in a dry summer. Rock, common on many lots and especially toward the Arbuckle Mountains, can mean a rock auger, a core drill or a jackhammer. Ask whether the quote assumes rock or charges extra if the crew hits it.
Tear-out, clearing and access
Removing an old fence and hauling it away takes time, especially old wire tangled in brush. Pasture lines may need a strip cleared of cedar, mesquite or post oak first. Tight backyards with no gate access mean materials are carried in by hand. Confirm all of this is on the quote.
Gates, openers and finishes
Every gate adds hardware, a heavier post and labor. Wide drive gates and double gates cost more than walk gates, and an automatic opener adds the operator, the power source or solar panel, remotes or a keypad and safety sensors. See gates and openers.
Finish work is another line to watch. Stain or sealer on wood, paint on pipe, and powder coat on steel all add cost up front and save money later. Ask whether finishing is included or left to you.
Permits, surveys and extras
A city permit, an HOA review or a property survey may add fees and time; check with the city or county. Cattle guards, water gaps across creeks, electric wire add-ons, privacy slats, decorative caps and custom welding are all extras worth seeing listed. If a storm caused the damage, an itemized quote also helps with an insurance claim; see fence repair.
Lead time for materials can also change the schedule, especially for custom iron or a specific vinyl color.
Questions to ask with every quote
- What material, grade and height are included?
- What post type, size, spacing and footing depth are planned?
- How many corners, braces and gates are in the price?
- Is removal of the old fence and any clearing included?
- How is rock handled, and what happens to the price if the crew hits it?
- Is stain, sealer or paint included?
- Who checks property lines and handles permits?
Frequently asked questions
Can I get a price over the phone?
A rough range is sometimes possible, but rock, slope, access and tear-out usually need a site visit before a firm written quote.
Is the quote free?
Yes. Requesting a quote costs nothing, and any work is priced and contracted directly with the local fence contractor you choose. See how it works.