We reviewed 152 Dallas fence companies to find the best fence installer and fence repair contractors. Get a free quote from our #1 provider, Texas State Fence.
Texas State Fence Company is our top choice for fence installation and repair. They offer a 10-year warranty on all cedar fences, and have completed over 3,000 outdoor projects.
Duncan’s Services hit the top of our rankings for transparent customer reviews and photos of past projects. We like them for privacy fences and automatic gate installation projects.
HOMR reviewed the 520 fence companies in Dallas TX on their residential fence installation and repair services. We gave extra preference to fence installers who work with multiple materials, offer free quotes and extended warranties.
We ranked Texas State Fence as our best overall fence installer in the Dallas-Fort Worth area for their stellar 10-year warranty and lightning fast quotes. HOMR's research team selected Duncan’s Services as DFW's best for fence and automatic gate system installation.
Here's what we'll cover in this guide to hiring a fence company in Dallas:
The average DFW fence pro charges 30% more than the rest of Texas — new fence demand and labor costs drive prices higher than other Texas cities.
Maximize your budget and select fence contractors with value-add services. Fast installations, pre-stained boards (especially cedar fence) and old fence removal all help you save money.
Eliminate corner-cutters! Look for fence companies that pull permits to avoid property line disputes. A quality fence company will mark off irrigation lines and contact the utility company for you.
New fences in Dallas cost anywhere from $65 - $105/ linear foot. Use our fence cost calculator tool to budget for the job before you call a contractor.
If you need a fence contractor right now, just reach out, and we'll connect you with one of our featured partners!
Fences involve property lines - permits help prevent neighborly disputes and big lawsuits. Don't put in a fence without one.
Low Quality Installs
We avoided companies that had multiple complaints about their fence build quality - including posts leaning, stain issues, and bad gate alignment.
✅ The Bare Minimum
Same Price Guarantee
Charging customers the same cost per linear foot regardless of the neighborhood they lived in was a requirement of our top providers.
Fast Installs
Good companies book up fast - we like that both of our providers had multiple crews so they could always start and finish jobs fast.
🔥 Above And Beyond
Motorized Gate Install and Repair
Many homeowners have gates - they're an expensive part of replacing your fence, and some companies don't work with them.
Pre-Stained Boards
Staining on-site costs more and doesn't cover 100% of the fence. Pre-stained boards get homeowners longevity and cost savings.
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The Data & Research: Why You Should Trust Us
HOMR managed 40+ fence jobs and compared over 89 fence job quotes over the last 2 years. We also helped our members cross-compare these fencing estimates line by line to determine the best service provider for their homes.
Nearly all of HOMR’s employees live and work in Dallas. The increased cost and demand for good residential fences doesn’t just affect us at the office — we’re seeing prices go up for fence repairs at our own homes.
We combined our service data with national cost averages: the average DFW fence replacement or installation project costs 30% more than the rest of Texas. This is due to 2 major factors:
Cost of Labor. The cost of labor is higher in Dallas-Fort Worth than any other Texas city.
Increased Demand. Demand for perimeter fences — particularly privacy fences — in the Dallas area has gone up every year for the last decade.
We used this data as the foundation for our selection criteria which we outline below.
How much will it cost to build that perimeter or privacy fence? Use our Fence Cost Calculator — enter your linear feet, fence height and style, wood type, stain preference, even add a top cap!
How We Selected the Best Dallas Fence Company
There are over 520 Dallas fence installation and repair companies (Houzz). We narrowed them down to our 2 HOMR featured providers with 4 main elimination points.
We created a standard fencing pricing list based off of our quote database — based on the materials in an average fence line:
150 linear ft of western red cedar
Board-on-board privacy fence
8 ft. galvanized steel fence posts
1 non-motorized gate
Fence providers that came in more than 25% above the standard price range were eliminated. We also eliminated any DFW fence contractor that couldn’t provide a current license or furnish proof of insurance. While you don’t need a permit to work on Dallas fences, we still strongly prefer the reliability and skill set that a licensed contractor provides.
Next, we looked for fence companies with extended workmanship warranties. We like service providers who stand behind the quality of their work. It indicates a higher standard of craftsmanship, and also saves you money if issues like faulty materials or warped wood arise down the road.
HOMR researched the remaining contenders for BBB accreditation and customer reviews. We prefer providers who are registered with the Better Business Bureau and actively respond to reviews from previous customers.
Finally, we researched the working relationships between Dallas fence companies, their material providers and any scrap yards or junk yards they work with. A contractor that has good relationships with other industry professionals usually has good relationships with their clients. It’s a signal of trust, good nature, and transparent communication.
Reach a live Dallas HOMR rep 24/7 and ask for a fence company recommendation — free of charge!
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Green Flags
✅ Lifelong Dallas Residents and Professionals
✅ Clear, Upfront Pricing Estimate and Timeline Provided
✅ History of Repeat Neighborhood Service
✅ Quality Online Reviews
✅ Good Relationship With Material Providers
✅ Good Relationship With Scrap Yard or Junkyard (if Fence Repair)
Red Flags
🚫 Vague Pricing Estimates
🚫 History of Delayed Fence Project Timeline
🚫 Unfamiliar with Dallas Area Fence Trends and Materials
🚫 Lack of Communication
🚫 Lack of Single Direct Point of Contact
🚫 Lack of Relationship With Scrap Yard or Junkyard (if Fence Repair)
Above and Beyond
The top 2 types of Better Business Bureau complaints against Dallas fence contractors involved work delays and poor estimates. Some customers experienced delays of 3-4 weeks on fence installation projects, while one unlucky customer was left with a pile of damaged poles and concrete in their yard!
Save yourself from these Dallas fence company complaints — establish a clear timeline before your project begins with your contractor. If your project involves fence repair, insist all damaged materials be hauled away. Ask your fence company to strictly abide by these terms, and provide a clear point of communication for all issues and disputes. It's a great sign your contractor is willing to go above and beyond for you.
How do we create our industry-leading contractor vetting process? We'll teach you how to find a good contractor with our six-step path to hiring great service providers.
Meet the 2 Best Dallas Fence Companies
You know why we decided to find the best Dallas fence companies, and you know how we narrowed down the competition.
Now, let’s introduce who we selected as the top 2 DFW fence contractors — Texas State Fence Company and Duncan’s Services.
🏆 Texas State Fence - Best Overall Fence Installation & Fence Repair
Why We Like Them: Texas State Fence Company checked our boxes for local experience and expertise. They’ve delivered over 3,000 Dallas fence and outdoor living projects to DFW homeowners.
HOMR rated Texas State Fence highly for their proficiency with multiple fence materials. Most customers opt for their cedar or wrought iron fences. Recent customer reviews also note Texas State Fence’s excellent installation of privacy fences at clear, reasonable prices.
Non-Negotiables: Texas State Fence offers an industry-leading 10 year structural warranty on all cedar fences, as well as a 3-year post-staining process warranty. They also offer multiple fence financing options for homeowners, allowing flexibility for Dallas residents on a budget.
🏆 Duncan’s Services - Best Dallas Fence and Gate Systems
Why We Like Them: Customer reviews praise Duncan’s Services for installing quality, attractive automatic gates and privacy fences. As of this update, they hold perfect 5.0 ratings on Thumbtack, Yelp, Google Reviews and HomeAdvisor.
HOMR likes Duncan’s Services ability to deliver both traditional and modern fence styles. Their website features clear photos of past fence projects — they show wrought iron and board-on-board traditional fencing, as well as stone-filled gabion fence design.
Non-Negotiables: Duncan’s Services offers a 5-year limited workmanship warranty on every project. Their website and social media accounts offer transparent, clear access to completed fence project photos and customer testimonials.
DFW residents: Claim your free quote on fence repair or fence installation with one message to HOMR!
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Honorable Mentions
The following Dallas fence repair and installation companies make our list of honorable mentions — they didn’t quite top our list, but we'd like to spotlight their positive attributes and explain why we didn't choose them.
Please note: HOMR’s research team is constantly updating its database, and our rankings change over time. Check back to see if our recommended companies change!
🥈 Ambassador Fence Company: We rated Ambassador as our “best of the rest” Dallas fence company. Their customer service over the phone was exceptional. Customer reviews note their fast quotes and scheduling, responsiveness, and excellent daily clean-up. They've been BBB accredited since 2018.
King of Kings Fence: King of Kings Fence is open 7 days a week and is noted for consistent pricing and good finished products. It's a bit difficult to parse out their online presence, as their name changes from site to site (sometimes King of Kings Fence, K O K Fence, or Rey De Reyes Landscaping).
Budget Fence N Deck: A popular combo fence and deck company that competes primarily on price. They also offer patio covers, wood decks, wood and vinyl fence staining. Currently, Budget Fence n Deck is open 5 days a week — we ranked other providers open 6-7 days a week higher.
Allied Fence Company of Dallas: Allied has served DFW homeowners and commercial fence projects since 1954. They offer chain link fence, ornamental iron fence and wood fence solutions. We chose to focus on DFW fence pros that were more purely residential in these rankings.
Need fence repair in Dallas? Read our updated Dallas fence repair guide before you start — we'll tell you if should you repair or replace that existing fence.
Texas State Fence Company is our top choice for fence installation and repair. They offer a 10-year warranty on all cedar fences, and have completed over 3,000 outdoor projects.
Duncan’s Services hit the top of our rankings for transparent customer reviews and photos of past projects. We like them for privacy fences and automatic gate installation projects.
These statistics from Texas State Fence show that material type doesn’t change the cost of fence repair by much. The average cost to repair a chain link fence versus a wrought iron fence only differs by $40.
So why is it generally more expensive to install a wood fence than a chain link fence, even though wood is cheaper per linear foot? In Dallas Fort Worth, the cost of labor is more important than materials.
Current Cost of Dallas Fence Repair Labor
Since most fence contractors bill for services by the hour, the real driver of fence repair cost is labor — not materials. How much of your fence needs to be repaired or replaced? How much material needs to be taken down and hauled away?
Here are some important stats to know about the current cost of Dallas fence repair work:
The average cost to install a new Dallas fence is $75-105 per linear foot. This cost includes material and labor. Chain link fences are lower than this estimate (~$40 per linear foot).
The average cost to repair a Dallas fence is $18-50 per square foot depending on materials. Add costs for taller fences as they'll need more labor and dispose of more material.
The average total cost to install a new Dallas fence is $12,000-$20,000.
The average total cost to repair a Dallas fence is $475-1600.
Conclusion
Whether you crave true Texas backyard living or just a little added privacy, fence repair and new fence installation are hot commodities in Dallas.
The cost of your Dallas fence project is based more on labor than materials — get the best bang for your buck and pick a fence company that offers a warranty on their work.
Demand for privacy fences and security fences is only going up in DFW. Make sure to demand the same level of security from your contractor, in the form of upfront pricing and a clear timeline.
Looking for wood fence installation? Choose a board on board cedar fence for gorgeous visual appeal, but be prepared to spend more than you would on pressure treated pine.
Use an aluminum fence or chain link fence if you're more concerned with security than with aesthetics.
We trust Texas State Fence and Duncan’s Services to deliver those things on top of quality craftsmanship — it’s the same high standard of excellence we demand of every HOMR featured partner.
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