How Much Does It Cost To Install A Chain Link Fence Yourself?

DIY Chain Link Installation

Installing a chain link fence yourself will not only save you money but it will give you the satisfaction of installing and understanding everything involved in the process yourself. Typical installations will cost double the cost of the parts. For example, if you spend $3,000 on parts, the labor for someone else to install it is another $3,000, which brings the total to $6,000. If you install the fence yourself, you're saving half of the money. All it costs is your time and effort.


Check out our guide on installing a chain link fence yourself. It is a lot easier than most people think. All it takes is the right tools and knowledge. For help on knowing what exactly makes up a chain link fence, we have a complete guide to chain link fence that will help you understand what the terms mean, what material is best, and more. There are not that many tools needed for installation. Doing the installation yourself also allows you to work at your own pace. Having the freedom to work on your own time instead of someone else's will help with scheduling conflicts. Some contractors can be booked for months in advance. Choosing to do it yourself will take that out of the equation and let you get the chain link installation done when it's needed.


Chain link fences typically take anywhere from 2-5 days depending on the length. Setting the posts in cement and waiting for the cement to cure will take at least a day but after that, there is no time constraint waiting for things to set. This means that it should only take a couple of weekends to finish.


Taking the time and effort to install a chain link fence yourself will save you almost half the money it takes to hire someone else to do it. Check out the rest of our helpful articles on anything chain link fence. If you have any questions regarding installation or would like to place an order, reach out to one of our knowledgeable sales representatives. We are here to help!



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