How Much Does Fence Repair Cost?
Updated for 2026 — national average costs with state-by-state breakdowns
What Does Fence Repair Include?
Fence repair fixes damaged posts, panels, rails, and gates. Common issues include rotting wood, leaning posts, storm damage, and broken rails.
The national average cost for fence repair is $400 per repair. Most homeowners pay between $150 and $800, though costs can vary significantly based on your location, the scope of work, and other factors outlined below.
What Affects the Price?
Repair Type
Replace boards: $5-$15 each. Replace panel: $100-$300. Reset post: $150-$400. Gate repair: $100-$300
Material
Wood: $150-$500. Vinyl: $200-$600. Chain link: $100-$400. Wrought iron: $200-$800
Key Cost Factors
- ✓Extent of damage
- ✓Fence material
- ✓Number of sections
- ✓Post replacement needed
- ✓Gate repair
- ✓Accessibility
💡 Tips to Save Money
- 1.Replacing individual boards is much cheaper than full sections
- 2.Treat wood fence with sealant every 2-3 years to prevent rot
- 3.Fix leaning posts early before they pull down adjacent panels
- 4.Handymen charge less than fencing companies for small repairs
📈 Fence Repair Cost Trends (2020–2024)
Prices have increased +17.6% over the last 5 years
| Year | National Avg | YoY Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | $340 | — |
| 2021 | $354 | +4.1% |
| 2022 | $377 | +6.5% |
| 2023 | $388 | +2.9% |
| 2024 | $400 | +3.1% |
Based on national averages adjusted for annual inflation. Actual costs vary by location and project scope.
Fence Repair Cost by State
Costs vary significantly by state due to labor rates, cost of living, and local market conditions. Click any state for a detailed breakdown.
| State | Low | Average | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alabama | $123 | $328 | $656 |
| Alaska | $192 | $512 | $1,024 |
| Arizona | $143 | $380 | $760 |
| Arkansas | $120 | $320 | $640 |
| California | $203 | $540 | $1,080 |
| Colorado | $162 | $432 | $864 |
| Connecticut | $183 | $488 | $976 |
| Delaware | $158 | $420 | $840 |
| Florida | $147 | $392 | $784 |
| Georgia | $135 | $360 | $720 |
| Hawaii | $213 | $568 | $1,136 |
| Idaho | $138 | $368 | $736 |
| Illinois | $158 | $420 | $840 |
| Indiana | $132 | $352 | $704 |
| Iowa | $129 | $344 | $688 |
| Kansas | $128 | $340 | $680 |
| Kentucky | $126 | $336 | $672 |
| Louisiana | $131 | $348 | $696 |
| Maine | $153 | $408 | $816 |
| Maryland | $173 | $460 | $920 |
| Massachusetts | $195 | $520 | $1,040 |
| Michigan | $138 | $368 | $736 |
| Minnesota | $153 | $408 | $816 |
| Mississippi | $117 | $312 | $624 |
| Missouri | $131 | $348 | $696 |
| Montana | $143 | $380 | $760 |
| Nebraska | $132 | $352 | $704 |
| Nevada | $153 | $408 | $816 |
| New Hampshire | $168 | $448 | $896 |
| New Jersey | $188 | $500 | $1,000 |
| New Mexico | $135 | $360 | $720 |
| New York | $198 | $528 | $1,056 |
| North Carolina | $135 | $360 | $720 |
| North Dakota | $135 | $360 | $720 |
| Ohio | $135 | $360 | $720 |
| Oklahoma | $125 | $332 | $664 |
| Oregon | $165 | $440 | $880 |
| Pennsylvania | $153 | $408 | $816 |
| Rhode Island | $173 | $460 | $920 |
| South Carolina | $131 | $348 | $696 |
| South Dakota | $128 | $340 | $680 |
| Tennessee | $129 | $344 | $688 |
| Texas | $140 | $372 | $744 |
| Utah | $143 | $380 | $760 |
| Vermont | $162 | $432 | $864 |
| Virginia | $158 | $420 | $840 |
| Washington | $173 | $460 | $920 |
| West Virginia | $120 | $320 | $640 |
| Wisconsin | $141 | $376 | $752 |
| Wyoming | $138 | $368 | $736 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Should I repair or replace my fence?
If less than 20% of the fence is damaged, repair. If it's widespread rot, leaning, or the fence is 15+ years old, replacement may be more cost-effective.
🏙️ Fence Repair Cost by City
Compare fence repair costs in the most popular US cities:
View all 219 cities →
Related Cost Guides
💬 What Did You Pay?
Real costs reported by homeowners for Fence Repair
Recent Reports
📐 Fence Repair Cost Calculator
Get a personalized estimate based on your project details
Get Free Renovation Estimates
Connect with licensed contractors for your project.
🔍 Get Free Quotes from Local Pros
Compare prices from pre-screened contractors in your area. Free, no-obligation estimates.
* CostWhale may earn a commission. This doesn't affect our pricing data or recommendations.
💰 Get Weekly Cost-Saving Tips
Join 10,000+ smart homeowners. Unsubscribe anytime.