Lowes 6Ft Fence (2024)

FAQs

Is a 6 foot fence high enough? ›

If privacy is your main goal, you'll want a fence that is at least 6-feet high to prevent nosy neighbors or curious passers-by from peeking in. To be extra safe, choose a 7- or 8-foot high fence. Before you start building, however, double-check that local regulations allow you to build a fence to this height.

The national average cost to install a 6-foot privacy fence is $3,150 to $4,950, with most people paying $4,000 for 150 linear feet of 6-foot tall dog-ear redwood fencing, fully installed. This project's low cost is $2,250 for 150 linear feet of 6-foot cedar stockade-style fencing installed.

The general rule of thumb when setting a post is that the depth of the post's hole needs to be one-third to one-half of the actual above-ground height of the post. So, a six-foot-high finished post ideally needs to be buried three feet into the ground.

Some experts argue that vinyl fencing is approximately four times stronger and flexible than wood fences. Vinyl fences are easy to maintain because you can clean graffiti and other stains using soap and water. The long life span and low maintenance expenses make vinyl the cheapest fences than other types of fences.

The depth of the hole should be 1/3-1/2 the post height above ground (i.e., a 6-foot tall fence would require a hole depth of at least 2 feet).

For residential properties, classic wood fences are typically 6 to 8 feet tall to ensure adequate privacy and security. Chain link fences in residential areas often range from 3 to 6 feet. Commercial fences are generally taller to provide increased security, with standard heights ranging from 6 to 10 feet.

The cheapest fence you can install is wire fencing at $2 per foot on average, while a 6-foot high wood privacy fence costs $13 to $25 per linear foot, and vinyl fencing costs $15 to $30 per foot.

Material Costs

One of the primary factors influencing garden fencing costs is the choice of material. Fencing materials can vary widely in price, durability, and maintenance requirements. Wood: While offering a classic look, certain types of wood that are resistant to rot and pests, such as cedar, can be quite pricey.

A fence is only as strong as its posts. The American Standards for Testing Materials (ASTM) suggests always setting fence posts in cement. One of the most important reasons your fence posts should be set in concrete is to keep them plumb and level over time.

How many posts do I need for a 6ft fence? ›

If you're setting wooden or concrete posts in concrete you'll need 8ft (2.4m) posts for a 6ft (1.828m) fence – i.e. your posts are 2ft (0.6m) longer than the fence height. Use 4in x 4in posts for fences of 5ft and over and 3in x 3in posts for anything under 5ft.

In summary: premade fence panels, in most cases, are cheaper and requires less installation time.

The off-seasons for fence building are usually just ahead of winter, or right before the rainy season in your area. It makes financial sense to build your fence in the off-season, and you can often get more flexibility in scheduling when companies have fewer jobs to juggle.

What is the Easiest Fence to Install Yourself? Did you know: with the right tools and planning, vinyl fences are among the easiest fences to install yourself! This is due to the fact that you install this material with essentially a no-dig design rather than needing to dig posts bases and fill them with cement.

So, how high should a security fence be? Industry standards suggest that a security fence should be at least 8 feet tall. This height is considered sufficient to deter intruders from attempting to climb over.

Privacy. If your ultimate goal for installing a wooden fence is privacy, then for sufficient security and privacy, we recommend opting for a 6 foot fence panel. This will keep your property secure and keep intruders out.

Anti-climb fencing panels – 2 m (height) x 3.5 m (width), weight 13.8 kg. Heavy duty anti-climb fencing panels – 2 m (height) x 3.5 m (width), weight 15.9 kg.

In fencing, all the spectrum of height has advantages, although tall people have an edge.