Fence removal cost
Published removal prices don’t agree, and that’s worth knowing before you read a quote. Here’s what each source says and how we handle it.
What the labels mean
- Sourced published by a cited source, used as published
- Our calculation math on sourced numbers (averages, midpoints, totals)
- Assumption our own choice where no source covers it
What the sources say
| Item | Published range | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Removing existing fence | $3–$5/ft | (Angi, updated August 3, 2026) |
| Old fence removal | $3–$7/ft | (Angi, updated August 3, 2026) |
| Old fence removal | $3–$5/ft | (Angi, updated August 3, 2026) |
| Removal of old chain-link fencing | $3–$5/ft | (Angi, updated September 30, 2026) |
| Old fence removal and haul-away | $3–$5/ft | (Angi, updated September 23, 2026) |
| Old fence removal and disposal | $10–$20/ft | (HomeGuide, February 3, 2026) |
| DIY removal: junk removal (average) | $240 | (Angi, updated September 23, 2026) |
National reference ranges, not local prices. How we price
Angi's pages put removal at about $3–$5 per foot ($3–$7 in its wood guide, or $300–$750 for most jobs). HomeGuide puts it at $10–$20 per foot, “depending on the fence type and hauling distance.” That's a big gap, and we can't tell from the pages which better matches a given job.
How we estimate removal
Our calculation We average the two: low ($3 + $10) ÷ 2 = $6.50, high ($5 + $20) ÷ 2 = $12.50 per foot, typical $9.50 (the midpoint). Assumption Averaging two sources that disagree this much is our choice, not a published figure. Removal-only examples (our estimates, rounded to $10):
| Fence length | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100 ft | $650 | $950 | $1,250 |
| 150 ft | $980 | $1,430 | $1,880 |
| 250 ft | $1,630 | $2,380 | $3,130 |
National reference ranges, not local prices. How we price
Math: length × $6.50, $9.50 and $12.50 per foot.
Why removal prices vary
- Concrete footings. Posts set in concrete take much longer to pull than posts set in dirt.
- Material. Chain-link and wood come apart differently, and disposal rules can differ.
- Hauling and disposal. HomeGuide names hauling distance as a factor. Dump fees vary by area.
- Bundling. Removal priced as part of a new install may cost less than a removal-only job.
- DIY. Angi suggests removal is one task homeowners can do themselves, and puts junk removal for a DIY tear-out at about $240 on average (Angi, updated September 23, 2026).
What to ask before tear-out
- Does the price include pulling posts and their concrete footings?
- Are hauling and dump fees included?
- Will you fill post holes and leave the area level?
- If a neighbor shares the fence, who agrees to the removal?
- Can removal and new installation be done back to back?
Have a quote already?
Put it in the Fence Quote Checker to see price per foot, missing items and where it sits against the reference range.
Sources
- Angi: How Much Does Fence Installation Cost? [2026 Data] (page date August 3, 2026; checked October 8, 2026)
- Angi: How Much Does Wood Fence Installation Cost? [2026 Data] (page date August 3, 2026; checked October 8, 2026)
- Angi: How Much Does a Vinyl Fence Cost to Install? [2026 Data] (page date August 3, 2026; checked October 8, 2026)
- Angi: How Much Does a Chain-Link Fence Cost? [2026 Data] (page date September 30, 2026; checked October 8, 2026)
- Angi: How Much Does an Aluminum Fence Cost? [2026 Data] (page date September 23, 2026; checked October 8, 2026)
- HomeGuide: How Much Does Fence Installation Cost? (2026) (page date February 3, 2026; checked October 8, 2026)
Full verification records: How we price.