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Fence Contractor Hourly Rate Calculator

This free fence contractor hourly rate calculator finds your minimum rate per hour or per linear foot, based on your own income goal and overhead.

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Fence Contractor Hourly Rate — Frequently Asked Questions

Fence contractors typically charge $60—$90 per hour. Solo operators in suburban markets usually sit at $60—$70/hr, while experienced contractors with crews in high-demand areas can command $80—$90 or more. Many also price by linear foot ($10—$30/ft) or day rate.
A realistic billable day for a solo fence contractor is 5—7 hours. The remainder goes to travel, quoting, material pickups, admin, and site setup. Over 46 working weeks, that yields roughly 1,150—1,610 billable hours per year — use 6 as a conservative daily estimate.
Yes. Overhead — vehicle, fuel, insurance, licensing, tools, marketing — needs to be baked into your rate. A solo fence contractor typically carries $15,000—$22,000 in annual overhead. Divide that by total billable hours to get an overhead cost per hour, then add it to your desired earnings rate.
Get 2—3 quotes from local competitors on the same job scope. If your rate is more than 15% higher, ensure your pitch explains the difference — quality materials, warranty, faster completion, or better cleanup. Fence customers often choose value over the lowest price, especially for cedar or composite installations.
The minimum rate covers your income goal and overhead at zero profit — it's the floor you cannot go below without losing money. The recommended rate adds a 15% buffer for slow weeks, rework, and growth. The profitable rate adds 20%, giving you genuine business profit to reinvest.

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