Fence Installation Costs
Average fence installation costs per linear metre:
- Colorbond: $75-120/m installed
- Timber paling: $60-100/m installed
- Pool fencing (glass): $300-600/m installed
- Pool fencing (aluminium): $150-250/m installed
- Brick/rendered: $250-500/m installed
Example Costs (20m fence)
- Colorbond 1.8m: $1,500-2,400
- Timber paling: $1,200-2,000
- Glass pool fence: $6,000-12,000
What Affects Price
- Material: Colorbond vs timber vs glass
- Height: 1.2m vs 1.8m vs 2.1m
- Terrain: Sloped sites cost more
- Access: Rear yards harder to reach
- Removal: Old fence removal adds cost
- Gates: Each gate adds $200-800
Colorbond vs Timber
Colorbond
Pros: Low maintenance, 10+ year warranty, fire resistant
Cons: Higher upfront cost, can dent, limited styles
Timber
Pros: Natural look, cheaper upfront, easy repairs
Cons: Requires maintenance, shorter lifespan, termite risk
Pool Fencing Requirements
Pool fencing must comply with AS 1926.1:
- Minimum 1.2m height
- No climbable objects within 900mm
- Self-closing, self-latching gates
- Council inspection required