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Aluminum fence installation in Woodland Hills typically costs between $4,000 and $10,000 for a standard residential yard, with most homeowners paying around $6,800 for 150 linear feet of mid-grade aluminum fencing professionally installed. The final price depends on grade, height, terrain, gate count, and how much of the existing fence needs to be removed first.
We’re Mason Remodeling Co Woodland Hills, and we’ve been installing aluminum fences across the San Fernando Valley since 2004. If you’re comparing quotes from five different companies right now, this guide will show you exactly where the money goes so you can make a confident call. And when you’re ready, a live person answers our line 24 hours a day at (831) 290-6866.
Aluminum Fence Installation Cost Breakdown (2026)
Aluminum fencing is priced by the linear foot in three tiers: materials, labor, and extras like gates, decorative post caps, and old-fence removal. Here’s what the 2026 Woodland Hills market looks like, based on bids we’ve written and jobs we’ve completed in neighborhoods from Warner Center to Walnut Acres.
| Line Item | Low Range | Typical | High Range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aluminum fence panels (4 ft height, residential grade) | $18 – $24 / linear ft | $22 / linear ft | $30 / linear ft |
| Aluminum fence panels (5 – 6 ft height, heavy grade) | $28 – $36 / linear ft | $32 / linear ft | $45 / linear ft |
| Labor for installation (level ground) | $12 – $18 / linear ft | $15 / linear ft | $22 / linear ft |
| Labor for installation (sloped/terraced ground) | $18 – $25 / linear ft | $21 / linear ft | $30 / linear ft |
| Gate (single walk gate, 4 ft wide) | $450 – $700 | $575 | $850 |
| Gate (double drive gate, 10 – 12 ft wide) | $1,200 – $1,800 | $1,500 | $2,400 |
| Old fence removal and haul-away | $4 – $8 / linear ft | $6 / linear ft | $12 / linear ft |
| Post concrete (standard depth, 2 ft) | $20 – $35 per post | $28 per post | $50 per post |
| Permit (if required by City of LA for specific locations) | $150 – $400 | $275 | $600 |
| Rust-inhibiting touch-up kit (preventative, after install) | $35 – $75 | $50 | $95 |
For a typical Woodland Hills yard, that adds up like this:
- 150 linear feet, 4 ft tall, one gate: $4,800 – $7,200
- 200 linear feet, 5 ft tall, two gates: $7,200 – $11,500
- 300 linear feet, 6 ft tall, double gate, sloped lot: $11,000 – $16,500
What drives the price up or down: The single biggest variable is grade. Residential aluminum fence sold at big-box stores runs lighter and thinner, with a powder coat that can chalk within five years of Southern California sun. Commercial or “heavy grade” panels carry thicker posts, better welds, and a powder coat rated for 20 years. The second variable is your lot. Woodland Hills is full of hillside homes south of Ventura Boulevard where slopes mean stepped panels, racked panels, or custom post depths, and all of those add labor. The third is the gate. A double drive gate with a locking mechanism and self-closing hinges can cost as much as 60 linear feet of fence by itself.
We deliver a written price before any work starts on every single project, including aluminum fence installation. That means the number you agree to is the number you pay. No allowances that balloon. No verbal quote that becomes something else. Isaac Pruett, who leads our Woodland Hills team, writes every quote himself.
What Affects Aluminum Fence Installation Pricing in Woodland Hills
- Your lot’s slope. Much of Woodland Hills sits on rolling terrain, particularly the neighborhoods above Mulholland Drive and along the base of the Santa Monica Mountains. On a sloped lot, a straight aluminum panel won’t follow the ground, so installers either rake the panels at an angle or step them in sections, which means more posts, more concrete, and more cutting. Expect 25 – 40% more in labor on a sloped yard than a flat one.
- Fence height and panel quality. A 4-foot fence around a front yard in a Woodland Hills HOA community runs thinner and cheaper than a 6-foot privacy fence around a backyard with a pool. And LOS ANGELES County code and many local HOA rules actually restrict front-yard fence heights. We’ll check your HOA’s architectural guidelines before we even order panels.
- Gate count and hardware. Every gate requires hinge posts, latch hardware, and often concrete reinforcement. A simple walk gate adds $450 – $850. A double drive gate with an automated opener can add $2,500 – $4,500 once you factor in the motor, wiring, and a technician to set the travel limits properly.
- Existing fence removal. If you’re replacing a wood or chain-link fence, someone has to pull the old posts, break up the concrete footers, and haul everything away. That’s $4 – $8 per linear foot in disposal and labor, and it’s often not included in lowball bids. We include it in writing so there’s no surprise on the final invoice.
- Soil conditions. Parts of Woodland Hills have expansive clay soil that shifts with the rains. We set posts in concrete to a depth of at least 24 inches, and on hillside lots we occasionally go deeper. If we hit rock or old concrete, that’s slower drilling and a modest labor upcharge.
- HOA design rules. Woodland Hills has a patchwork of HOAs, and many of them have specific rules about fence color (black and dark bronze are the most common), post cap styles, and even panel orientation. If you need HOA approval, we’ll prepare the drawings and submission. It adds a week or two to the timeline but not usually to the price.
Is Aluminum Fence Worth It Compared to Vinyl or Wood?
Vinyl fence installation in Woodland Hills runs $3,500 – $9,000 for a comparable yard, and a typical wood fence falls somewhere in a similar range. Aluminum costs a bit more upfront in many cases. But the lifetime math changes fast.
Here’s what we see after installing fences in Woodland Hills backyards for over 20 years. A wood fence against our Santa Ana winds leans, warps, and eventually rots where irrigation overspray hits it. Vinyl holds up but can crack in hot sun, and if a panel breaks, you often can’t buy the same color three years later because the manufacturer changed the formula. Aluminum doesn’t rust in the coastal air that drifts over the hills, it doesn’t warp in 110-degree August heat, and the powder coat doesn’t peel the way paint does. The Aluminum Association rates properly coated architectural aluminum for 20 – 30 years outdoors, and in our experience, a decent residential panel in the San Fernando Valley hits that range with almost no maintenance other than a rinse twice a year.
So for homeowners who plan to stay in the home five years or more, aluminum is usually the better spend than vinyl or wood. We’re glad to walk through both options on a free estimate call. You can reach us at (831) 290-6866.
How to Save on Aluminum Fence Installation
The biggest lever you control is the scope of the gate work. Every gate adds $450 or more, so carefully consider whether you need a double drive gate or whether a wider single gate can serve the same access. The second lever is timing: the slowdown in outdoor work during late fall and winter can mean faster scheduling, though our pricing stays stable year-round because we don’t pad quotes to cover seasonal marketing. The third is design simplicity. Decorative post caps, spear-top pickets, and arched panels all cost more per linear foot than flat-top panels, and the cost adds up quickly on a 200-foot run.
Also worth knowing: some permits and inspections fall under City of Los Angeles rules even for unincorporated areas, and we handle all permitting in our written bid. You won’t be surprised by a city fee later. If you want to know exactly what your yard will cost, the fastest way is a free estimate. Call (831) 290-6866 and one of our team members will set up a visit. Every crew member who comes to your property will arrive in a clean, marked uniform and will show you photo identification at the door before stepping onto the property, which is the Threshold Standard we’ve held since our founding in 2004.
What to Look for in an Aluminum Fence Installer in Woodland Hills
We’ll give you the straight version. Here’s what separates a fence that still looks right in 15 years from one that’s leaning in eight.
- Post depth and concrete: Each post gets a concrete footer that extends at least 24 inches below grade. Shallow posts are the number one cause of leaning fences on Woodland Hills hillsides.
- Gate construction: The gate frame should be welded aluminum with a powder coat, not thin screw-together rails. Gate sag is the first thing that fails on a cheap install.
- Hardware quality: Stainless steel or powder-coated aluminum hinges and latches. Zinc-plated steel rusts within a couple of rainy seasons, and replacing gate hardware means cutting into the powder coat.
- Written price before work starts: If a contractor won’t put the price in writing before you sign, walk away. Verbal estimates grow. We deliver a written price on every project, every time.
- Written guarantee with a specific term: Ask what’s covered, what’s excluded, and for how long. Our coverage terms are stated plainly, including a free return visit if an installation fails within the covered period.
FAQs – Aluminum Fence Installation Cost
How much does aluminum fence installation cost per foot in Woodland Hills?
Most Woodland Hills aluminum fence jobs run $26 – $55 per linear foot, all-in, including panels, posts, concrete, labor, and basic hardware for a typical flat or gently sloped lot. At the low end you’re getting a 4-foot residential panel with top-rail construction; at the high end you’re getting a 6-foot heavy-grade commercial panel with beefier posts. For an exact number on your yard, call (831) 290-6866 for a free on-site estimate.
Does aluminum fence installation in Woodland Hills require a permit?
Some aluminum fence installations in Woodland Hills require a permit through the City of Los Angeles Department of Building and Safety, particularly for fences over 42 inches in the front yard and over 6 feet in a rear yard, and on lots with specific hillside or pool-safety requirements. Permit fees run $150 – $400 for most residential fence work. We handle the permitting paperwork in our written quote, so you won’t be surprised by a fee you didn’t know about.
How long does it take to install an aluminum fence in Woodland Hills?
A standard 150-foot aluminum fence with one gate takes our Woodland Hills crew two to three working days from the first post hole to final cleanup. Larger jobs with multiple gates, steep slopes, or old fence removal can take four to six working days. We’ll give you a specific schedule in the written quote before any work starts, and your crew will arrive on the days we tell you they’ll arrive.
Is aluminum fence cheaper than vinyl fence in Woodland Hills?
No. Vinyl fence installation in Woodland Hills typically runs $3,500 – $9,000 for a comparable yard, while aluminum runs $4,000 – $10,000. The gap is usually $500 to $1,500 on a typical residential property. But aluminum doesn’t crack in heat, fade unpredictably, or warp the way vinyl can, so over a 15-year window it’s often the better overall value.
Can you install an aluminum fence on a sloped Woodland Hills lot?
Yes. Sloped lots are the majority of calls we get in Woodland Hills, especially in the hills above Victory Boulevard. The two main approaches are raking, where the panel follows the angle of the slope, and stepping, where sections drop in steps down the hill. Both cost more than flat ground because of the added cutting and post work, but neither is a problem for a crew experienced with hillside installs. Call (831) 290-6866 and we’ll let you know which approach works for your yard and what it costs.
Why Woodland Hills Homeowners Choose Mason Remodeling for Aluminum Fence Installation
We’re part of the Threshold Group family of home-service companies, founded in 2004, and every Mason Remodeling location is independently owned and operated. Here’s what that means for you in plain terms.
Before any crew member steps onto your Woodland Hills property, you get their name and photo. At the door, they’ll show a photo ID badge and arrive in a clean, marked uniform. That’s our threshold verification standard, and it exists because we know that opening the door to a stranger is a genuine safety decision, not a formality. Isaac Pruett leads our local team, and the crew that works on your fence is the crew whose names you’ve already seen.
We also deliver a written price before any work starts on every project. Not a verbal estimate, not an allowance, not a “we’ll see where the project takes us.” And every completed job is covered by a written guarantee with clearly stated terms, including a 365-Day Done Right Promise: if the work isn’t right within a year of completion, we make it right at no cost to you. A free return visit is provided at no charge if a repair or installation fails within the covered period.
If you’d like to talk through your fence project or get a quote, you can reach us anytime. A live person answers at (831) 290-6866 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. You won’t get a phone tree. You’ll get a human who can schedule your free estimate. If you’re still in the research phase, that’s fine too. You can read more about our Aluminum Fence Installation in Woodland Hills service or head back to our home page to see the full range of what we do.
Pricing reflects the Woodland Hills market as of 2026. Mason Remodeling Co Woodland Hills offers free estimates – call (831) 290-6866.
Written by Isaac Pruett, Owner at Mason Remodeling Co Woodland Hills, serving Woodland Hills since 2004.
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