Aluminum Fence Pricing
Aluminum fences are priced according to their grade and style of manufacture. Fences for residential use are made of a lighter gauge and are thus priced lower than industrial grade fences. However, as residential fences are more ornamental that industrial fences, customers need to pay for designs and finishes.
A 4′ gate for residential purposes can be purchased for a base price of around $185. Every increase of one foot in height will hike the price by approximately $15-$20. Arched gates of 4′ in height will cost approximately $325. The difference in price between an arched gate and a non arched gate is due to the craftsmanship and amount of material used in crafting the gate.
The use of more ornaments on the gates could further hike up the price, depending on the choice of ornaments. The cost of ornaments ranges from $1.50 to $10.00 each. Exclusive ornaments are also available but are priced higher.
If you are looking for a cost effective fence, you can buy separate panels and gate posts and assemble it yourself. Case panels start at $50.00 each and can go up to $90.00, depending upon size. Gate posts start at $25.00, and the price increases with size.
Accessories like latches, hinges, and the like are sometimes offered free with a sizable purchase. These accessories are generally priced per piece and can be purchased as per requirement. Do it yourself enthusiasts find this feature very useful.
Quality features like a minimum ultimate strength of 35,000 psi, assembly with stainless steel, corrosion resistant screws, and the like are likely to push up the price. But these features will make the fence worth the money spent on it. Attention to small details like screws or fastener heads painted to match the finish of the fence or fully powder-coated accessories also make a difference to the price. Some rails used in aluminum fences come with extra internal ribbing that increases the strength and rigidity of the fence panels.