Is an Aluminum or Wood Fence Cheaper in Louisville?
Aluminum vs. wood · 2026 prices
Is an aluminum or wood fence cheaper in Louisville?
Installed prices for aluminum, cedar and treated pine side by side, plus what each costs to keep up.
Owner and Operator, Miles Fence Company · Prices updated October 2026
The short answer
They’re close. Aluminum runs $25 to $40 per linear foot installed, about the same as cedar ($25 to $45) and a little more than treated pine ($20 to $35). Aluminum needs almost no maintenance, while wood needs resealing every few years, so aluminum often costs less to own over time.
| Fence | Per linear foot, installed | Typical 200 ft project | Upkeep |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aluminum | $25–$40 | $5,000–$8,000 | Near-zero maintenance |
| Cedar | $25–$45 | $5,000–$9,000 | Resealing every few years |
| Treated pine | $20–$35 | $4,000–$7,000 | Resealing every few years |
Installed prices from Miles Fence, October 2026. See every material in the full fence cost guide.
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Price isn’t the whole story
Which one fits your yard
Choose aluminum for
Pools, open views and front yards. It’s HOA-friendly in many neighborhoods and needs almost no maintenance.
Choose wood for
Full privacy. Treated pine is the lowest wood price; cedar is naturally rot-resistant and takes stain well.
Mind the height
In Louisville Metro back yards, see-through fences like aluminum can be up to 6 ft and solid wood privacy up to 8 ft. Over 7 ft needs a permit.
More on aluminum styles, colors and pool fences: aluminum fence installation in Louisville.
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More quick answers
Which is better for a pool, aluminum or wood?
Aluminum is the common choice for pools: it’s see-through, near-zero maintenance and HOA-friendly. Whatever you choose, Louisville Metro requires a pool barrier at least 48 inches high with self-closing, self-latching gates that open away from the pool.
How tall can each fence be in a Louisville back yard?
In Louisville Metro, see-through fences like aluminum can be up to 6 feet in the side and back yard, and solid fences like wood privacy can be up to 8 feet. Fences over 7 feet need a building permit.
How much does a 200-foot aluminum or wood fence cost?
A typical 200-foot project runs $5,000 to $8,000 in aluminum, $5,000 to $9,000 in cedar, and $4,000 to $7,000 in treated pine, installed.
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