When it comes to pricing, the average cost of privacy fence installation is $3,300, ranging from $1,600 on the lower end all the way up to $7,000 on the higher end. Fences are a great way to increase ...

Dear Pat: I need to install a fence around my backyard. I was thinking of going with a board type of fencing. Are there other designs I should consider, and what are some construction tips? — Tracy F.

Fencing serves many purposes. Some homeowners erect a fence for privacy, while others do so to contain pets and children. Because fencing can be expensive, some homeowners look for ways to cut costs, ...