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How much does an electric fence cost?

  • R300 – R400/m
    Electric fence (installed)
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At Procompare, we have been tracking prices and seasonal trends for many years. Based on our proprietary data of historical project costs (acquired from thousands of our Pros) and other cost data from various respectable sources, we have put together a 2025 electric fence cost guide, where we have gathered all the necessary information for you to make the best possible decision.


Electric fence (installed)

  • R300 – R400/m

This is the price for an electrical fence per linear metre, installation included. The total cost may vary depending on the length and height of the fence installed, the materials used, and any special add-ons. The average cost is usually R300/m.

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Recent jobs for electric fences

Electric fence

  • City or suburb where you need the service: CT, Parkland
  • Fence length (m): 10
  • Fence height (m): 1.8
  • Will you be requiring installation?: No (supply only)
  • Estimated project start: More than 3 months

Palisade fence

  • City or suburb where you need the service: Northdale
  • Fence length (m): 15
  • Fence height (m): 2
  • Will you be requiring installation?: Yes
  • Estimated project start: Within a month

Good day, please may I have a quote for a residential home for supply and installation and without installation of the fence. Thank you

Wire mesh fence

  • City or suburb where you need the service: Idutywa Dutyw EC
  • Fence length (m): 70
  • Fence height (m): 1.8
  • Will you be requiring installation?: No (supply only)
  • Estimated project start: Within a month

Palisade fence

  • City or suburb where you need the service: Mountain cemetry
  • Fence length (m): 14
  • Fence height (m): 1.5
  • Will you be requiring installation?: Yes
  • Estimated project start: Within a month

To put palisade fencing around 4 tombstones. Thanks

Electric fence

  • City or suburb where you need the service: Pretoria
  • Fence length (m): 270
  • Fence height (m): 8
  • Will you be requiring installation?: Yes
  • Estimated project start: Within a month

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Barbed (razor) wire fence

  • City or suburb where you need the service: Northcrest
  • Fence length (m): 202
  • Fence height (m): 1.8
  • Will you be requiring installation?: No (supply only)
  • Estimated project start: More than 3 months

Palisade fence

  • City or suburb where you need the service: Fichardt Park
  • Fence length (m): 12
  • Fence height (m): 2
  • Will you be requiring installation?: Yes
  • Estimated project start: 1–3 months

Picket fence

  • City or suburb where you need the service: Dullstroom
  • Fence length (m): 26
  • Fence height (m): 1.2m
  • Will you be requiring installation?: No (supply only)
  • Estimated project start: Within a month

Hi! Plastic or wood. Thanks!

Wire mesh fence

  • City or suburb where you need the service: Randfontein
  • Fence length (m): 800
  • Fence height (m): 1.22m
  • Will you be requiring installation?: No (supply only)
  • Estimated project start: Within a month

Supplier to be in Johannesburg

Electric fence

  • City or suburb where you need the service: Cape Town
  • Fence length (m): 10
  • Fence height (m): 2
  • Will you be requiring installation?: Yes
  • Estimated project start: 1–3 months

Good day Pleas advise what cost would be for the setup/installation of approx 10m electric fencing on a vibracrete wall? Kind Regards