Replace Chain Link Fence Section

Armed with the tips shown in this guide you can make a fence as good as new with minimal need to replace sections.

Replace chain link fence section.

Repairing a chain link fence is fairly straight forward and most fixes can be done on your own. Slide the new chain link fence top rail down so the crimped end is located over a straight section of the damaged rail. Then mark the cutting line. The first thing you need to do is check your chain link fence for damage and determine what needs to be repaired or replaced.

Begin by removing any parts that get in the way of the repair. Then use pliers to remove the wire ties holding the old rail put the new rail in place then reconnect the rails with wire ties. A diy kit to fix small holes runs 200 or less a 25 foot roll of replacement chain link runs 50 to 175 total. When a tree limb falls on your property you can bet it s going to damage.

When faced with damage the first decision is whether to repair or replace. If there is a damage to the post you can replace it without replacing the entire fence. On the other hand if the top rail is damaged then it is also repairable with a new section of the top rail and a little effort. You can either remove the fencing with a pry bar or cut out the damaged section with a handsaw.

The average cost to fix a chain link fence ranges from 300 600 with the average homeowner spending around 450 on resetting one post repairing the top rail 2 and stretching new chain link fencing over the surrounding sections after a tree limb fell on fence. Repairing chain link fencing costs 458 on average with a typical range of 273 and 674 hiring a handyman can cost as little as 15 per hour while a fencing installation professional charges 8 to 20 per linear foot or 25 to 50 per hour.