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Garden fence installation cost Netherlands 2026 — price per metre including labour
Current overview of garden fence installation costs in the Netherlands 2026. What does a new fence cost per metre including labour, which materials are available and when is a permit required? With cost tables.
Quick answer
Installing a garden fence in the Netherlands in 2026 costs on average € 40 to € 120 per linear metre including labour depending on the material. Timber is the cheapest option; composite or aluminium lasts longer and requires minimal maintenance.
Fence costs by material type
1. Price per linear metre including labour
| Fence type | Cost per m (incl. VAT + labour) | |---|---| | Softwood fence (spruce/pine) | € 40–€ 70/m | | Hardwood fence (oak/bangkirai) | € 70–€ 120/m | | Composite fence | € 80–€ 140/m | | Aluminium fence | € 100–€ 180/m | | Concrete panel fence | € 60–€ 100/m | | Bamboo fence | € 35–€ 65/m |
2. Total costs for an average garden (20 m)
| Type | Total cost | |---|---| | Softwood fence 20 m | € 800–€ 1,400 | | Composite fence 20 m | € 1,600–€ 2,800 | | Aluminium fence 20 m | € 2,000–€ 3,600 |
3. Additional costs
| Item | Cost | |---|---| | Concrete posts / driving posts | € 10–€ 20/m | | Demolition of old fence | € 10–€ 25/m | | Utility cable check (KLIC notification) | € 0 (free, mandatory) |
Tips for garden fence installation
- Always file a KLIC notification — mandatory before any digging; free via kadaster.nl; fines apply for cable damage
- Verify property boundaries — agree the boundary with your neighbour before starting
- Choose low-maintenance material for tall fences — composite or aluminium saves annual painting
- Deeper foundations in soft ground — posts minimum 70–80 cm depth in soft or peat soil
- Get three quotes — labour prices vary significantly by region and contractor
Permit for fence installation
- Up to 1 metre high: no permit needed (side and rear garden)
- Over 1 metre at the front or up to 2 metres elsewhere: check with your municipality (many allow up to 2 m behind the front building line without permit)
- Area with architectural guidelines: colours and materials may be restricted
- Listed building or protected townscape: always apply for a permit
Conclusion
Garden fence installation in the Netherlands costs € 40–€ 120 per linear metre including labour. For complete garden landscaping or boundary fencing as part of a larger renovation, a coordinated project brief saves time and cost.
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