Fence Removal Cost in Massachusetts: Wood, Chain Link & Vinyl

Old fences fall apart, lean, rot, and eventually become an eyesore rather than a boundary. Whether you are replacing a fence, clearing a property line, or removing storm damage, fence removal is a straightforward demolition job that most homeowners can get done in a single day. In Massachusetts, fence removal costs $3 to $10 per linear foot depending on the fence type, height, and whether you need the posts pulled out of the ground. McDumpsters provides fence removal across Middlesex County with full debris hauling included.

Fence Removal Cost by Type

| Fence Type | Cost Per Linear Foot | 100 ft Fence |

|-----------|---------------------|-------------|

| Wood privacy fence (6 ft) | $5 - $10 | $500 - $1,000 |

| Wood picket fence (4 ft) | $3 - $7 | $300 - $700 |

| Chain link fence | $3 - $6 | $300 - $600 |

| Vinyl/PVC fence | $4 - $8 | $400 - $800 |

| Split rail fence | $2 - $5 | $200 - $500 |

All prices include fence panel removal, loading, hauling, and disposal.

What About the Fence Posts?

Fence post removal is the hardest part of the job and is usually priced separately:

• Wood posts (surface cut): Free — we cut them flush with the ground
• Wood posts (full extraction): $10 - $25 per post — dug out completely
• Metal posts (chain link): $10 - $20 per post — requires digging
• Concrete footings: $15 - $30 per post — concrete must be dug out

If you are installing a new fence in the same location, your new fence installer may handle post removal as part of the installation. Ask before paying for separate removal.

DIY vs. Professional Fence Removal

DIY Makes Sense If:

• Short fence (under 50 linear feet)
• Picket or split rail (lightweight)
• You have a truck or trailer for disposal
• Posts can be cut at ground level (no extraction needed)

Professional Makes Sense If:

• Long fence (100+ linear feet)
• Privacy fence or chain link (heavy, awkward)
• Posts need full extraction with concrete footings
• You need same-day removal and do not have a truck

What Happens to Old Fence Materials?

• Wood fencing: Disposed of as construction debris; clean wood may be recycled
• Chain link: Metal is recycled as scrap — fencing, poles, and hardware
• Vinyl: Disposed of as bulky waste; limited recycling options
• Concrete footings: Recycled as road base or clean fill

Common Fence Removal Scenarios

• Replacing a fence: Remove old fence before new installation
• Property sale: Buyers want a clean yard or plan their own fencing
• Storm damage: Fallen trees take out fence sections
• Neighbor disputes: Fence on the wrong side of the property line

Ready to Remove Your Old Fence?

Call McDumpsters at (978) 375-2272 for a free fence removal estimate. We handle the teardown, post removal, and hauling. Same-day service available across Billerica, Chelmsford, Lowell, Tewksbury, and all of Middlesex County.