Modeled local planning range
Wood privacy fencing in Missoula County, MT uses a modeled planning range of $33-$50 per linear foot, with a midpoint near $42 before project-specific gates, access, demolition, permits, soil, weather, tax, and contractor scope. Confidence: Fallback.
| Cost component | Per foot | 100-foot example |
|---|---|---|
| Modeled material cost | $26 | $2,562 |
| Modeled labor cost | $16 | $1,638 |
| Installed lower range | $33 | $3,300 |
| Installed midpoint | $42 | $4,200 |
| Installed higher range | $50 | $5,000 |
Local cost factors
Material factor 100% and labor factor 100% using Missoula County data with MT state context. Fallback scope: baseline.
Climate considerations
Available 1991-2020 normals show 23.78 inches of annual precipitation and 45 inches of snowfall. Product specifications, drainage, coatings, lumber movement, and post depth still require site review.
What changes an installed quote?
- Total measured length, corners, height transitions, and post spacing.
- Gate size, framing, hardware, automation, and slope at the opening.
- Demolition, disposal, roots, rock, access, drainage, and retaining walls.
- Product grade, finish, permit responsibility, warranty, tax, and contractor availability.