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Electric fence prices per meter 2026

Electric fence prices · 2026

Plan your perimeter with clearer prices.

Compare wall-top and freestanding fence rates, energisers and accessories. See what is included, then request a quote matched to your boundary and security requirements.

Wall-top electric fence installed above a boundary wall

Standard fence rates include hardware and labour. The energiser is priced separately.

Budget starting points

Separate the fence from the equipment.

Six-line wall-top

From R105/m

Published rate for runs under 200 m, including standard fence hardware and labour.

Freestanding fence

From R205/m

Published 200 m+ rate for an 18-line fence, excluding the energiser.

Energiser unit

From R2,565

The lowest unit price in the detailed product list. Installation and accessories are additional.

01 / Fence pricing tables

Compare rates by fence height and distance.

More lines and greater height usually require more material. Longer installations may qualify for a lower rate per metre, while the total cost still increases with length.

Wall-top electric fence

Fence linesUnder 200 m200 m or more
6 linesR105/mR95/m
8 linesR125/mR115/m
10 linesR145/mR135/m
12 linesR165/mR155/m

Freestanding electric fence

Fence linesPublished under-100 m rate200 m or more
18 linesR215/mR205/m
24 linesR275/mR265/m
30 linesR315/mR305/m

The original freestanding table does not specify the 100–199 m band. Ask for the applicable rate on your quote. These rates include standard hardware and installation labour but exclude the energiser.

Whole-job examples from the original page

The page gives approximately R8,500 for a 50 m six-line fence and R14,800 for a 100 m installation.

These are overall budgeting examples with incompletely specified inclusions. Do not calculate a guaranteed total from them. Ask for an itemised quote for your property.

Already have your own materials?

The original page mentions labour-only installation at R35–R85 per metre for customer-supplied materials.

Compatibility, missing components, fence type and site conditions must be checked before confirming the labour price.

02 / Quote inclusions

Know what each price covers.

Per-metre fence rate

  • Fence poles or suitable brackets
  • Electric fence wire
  • Corner stays
  • Tensioners
  • Bobbin insulators where specified
  • Strain insulators
  • Ferrules and line clamps
  • Concrete for specified freestanding installations
  • Fasteners, screws and anchors
  • Standard installation labour

The energiser and its accessories are quoted separately.

Installed energiser kit

The original page describes a separately quoted kit containing:

  • Energiser
  • Lightning diverter
  • Three earth spikes
  • Siren
  • Installation labour

The product prices below are energiser unit prices. They do not include this entire installed kit.

Electric fence installation shown on the pricing page
Fence installationMaterials and site conditions shape the final quotation.
Electric fence hardware kit
Installation hardwareConfirm the quantities and materials included.
Installed electric fence energiser
Energiser setupThe equipment, accessories and labour are separately specified.
03 / Energiser unit prices

Choose equipment suited to the fence.

Fence layout, length, zones and monitoring requirements determine the suitable energiser. These unit prices exclude installation, earthing, lightning protection and siren accessories.

Nemtek Wizord energiser

Nemtek Wizord 4i

R2,565

Listed as a 3.7-joule output unit for domestic wall-top fencing.

Confirm the exact model and specification on your quote.

Request installed price ↗
Product image used for the Nemtek Merlin 28s listing

Nemtek Merlin 28s

R4,250

Listed as a dual-zone option, allowing separate fence zones to help identify fault areas. Tag or keypad control is described.

Image retained from the original listing. Confirm the exact supplied model.

Request installed price ↗
04 / Accessories

Additional equipment and guide prices.

Confirm compatibility and fitting charges before ordering. These accessories are not automatically included in every fence quote.

Electric fence solar regulator

Solar regulator

R640

The source describes an LED regulator with maximum power point technology and panel compatibility from 20 W to 200 W.

It also advertises over 90% efficiency with a 140 W panel. Confirm the exact regulator specifications and system sizing.

Inline sliding gate electric fence contact

Inline gate contact

R599

A two-way contact for carrying monitored fence connections across a suitable sliding gate. The source lists stainless steel and brass construction.

Double-pole electric fence lightning diverter

Lightning diverter

R289

Double-pole protection intended to divert surge energy through the specified earthing arrangement and help protect the energiser.

Aluminium electric fence energiser enclosure

Aluminium enclosure

R5,060

Housing for energisers and accessories. The original listing describes weather protection, a stainless steel lock and key, and ventilation.

Electric fence monitoring light

Fence monitoring light

R199

Provides a visible indication of fence operation. The source describes flash frequency changing with fence voltage.

Outdoor alarm siren

15 W siren

R98.19

Audible indication of an alarm condition. The page also mentions single-tone, six-tone and 30 W dual-tone variants.

05 / Planning the installation

What changes the final cost?

Fence length

Longer runs need more materials and labour, even where the rate per metre falls.

Height and line count

Taller systems and additional lines affect wire, support and fitting quantities.

Material choice

Wire, brackets, insulators and fittings influence durability and maintenance needs.

Ground and walls

Rocky ground, high or stepped walls and difficult access may add work.

Clearing and corners

Vegetation, irregular boundaries and support requirements affect the installation route.

Zones and controls

Multiple zones, gate connections and monitoring features can increase equipment costs.

06 / Installation options

A layout for your boundary.

Wall-top

Mounted above a suitable existing wall, using brackets and a line count matched to the site.

Piggyback

Electric lines fitted alongside suitable palisade or other existing fencing. Request a specific quote for this layout.

Freestanding

A separate fence structure for properties without a suitable wall, including larger commercial, farm and animal-control applications.

07 / Previous projects

Projects shown on the original page.

Freestanding electric fence project
Randfontein24-line fence · 700 m
Piggyback electric fence project
Montana30-line fence · 540 m
Freestanding electric fence at an airfield
Petit Airfields18-line fence · 2.1 km

Watch the installation video linked on the original page →

08 / Installation and support

Arrange an assessment before choosing equipment.

We offer site assessments and advice on fence design, materials and equipment. The original page advertises site visits within 24 hours; confirm current scheduling when booking.

It also advertises a workmanship warranty, after-sales support and a certificate of compliance with new installations. Confirm these inclusions and their terms on your quote.

If you already own a fence kit, ask us to check the components before confirming an installation-only price.

09 / Service areas

Pretoria and surrounding Gauteng areas.

The original pricing page mentions the following areas. Send your address to confirm availability.

  • Pretoria
  • Centurion
  • Moreleta Park
  • Boschkop
  • Kempton Park
  • Benoni
  • Lynnwood
  • Montana
10 / Frequently asked questions

Understand the price and the system.

How much does electric fencing cost per metre?

Use the detailed tables above: wall-top rates range from R95–R165/m across the listed distance bands, and freestanding rates from R205–R315/m. The energiser is additional.

What is included in those rates?

Standard fence hardware and installation labour. Energiser equipment, its installation and accessories are separately quoted.

Does a longer fence cost less?

The rate per metre may decrease, but the overall total usually rises because more materials and labour are required.

How do I compare supplier quotes?

Compare fence type, length, line count, materials, energiser model, accessories, site work, VAT and documentation. A low headline rate may cover a different scope.

Will the fence work during a power outage?

A suitable backup battery may keep it operating, depending on its condition and the energiser. Backup duration and operating modes vary by model.

Does an electric fence use much electricity?

Power consumption depends on the energiser and its operation. Check the selected model’s input specifications rather than relying on a general light-bulb comparison.

Is electric fencing an effective security measure?

It can provide a deterrent and monitored perimeter, but security needs differ. Cameras, alarms and secure access points can support the overall design.

Can it be used for animal control?

Yes, with a fence layout and energiser selected for the animals and site. Ask for an application-specific recommendation.

Can I supply my own materials?

The original page offers installation of customer-supplied kits. Confirm that the kit is suitable and complete before agreeing on a labour quote.

Is the energiser the same as an installed kit?

No. A unit-only price covers the energiser itself. The installed kit described on this page also includes specified protection, earthing, siren and labour.

Customer feedback

Feedback displayed on the original page.

Natasha Reitmann

Highlighted friendly and prompt service and said she would recommend the team.

Sunette Keller

Praised the workmanship and the effort made to finish a demanding job.

Benny Poovan

Expressed confidence in Felix and satisfaction with the service and pricing.

Get a price for your property

Show us the boundary.

Send your suburb, approximate fence length, preferred fence type and photos. A site assessment can confirm the layout and the complete supply-and-installation quotation.

Prices are published guide figures and may change. Confirm availability, equipment specifications, installation, accessories, VAT and all additional work in your written quotation.