The taller the fence, the greater the expense per linear foot, but the average installation cost for a black chain-link fence ranges from $10 to $34 per linear foot, or $1,500 to $5,100 for a 150 ...

Chain-link fences are relatively affordable and easy to install, but they don't provide much privacy. We've got clever ways ...

A residential chain link fence around a backyard fitted with a black privacy screen. - Beekeepx/Shutterstock These screens come in many colors and sizes, with most offering weather and UV proofing.

If you have a low-lying chain link fence, the time may come when it's ready for an upgrade. Costing up to $40 per linear foot, a full-blown fence replacement may be beyond the realm of possibility.