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Fence Installation in Huntsville, AL

Compare 6 local fence installation pros. Typical service: $12–$36.

Top Fence Installation Companies in Huntsville

  1. 1.Huntsville Residential Fencing

    4.9★ (306 reviews)

    4.9★ from 306 reviews

    +12562285770Website

  2. 2.Redstone Fencing

    4.7★ (285 reviews)

    4.7★ from 285 reviews

    +12567533623Website

  3. 3.B&B Fence

    4.9★ (149 reviews)

    4.9★ from 149 reviews

    +12565096790Website

  4. 4.Custom Cut Carpentry

    4.7★ (23 reviews)

    4.7★ from 23 reviews

    +12564264946

  5. 5.Tennessee Valley Fence, Inc.

    3.5★ (54 reviews)

    3.5★ from 54 reviews

    +12568830404Website

  6. 6.Stand Strong Fencing of Huntsville

    5.0★ (6 reviews)

    5.0★ from 6 reviews

    +12563429644Website

Fence Installation Cost in Huntsville

Local ranges, adjusted for area wage and cost-of-living data.

ServiceTypical range in Huntsville
Wood fence$12–$36/linear ft
Vinyl fence$24–$48/linear ft
Chain-link fence$8–$20/linear ft
Fence repair$121–$485/job

Fence Installation prices in Huntsville run about 19% below the national average, based on what this trade earns in the metro area — so neighbouring cities in the same metro see similar rates.

Quotes on this page come from 6 companies serving Huntsville, rated 4.6★ on average across 823 customer reviews.

Huntsville Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Huntsville's weather means for scheduling fence installation.

Last spring frost
March 27
First fall frost
November 7
Annual precipitation
54.34"
Heating degree days
3,002
Cooling degree days
1,951
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan31.8°51.2°4.89"
Feb35.5°55.9°4.84"
Mar42.2°64.9°5.21"
Apr50°73.6°4.32"
May59.3°81.3°5.11"
Jun67.1°88.2°4.29"
Jul70.4°90.7°4.05"
Aug69.4°90.9°3.61"
Sep62.5°85°3.72"
Oct51°74.6°3.59"
Nov41.8°63.7°4.94"
Dec34.4°53.5°5.77"

NOAA station data 7.24 miles from Huntsville.

Permits & Regulations in AL

  • Alabama has no fence contractor license; residential improvement contracts over $10,000 require a Home Builders Licensure Board license
  • Fence height, setback and permit rules are set by the city, county or HOA
  • Every state's one-call law requires calling 811 before digging, which includes fence post holes and deck footings

License required: State contractor rules for exterior work; municipal fence permits

Sources: hblb.alabama.gov, call811.com

Fence Installation FAQs for Huntsville

How much does fence installation cost in Huntsville?

A wood fence in Huntsville typically runs $12-$36 per linear foot installed.

How many fence companies serve Huntsville?

We track 6 fence companies serving Huntsville.

Do I need a permit to build a fence in Huntsville, AL?

In AL, Alabama has no fence contractor license; residential improvement contracts over $10,000 require a Home Builders Licensure Board license. Height limits and setbacks are set by Huntsville and any HOA, so check both before ordering materials.

Is fence installation in Huntsville more expensive than average?

Fence installation labor in Huntsville runs about -19.2% versus the national average.

How deep do fence posts need to be in Huntsville?

Posts should go below the frost line so frost heave does not lift them; with winter lows near 32F in Huntsville, that sets how deep a contractor digs.

When is the best time to install a fence in Huntsville?

Once the ground thaws after the last frost around March 27 in Huntsville, before the busy summer season.

How do I estimate the cost of a fence in Huntsville?

Multiply the fence length by $12-$36 per linear foot for wood in Huntsville, then add gates and removal of any old fence.

How does Huntsville weather affect a wood fence?

Huntsville gets about 54.34 inches of precipitation a year; wood fences need sealing every few years to resist rot, where vinyl and chain link do not.