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Fence Installation in Montgomery, AL

Compare 5 local fence installation pros. Typical service: $12–$35.

Top Fence Installation Companies in Montgomery

  1. 1.Montgomery Fence Company

    4.4★ (48 reviews)

    4.4★ from 48 reviews

    +13346498995Website

  2. 2.Pride Fence LLC

    4.5★ (21 reviews)

    4.5★ from 21 reviews

    +13345385687Website

  3. 3.Dogwatch of Mid Alabama

    4.8★ (17 reviews)

    4.8★ from 17 reviews

    +13343568605Website

  4. 4.Concentric Security

    5.0★ (3 reviews)

    5.0★ from 3 reviews

    +13342738558Website

  5. 5.Waco Fence Company

    5.0★ (1 reviews)

    5.0★ from 1 reviews

    +13342881234

Fence Installation Cost in Montgomery

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

ServiceTypical range in Montgomery
Wood fence$12–$35/linear ft
Vinyl fence$23–$47/linear ft
Chain-link fence$8–$20/linear ft
Fence repair$117–$469/job

Fence Installation prices in Montgomery run about 22% 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 5 companies serving Montgomery, rated 4.7★ on average across 90 customer reviews.

Montgomery Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Montgomery's weather means for scheduling fence installation.

Last spring frost
March 18
First fall frost
November 7
Annual precipitation
52.8"
Heating degree days
2,278
Cooling degree days
2,113
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan35.1°57.5°4.62"
Feb38.9°62.1°5.08"
Mar44.7°69.6°5.47"
Apr50.9°76.6°3.97"
May59.5°84.2°3.65"
Jun67.4°89.1°4.62"
Jul70.1°91.8°5.27"
Aug70°91.3°4.22"
Sep64°86°3.64"
Oct51.9°77.6°3.05"
Nov43.4°69°4.67"
Dec36.6°60.1°4.54"

NOAA station data 6.76 miles from Montgomery.

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 Montgomery

How much does fence installation cost in Montgomery?

A wood fence in Montgomery typically runs $12-$35 per linear foot installed.

How many fence companies serve Montgomery?

We track 5 fence companies serving Montgomery.

Do I need a permit to build a fence in Montgomery, 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 Montgomery and any HOA, so check both before ordering materials.

Is fence installation in Montgomery more expensive than average?

Fence installation labor in Montgomery runs about -21.8% versus the national average.

How deep do fence posts need to be in Montgomery?

Posts should go below the frost line so frost heave does not lift them; with winter lows near 35F in Montgomery, that sets how deep a contractor digs.

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

Once the ground thaws after the last frost around March 18 in Montgomery, before the busy summer season.

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

Multiply the fence length by $12-$35 per linear foot for wood in Montgomery, then add gates and removal of any old fence.

How does Montgomery weather affect a wood fence?

Montgomery gets about 52.8 inches of precipitation a year; wood fences need sealing every few years to resist rot, where vinyl and chain link do not.