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Fence Installation in Denver, CO

Compare 6 local fence installation pros. Typical service: $16–$48.

Top Fence Installation Companies in Denver

  1. 1.Superior Fence & Rail Of Denver

    4.8★ (646 reviews)

    4.8★ from 646 reviews

    +17206740670Website

  2. 2.Andrew-Thomas Contractors - A Denver Fence Company

    4.9★ (226 reviews)

    4.9★ from 226 reviews

    +13034347926Website

  3. 3.303 Fence, LLC

    4.9★ (109 reviews)

    4.9★ from 109 reviews

    +13035575864Website

  4. 4.Denver Fence Company

    4.9★ (94 reviews)

    4.9★ from 94 reviews

    +17204188194Website

  5. 5.EverFence

    4.8★ (61 reviews)

    4.8★ from 61 reviews

    +17204080284Website

  6. 6.Aguilar fence LLC

    5.0★ (7 reviews)

    5.0★ from 7 reviews

    +17209372327Website

Fence Installation Cost in Denver

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

ServiceTypical range in Denver
Wood fence$16–$48/linear ft
Vinyl fence$32–$64/linear ft
Chain-link fence$11–$27/linear ft
Fence repair$161–$643/job

Fence Installation prices in Denver run about 7% above 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 Denver, rated 4.9★ on average across 1,143 customer reviews.

Denver Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Denver's weather means for scheduling fence installation.

Last spring frost
May 2
First fall frost
October 5
Annual precipitation
15.58"
Heating degree days
6,068
Cooling degree days
687
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan17.4°44.5°0.47"
Feb19.6°46.1°0.47"
Mar26.4°53.6°1.25"
Apr34.1°60.9°1.74"
May43.8°70.5°2.3"
Jun52.8°81.2°1.69"
Jul59°88.2°2.05"
Aug57.4°85.7°2.06"
Sep47.5°77.2°1.06"
Oct35.7°64.9°1.08"
Nov24.9°52.3°0.82"
Dec16.7°43.3°0.59"

NOAA station data 0.73 miles from Denver.

Permits & Regulations in CO

  • Colorado has no statewide fence or general contractor license; requirements are set by each city and county
  • 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: www.denvergov.org, call811.com

Fence Installation FAQs for Denver

How much does fence installation cost in Denver?

A wood fence in Denver typically runs $16-$48 per linear foot installed.

How many fence companies serve Denver?

We track 6 fence companies serving Denver.

Do I need a permit to build a fence in Denver, CO?

In CO, Colorado has no statewide fence or general contractor license; requirements are set by each city and county. Height limits and setbacks are set by Denver and any HOA, so check both before ordering materials.

Is fence installation in Denver more expensive than average?

Fence installation labor in Denver runs about +7.1% versus the national average.

How deep do fence posts need to be in Denver?

Posts should go below the frost line so frost heave does not lift them; with winter lows near 17F in Denver, that sets how deep a contractor digs.

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

Once the ground thaws after the last frost around May 2 in Denver, before the busy summer season.

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

Multiply the fence length by $16-$48 per linear foot for wood in Denver, then add gates and removal of any old fence.

How does Denver weather affect a wood fence?

Denver gets about 15.58 inches of precipitation a year; wood fences need sealing every few years to resist rot, where vinyl and chain link do not.