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Fence Installation in Fort Collins, CO

Compare 3 local fence installation pros. Typical service: $14–$43.

Top Fence Installation Companies in Fort Collins

  1. 1.A+ Fence Deck Landscape

    4.8★ (65 reviews)

    4.8★ from 65 reviews

    +19704819923Website

  2. 2.Gemini Ltd

    5.0★ (22 reviews)

    5.0★ from 22 reviews

    +19704209717Website

  3. 3.Aztek Fencing

    2.3★ (3 reviews)

    2.3★ from 3 reviews

    +19702393948

Fence Installation Cost in Fort Collins

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

ServiceTypical range in Fort Collins
Wood fence$14–$43/linear ft
Vinyl fence$29–$58/linear ft
Chain-link fence$10–$24/linear ft
Fence repair$144–$578/job

Fence Installation prices in Fort Collins run about 4% 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 3 companies serving Fort Collins, rated 4.0★ on average across 90 customer reviews.

Fort Collins Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Fort Collins's weather means for scheduling fence installation.

Last spring frost
April 30
First fall frost
October 5
Annual precipitation
16.1"
Heating degree days
5,918
Cooling degree days
569
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan17.9°44.2°0.4"
Feb20.9°46.5°0.4"
Mar28.2°54.7°1.59"
Apr35.5°62.2°2.06"
May44.5°71.1°2.43"
Jun52.6°80.4°2.17"
Jul58.5°86.6°1.71"
Aug56.7°84°1.6"
Sep47.5°75.9°1.33"
Oct36.4°63.9°1.15"
Nov25.9°51.4°0.76"
Dec17.7°42.8°0.5"

NOAA station data 2.23 miles from Fort Collins.

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 Fort Collins

How much does fence installation cost in Fort Collins?

A wood fence in Fort Collins typically runs $14-$43 per linear foot installed.

How many fence companies serve Fort Collins?

We track 3 fence companies serving Fort Collins.

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

Is fence installation in Fort Collins more expensive than average?

Fence installation labor in Fort Collins runs about -3.7% versus the national average.

How deep do fence posts need to be in Fort Collins?

Posts should go below the frost line so frost heave does not lift them; with winter lows near 18F in Fort Collins, that sets how deep a contractor digs.

When is the best time to install a fence in Fort Collins?

Once the ground thaws after the last frost around April 30 in Fort Collins, before the busy summer season.

How do I estimate the cost of a fence in Fort Collins?

Multiply the fence length by $14-$43 per linear foot for wood in Fort Collins, then add gates and removal of any old fence.

How does Fort Collins weather affect a wood fence?

Fort Collins gets about 16.1 inches of precipitation a year; wood fences need sealing every few years to resist rot, where vinyl and chain link do not.