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Fence Installation in Jacksonville, FL

Compare 6 local fence installation pros. Typical service: $13–$38.

Top Fence Installation Companies in Jacksonville

  1. 1.Superior Fence & Rail

    4.9★ (846 reviews)

    4.9★ from 846 reviews

    +19046836349Website

  2. 2.NGC Fence Inc

    5.0★ (302 reviews)

    5.0★ from 302 reviews

    +19049091166Website

  3. 3.Masters Quality Fence

    5.0★ (206 reviews)

    5.0★ from 206 reviews

    +19045106540Website

  4. 4.Fence Nation of Jacksonville

    5.0★ (167 reviews)

    5.0★ from 167 reviews

    +19047048376Website

  5. 5.Active Fence Services

    4.9★ (138 reviews)

    4.9★ from 138 reviews

    +19048206243Website

  6. 6.R&R Fencing and More

    4.9★ (138 reviews)

    4.9★ from 138 reviews

    +19049825404Website

Fence Installation Cost in Jacksonville

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

ServiceTypical range in Jacksonville
Wood fence$13–$38/linear ft
Vinyl fence$25–$50/linear ft
Chain-link fence$8–$21/linear ft
Fence repair$125–$500/job

Fence Installation prices in Jacksonville run about 17% 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 Jacksonville, rated 4.9★ on average across 1,797 customer reviews.

Jacksonville Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Jacksonville's weather means for scheduling fence installation.

Last spring frost
February 5
First fall frost
December 20
Annual precipitation
49.19"
Heating degree days
1,097
Cooling degree days
3,009
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan45.1°64.7°2.98"
Feb48.3°67.9°2.7"
Mar53.5°73.2°3.93"
Apr58.5°79°2.62"
May66.7°85.4°2.56"
Jun72.6°89.6°6.07"
Jul74.5°91.4°6.27"
Aug74.7°90.5°6.32"
Sep72.4°87.2°7.64"
Oct64.7°80.8°3.36"
Nov55.5°73.6°2.35"
Dec47.9°66.5°2.39"

NOAA station data 7.16 miles from Jacksonville.

Permits & Regulations in FL

  • Florida does not license fence installation at state level; counties may, and structural or permitted exterior work requires a DBPR-licensed contractor
  • 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: www2.myfloridalicense.com, www.flsenate.gov, call811.com

Fence Installation FAQs for Jacksonville

How much does fence installation cost in Jacksonville?

A wood fence in Jacksonville typically runs $13-$38 per linear foot installed.

How many fence companies serve Jacksonville?

We track 6 fence companies serving Jacksonville.

Do I need a permit to build a fence in Jacksonville, FL?

In FL, Florida does not license fence installation at state level; counties may, and structural or permitted exterior work requires a DBPR-licensed contractor. Height limits and setbacks are set by Jacksonville and any HOA, so check both before ordering materials.

Is fence installation in Jacksonville more expensive than average?

Fence installation labor in Jacksonville runs about -16.6% versus the national average.

How deep do fence posts need to be in Jacksonville?

Posts should go below the frost line so frost heave does not lift them; with winter lows near 45F in Jacksonville, that sets how deep a contractor digs.

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

Once the ground thaws after the last frost around February 5 in Jacksonville, before the busy summer season.

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

Multiply the fence length by $13-$38 per linear foot for wood in Jacksonville, then add gates and removal of any old fence.

How does Jacksonville weather affect a wood fence?

Jacksonville gets about 49.19 inches of precipitation a year; wood fences need sealing every few years to resist rot, where vinyl and chain link do not.