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Fence Installation in Tallahassee, FL

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

Top Fence Installation Companies in Tallahassee

  1. 1.Sentinel Fencing

    5.0★ (75 reviews)

    5.0★ from 75 reviews

    +18502967806Website

  2. 2.Max Fencing & Construction LLC.

    4.3★ (56 reviews)

    4.3★ from 56 reviews

    +12292215249Website

  3. 3.Florida Fence Deck & Screen Rm

    3.3★ (18 reviews)

    3.3★ from 18 reviews

    +18505763119Website

  4. 4.Affordable Fencing Company Tallahassee

    5.0★ (3 reviews)

    5.0★ from 3 reviews

    +18506100299

  5. 5.Wolf Building Services

    +18503635122Website

Fence Installation Cost in Tallahassee

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

ServiceTypical range in Tallahassee
Wood fence$12–$35/linear ft
Vinyl fence$23–$46/linear ft
Chain-link fence$8–$19/linear ft
Fence repair$116–$464/job

Fence Installation prices in Tallahassee run about 23% 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 Tallahassee, rated 4.4★ on average across 152 customer reviews.

Tallahassee Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Tallahassee's weather means for scheduling fence installation.

Last spring frost
March 18
First fall frost
November 18
Annual precipitation
59.23"
Heating degree days
1,596
Cooling degree days
2,592
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan39°63.5°4.34"
Feb41.9°67.5°4.85"
Mar47.1°73.8°5.94"
Apr52.3°79.9°3.06"
May61.6°87°3.47"
Jun69.5°91°7.73"
Jul72°92.1°7.17"
Aug72.1°91.5°7.35"
Sep68.1°88.4°4.69"
Oct57.3°81.4°3.23"
Nov47.5°73°3.5"
Dec41.1°65.3°3.9"

NOAA station data 7.21 miles from Tallahassee.

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 Tallahassee

How much does fence installation cost in Tallahassee?

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

How many fence companies serve Tallahassee?

We track 5 fence companies serving Tallahassee.

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

Is fence installation in Tallahassee more expensive than average?

Fence installation labor in Tallahassee runs about -22.6% versus the national average.

How deep do fence posts need to be in Tallahassee?

Posts should go below the frost line so frost heave does not lift them; with winter lows near 39F in Tallahassee, that sets how deep a contractor digs.

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

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

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

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

How does Tallahassee weather affect a wood fence?

Tallahassee gets about 59.23 inches of precipitation a year; wood fences need sealing every few years to resist rot, where vinyl and chain link do not.