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Fence Installation in Boise City, ID

Compare 4 local fence installation pros. Typical service: $13–$38.

Top Fence Installation Companies in Boise City

  1. 1.Certified Fencing, LLC

    4.8★ (180 reviews)

    4.8★ from 180 reviews

    +12084492040Website

  2. 2.ELEMENT FENCING

    4.8★ (143 reviews)

    4.8★ from 143 reviews

    +12086312790Website

  3. 3.A1 Handyman

    4.6★ (90 reviews)

    4.6★ from 90 reviews

    +12089956457Website

  4. 4.Equinox Fence

    5.0★ (55 reviews)

    5.0★ from 55 reviews

    +12089081175Website

Fence Installation Cost in Boise City

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

ServiceTypical range in Boise City
Wood fence$13–$38/linear ft
Vinyl fence$25–$50/linear ft
Chain-link fence$8–$21/linear ft
Fence repair$126–$503/job

Fence Installation prices in Boise City run about 16% 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 4 companies serving Boise City, rated 4.8★ on average across 468 customer reviews.

Boise City Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Boise City's weather means for scheduling fence installation.

Last spring frost
April 29
First fall frost
October 14
Annual precipitation
11.73"
Heating degree days
5,513
Cooling degree days
942
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan24.7°37.8°1.24"
Feb28.3°44.7°0.99"
Mar34.4°54.6°1.39"
Apr39.3°62.3°1.23"
May46.5°71.6°1.39"
Jun53.7°81.3°0.69"
Jul60.4°91.2°0.33"
Aug59.6°89.7°0.24"
Sep51°78.8°0.58"
Oct40.9°64.8°0.75"
Nov31.9°48.2°1.35"
Dec24°37.5°1.55"

NOAA station data 2.34 miles from Boise City.

Permits & Regulations in ID

  • Idaho has no fence license; contractor registration is required for work over $2,000
  • 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: dopl.idaho.gov, call811.com

Fence Installation FAQs for Boise City

How much does fence installation cost in Boise City?

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

How many fence companies serve Boise City?

We track 4 fence companies serving Boise City.

Do I need a permit to build a fence in Boise City, ID?

In ID, Idaho has no fence license; contractor registration is required for work over $2,000. Height limits and setbacks are set by Boise City and any HOA, so check both before ordering materials.

Is fence installation in Boise City more expensive than average?

Fence installation labor in Boise City runs about -16.1% versus the national average.

How deep do fence posts need to be in Boise City?

Posts should go below the frost line so frost heave does not lift them; with winter lows near 24F in Boise City, that sets how deep a contractor digs.

When is the best time to install a fence in Boise City?

Once the ground thaws after the last frost around April 29 in Boise City, before the busy summer season.

How do I estimate the cost of a fence in Boise City?

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

How does Boise City weather affect a wood fence?

Boise City gets about 11.73 inches of precipitation a year; wood fences need sealing every few years to resist rot, where vinyl and chain link do not.