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Fence Installation in Shreveport, LA

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

Top Fence Installation Companies in Shreveport

  1. 1.Loosiana Fence & Patio

    4.9★ (102 reviews)

    4.9★ from 102 reviews

    +13189189648Website

  2. 2.3/23 Fenceworks, LLC

    4.8★ (41 reviews)

    4.8★ from 41 reviews

    +13185950323Website

  3. 3.Andrew's Gates fencing and welding services

    4.7★ (29 reviews)

    4.7★ from 29 reviews

    +13187804982Website

  4. 4.Hercules Fence Co

    4.3★ (19 reviews)

    4.3★ from 19 reviews

    +13186350506Website

  5. 5.Security Fence & Iron, Inc.

    3.6★ (22 reviews)

    3.6★ from 22 reviews

    +13186364677Website

Fence Installation Cost in Shreveport

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

ServiceTypical range in Shreveport
Wood fence$12–$35/linear ft
Vinyl fence$23–$47/linear ft
Chain-link fence$8–$19/linear ft
Fence repair$116–$465/job

Fence Installation prices in Shreveport 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 Shreveport, rated 4.5★ on average across 213 customer reviews.

Shreveport Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Shreveport's weather means for scheduling fence installation.

Last spring frost
March 10
First fall frost
November 19
Annual precipitation
51.41"
Heating degree days
2,225
Cooling degree days
2,481
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan36.2°57.3°4.2"
Feb39.7°61.5°4.75"
Mar46.3°69.5°4.14"
Apr53.6°76.9°4.19"
May62.7°83.8°4.93"
Jun69.5°90.1°5.4"
Jul72.7°93.4°3.65"
Aug72.1°94.1°2.73"
Sep65.6°88.2°3.16"
Oct54.6°78.2°4.96"
Nov45.2°67.5°4.53"
Dec37.7°58.5°4.77"

NOAA station data 2.31 miles from Shreveport.

Permits & Regulations in LA

  • Residential improvement projects over $7,500 in Louisiana, including fences, require LSLBC home improvement registration
  • 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: lslbc.gov, call811.com

Fence Installation FAQs for Shreveport

How much does fence installation cost in Shreveport?

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

How many fence companies serve Shreveport?

We track 5 fence companies serving Shreveport.

Do I need a permit to build a fence in Shreveport, LA?

In LA, Residential improvement projects over $7,500 in Louisiana, including fences, require LSLBC home improvement registration. Height limits and setbacks are set by Shreveport and any HOA, so check both before ordering materials.

Is fence installation in Shreveport more expensive than average?

Fence installation labor in Shreveport runs about -22.5% versus the national average.

How deep do fence posts need to be in Shreveport?

Posts should go below the frost line so frost heave does not lift them; with winter lows near 36F in Shreveport, that sets how deep a contractor digs.

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

Once the ground thaws after the last frost around March 10 in Shreveport, before the busy summer season.

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

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

How does Shreveport weather affect a wood fence?

Shreveport gets about 51.41 inches of precipitation a year; wood fences need sealing every few years to resist rot, where vinyl and chain link do not.