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Fence Installation in Reno, NV

Compare 4 local fence installation pros. Typical service: $15–$46.

Top Fence Installation Companies in Reno

  1. 1.Silver State Fence & Stain LLC

    4.6★ (132 reviews)

    4.6★ from 132 reviews

    +17753593478Website

  2. 2.Saver Fence

    4.3★ (37 reviews)

    4.3★ from 37 reviews

    +17758133133Website

  3. 3.Artistic Fence Co Inc

    3.0★ (24 reviews)

    3.0★ from 24 reviews

    +17757866002Website

  4. 4.Reno Fence

    5.0★ (1 reviews)

    5.0★ from 1 reviews

    Website

Fence Installation Cost in Reno

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

ServiceTypical range in Reno
Wood fence$15–$46/linear ft
Vinyl fence$31–$62/linear ft
Chain-link fence$10–$26/linear ft
Fence repair$154–$617/job

Fence Installation prices in Reno run about 3% above 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 Reno, rated 4.2★ on average across 194 customer reviews.

Reno Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Reno's weather means for scheduling fence installation.

Last spring frost
April 30
First fall frost
October 21
Annual precipitation
8.26"
Heating degree days
5,268
Cooling degree days
873
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan25.4°43.2°1.02"
Feb28.2°47.8°1.06"
Mar32.7°55.3°0.78"
Apr36.4°61.9°0.53"
May44.2°71.3°0.67"
Jun52°81.4°0.56"
Jul61.3°90.8°0.22"
Aug58.6°88.5°0.23"
Sep50.5°79.3°0.38"
Oct40.6°66.3°0.61"
Nov32.3°52.2°1.02"
Dec25.6°43°1.18"

NOAA station data 3.18 miles from Reno.

Permits & Regulations in NV

  • Exterior contracting of $1,000 or more in Nevada requires a State Contractors Board license in the appropriate classification
  • 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.nvcontractorsboard.com, call811.com

Fence Installation FAQs for Reno

How much does fence installation cost in Reno?

A wood fence in Reno typically runs $15-$46 per linear foot installed.

How many fence companies serve Reno?

We track 4 fence companies serving Reno.

Do I need a permit to build a fence in Reno, NV?

In NV, Exterior contracting of $1,000 or more in Nevada requires a State Contractors Board license in the appropriate classification. Height limits and setbacks are set by Reno and any HOA, so check both before ordering materials.

Is fence installation in Reno more expensive than average?

Fence installation labor in Reno runs about +2.9% versus the national average.

How deep do fence posts need to be in Reno?

Posts should go below the frost line so frost heave does not lift them; with winter lows near 25F in Reno, that sets how deep a contractor digs.

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

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

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

Multiply the fence length by $15-$46 per linear foot for wood in Reno, then add gates and removal of any old fence.

How does Reno weather affect a wood fence?

Reno gets about 8.26 inches of precipitation a year; wood fences need sealing every few years to resist rot, where vinyl and chain link do not.