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Fence Installation in Rochester, NY

Compare 6 local fence installation pros. Typical service: $15–$44.

Top Fence Installation Companies in Rochester

  1. 1.First Place Fence

    4.7★ (97 reviews)

    4.7★ from 97 reviews

    +15858808753Website

  2. 2.Camp Carlson Fence Company Rochester NY

    5.0★ (25 reviews)

    5.0★ from 25 reviews

    +15852108401Website

  3. 3.Regency Fence Co.

    4.1★ (51 reviews)

    4.1★ from 51 reviews

    +15853424017Website

  4. 4.Fence Company Rochester NY

    4.9★ (23 reviews)

    4.9★ from 23 reviews

    +15855016154Website

  5. 5.Scott's Landscaping and Fencing

    5.0★ (13 reviews)

    5.0★ from 13 reviews

    +15855034199Website

  6. 6.Empire Fence Inc

    3.9★ (28 reviews)

    3.9★ from 28 reviews

    +15854543540Website

Fence Installation Cost in Rochester

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

ServiceTypical range in Rochester
Wood fence$15–$44/linear ft
Vinyl fence$29–$59/linear ft
Chain-link fence$10–$25/linear ft
Fence repair$147–$589/job

Fence Installation prices in Rochester run about 2% 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 Rochester, rated 4.6★ on average across 237 customer reviews.

Rochester Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Rochester's weather means for scheduling fence installation.

Last spring frost
April 27
First fall frost
October 17
Annual precipitation
34.27"
Heating degree days
6,646
Cooling degree days
539
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan17.6°31.7°2.41"
Feb18.6°34.1°1.95"
Mar25.8°42.8°2.5"
Apr36.6°56°2.73"
May46.3°67.6°2.87"
Jun55.9°76.6°3.34"
Jul60.7°81°3.33"
Aug59.5°79.1°3.47"
Sep52°71.6°3.38"
Oct41.5°59.6°2.72"
Nov33°48°2.94"
Dec23.5°36.5°2.63"

NOAA station data 4.69 miles from Rochester.

Permits & Regulations in NY

  • New York has no statewide fence license; New York City requires a DCWP Home Improvement Contractor license for residential work over $200
  • 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.nyc.gov, call811.com

Fence Installation FAQs for Rochester

How much does fence installation cost in Rochester?

A wood fence in Rochester typically runs $15-$44 per linear foot installed.

How many fence companies serve Rochester?

We track 6 fence companies serving Rochester.

Do I need a permit to build a fence in Rochester, NY?

In NY, New York has no statewide fence license; New York City requires a DCWP Home Improvement Contractor license for residential work over $200. Height limits and setbacks are set by Rochester and any HOA, so check both before ordering materials.

Is fence installation in Rochester more expensive than average?

Fence installation labor in Rochester runs about -1.8% versus the national average.

How deep do fence posts need to be in Rochester?

Posts should go below the frost line so frost heave does not lift them; with winter lows near 18F in Rochester, that sets how deep a contractor digs.

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

Once the ground thaws after the last frost around April 27 in Rochester, before the busy summer season.

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

Multiply the fence length by $15-$44 per linear foot for wood in Rochester, then add gates and removal of any old fence.

How does Rochester weather affect a wood fence?

Rochester gets about 34.27 inches of precipitation a year; wood fences need sealing every few years to resist rot, where vinyl and chain link do not.