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Fence Installation in Portland, OR

Compare 6 local fence installation pros. Typical service: $18–$55.

Top Fence Installation Companies in Portland

  1. 1.Cool Cat Fence

    4.7★ (595 reviews)

    4.7★ from 595 reviews

    +15034453972Website

  2. 2.Cascade Fence & Deck

    5.0★ (222 reviews)

    5.0★ from 222 reviews

    +19713662599Website

  3. 3.Superior Fence & Construction

    4.3★ (189 reviews)

    4.3★ from 189 reviews

    +15037607725Website

  4. 4.Fix-A-Fence LLC

    4.9★ (75 reviews)

    4.9★ from 75 reviews

    +15039352331Website

  5. 5.Fortified Fencing and Gates

    5.0★ (14 reviews)

    5.0★ from 14 reviews

    +15039449278Website

  6. 6.Mc Cutcheon Fence

    4.0★ (4 reviews)

    4.0★ from 4 reviews

    +15037714617Website

Fence Installation Cost in Portland

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

ServiceTypical range in Portland
Wood fence$18–$55/linear ft
Vinyl fence$37–$73/linear ft
Chain-link fence$12–$30/linear ft
Fence repair$183–$730/job

Fence Installation prices in Portland run about 22% 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 6 companies serving Portland, rated 4.6★ on average across 1,099 customer reviews.

Portland Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Portland's weather means for scheduling fence installation.

Last spring frost
February 26
First fall frost
November 30
Annual precipitation
42.85"
Heating degree days
4,235
Cooling degree days
413
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan37.5°46.9°6.14"
Feb38.4°50.8°4.63"
Mar41°56°4.5"
Apr44°60.8°3.4"
May48.9°67.4°2.55"
Jun53.3°72.9°1.69"
Jul57.4°79.6°0.59"
Aug58°80.1°0.71"
Sep54.2°74.6°1.54"
Oct47.6°62.9°3.42"
Nov41.4°52°6.74"
Dec36.5°45.1°6.94"

NOAA station data 2.31 miles from Portland.

Permits & Regulations in OR

  • Fence and exterior contracting in Oregon requires a Construction Contractors Board license; only casual, minor work under $1,000 is exempt
  • 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.oregon.gov, oregon.public.law, call811.com

Fence Installation FAQs for Portland

How much does fence installation cost in Portland?

A wood fence in Portland typically runs $18-$55 per linear foot installed.

How many fence companies serve Portland?

We track 6 fence companies serving Portland.

Do I need a permit to build a fence in Portland, OR?

In OR, Fence and exterior contracting in Oregon requires a Construction Contractors Board license; only casual, minor work under $1,000 is exempt. Height limits and setbacks are set by Portland and any HOA, so check both before ordering materials.

Is fence installation in Portland more expensive than average?

Fence installation labor in Portland runs about +21.7% versus the national average.

How deep do fence posts need to be in Portland?

Posts should go below the frost line so frost heave does not lift them; with winter lows near 37F in Portland, that sets how deep a contractor digs.

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

Once the ground thaws after the last frost around February 26 in Portland, before the busy summer season.

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

Multiply the fence length by $18-$55 per linear foot for wood in Portland, then add gates and removal of any old fence.

How does Portland weather affect a wood fence?

Portland gets about 42.85 inches of precipitation a year; wood fences need sealing every few years to resist rot, where vinyl and chain link do not.