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Fence Installation in Philadelphia, PA

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

Top Fence Installation Companies in Philadelphia

  1. 1.Northeast Fence & Iron Works Inc

    4.3★ (86 reviews)

    4.3★ from 86 reviews

    +12153351681Website

  2. 2.Drews Iron & Fencing

    4.8★ (20 reviews)

    4.8★ from 20 reviews

    +12152477703Website

  3. 3.Pinecrest Fence Company

    3.5★ (23 reviews)

    3.5★ from 23 reviews

    +12152976544Website

  4. 4.Four Stars Fence

    3.4★ (5 reviews)

    3.4★ from 5 reviews

    +12153326695

Fence Installation Cost in Philadelphia

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

ServiceTypical range in Philadelphia
Wood fence$15–$46/linear ft
Vinyl fence$31–$61/linear ft
Chain-link fence$10–$26/linear ft
Fence repair$153–$612/job

Fence Installation prices in Philadelphia run about 2% 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 Philadelphia, rated 4.0★ on average across 134 customer reviews.

Philadelphia Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Philadelphia's weather means for scheduling fence installation.

Last spring frost
March 30
First fall frost
November 16
Annual precipitation
48.51"
Heating degree days
4,350
Cooling degree days
1,474
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan27.4°40.4°3.62"
Feb29.3°44.5°3.13"
Mar36.4°53.2°4.6"
Apr46°64.8°4.11"
May55.7°74.9°4.48"
Jun65.6°84.2°4.29"
Jul70.2°88°4.43"
Aug69.1°86.3°4.66"
Sep61.5°78.7°4.1"
Oct50.3°67.2°3.81"
Nov41.7°56.1°3.39"
Dec32.2°44.6°3.89"

NOAA station data 4.08 miles from Philadelphia.

Permits & Regulations in PA

  • Contractors doing more than $5,000 of home improvement work a year in Pennsylvania, including fences, must register with the Attorney General
  • 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.attorneygeneral.gov, call811.com

Fence Installation FAQs for Philadelphia

How much does fence installation cost in Philadelphia?

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

How many fence companies serve Philadelphia?

We track 4 fence companies serving Philadelphia.

Do I need a permit to build a fence in Philadelphia, PA?

In PA, Contractors doing more than $5,000 of home improvement work a year in Pennsylvania, including fences, must register with the Attorney General. Height limits and setbacks are set by Philadelphia and any HOA, so check both before ordering materials.

Is fence installation in Philadelphia more expensive than average?

Fence installation labor in Philadelphia runs about +2% versus the national average.

How deep do fence posts need to be in Philadelphia?

Posts should go below the frost line so frost heave does not lift them; with winter lows near 27F in Philadelphia, that sets how deep a contractor digs.

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

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

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

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

How does Philadelphia weather affect a wood fence?

Philadelphia gets about 48.51 inches of precipitation a year; wood fences need sealing every few years to resist rot, where vinyl and chain link do not.