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Fence Installation in Pittsburgh, PA

Compare 6 local fence installation pros. Typical service: $15–$45.

Top Fence Installation Companies in Pittsburgh

  1. 1.Invisible Fence Brand

    4.8★ (508 reviews)

    4.8★ from 508 reviews

    +17248323134Website

  2. 2.FREEdLANCE Fencing & Contracting

    4.8★ (85 reviews)

    4.8★ from 85 reviews

    +14129238510Website

  3. 3.The Fence Company Of Pittsburgh

    4.8★ (63 reviews)

    4.8★ from 63 reviews

    +14128516524Website

  4. 4.Solid Contracting, LLC

    4.6★ (32 reviews)

    4.6★ from 32 reviews

    +14125841913

  5. 5.Allegheny Fence Construction Co., Inc

    4.1★ (30 reviews)

    4.1★ from 30 reviews

    +14124216005Website

  6. 6.A Specialty Fence

    Website

Fence Installation Cost in Pittsburgh

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

ServiceTypical range in Pittsburgh
Wood fence$15–$45/linear ft
Vinyl fence$30–$61/linear ft
Chain-link fence$10–$25/linear ft
Fence repair$152–$606/job

Fence Installation prices in Pittsburgh run about 1% 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 Pittsburgh, rated 4.6★ on average across 718 customer reviews.

Pittsburgh Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Pittsburgh's weather means for scheduling fence installation.

Last spring frost
April 16
First fall frost
October 25
Annual precipitation
39.29"
Heating degree days
5,563
Cooling degree days
744
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan21.8°35.8°2.73"
Feb24°39.3°2.68"
Mar31°49°3.1"
Apr41.6°61.6°3.15"
May50.7°70.6°4.17"
Jun59.3°78.6°4.04"
Jul63.3°82.4°3.77"
Aug62.5°81.1°3.51"
Sep55.4°73.6°3.35"
Oct44°62.6°2.52"
Nov35.7°50.8°3.35"
Dec26.4°39.5°2.92"

NOAA station data 6.52 miles from Pittsburgh.

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 Pittsburgh

How much does fence installation cost in Pittsburgh?

A wood fence in Pittsburgh typically runs $15-$45 per linear foot installed.

How many fence companies serve Pittsburgh?

We track 6 fence companies serving Pittsburgh.

Do I need a permit to build a fence in Pittsburgh, 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 Pittsburgh and any HOA, so check both before ordering materials.

Is fence installation in Pittsburgh more expensive than average?

Fence installation labor in Pittsburgh runs about +1% versus the national average.

How deep do fence posts need to be in Pittsburgh?

Posts should go below the frost line so frost heave does not lift them; with winter lows near 22F in Pittsburgh, that sets how deep a contractor digs.

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

Once the ground thaws after the last frost around April 16 in Pittsburgh, before the busy summer season.

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

Multiply the fence length by $15-$45 per linear foot for wood in Pittsburgh, then add gates and removal of any old fence.

How does Pittsburgh weather affect a wood fence?

Pittsburgh gets about 39.29 inches of precipitation a year; wood fences need sealing every few years to resist rot, where vinyl and chain link do not.