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Fence Installation in Providence, RI

Compare 3 local fence installation pros. Typical service: $15–$46.

Top Fence Installation Companies in Providence

  1. 1.Fence Doctors LLC

    4.8★ (82 reviews)

    4.8★ from 82 reviews

  2. 2.Professional World Fence

    5.0★ (59 reviews)

    5.0★ from 59 reviews

  3. 3.NI Outdoor Construction

Fence Installation Cost in Providence

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

ServiceTypical range in Providence
Wood fence$15–$46/linear ft
Vinyl fence$31–$61/linear ft
Chain-link fence$10–$26/linear ft
Fence repair$153–$613/job

Fence Installation prices in Providence 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 3 companies serving Providence, rated 4.9★ on average across 141 customer reviews.

Providence Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Providence's weather means for scheduling fence installation.

Last spring frost
April 12
First fall frost
October 24
Annual precipitation
47.18"
Heating degree days
5,618
Cooling degree days
744
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan21°37.4°3.86"
Feb23.6°40.3°3.29"
Mar30°47.8°5.01"
Apr39.6°58.6°4.36"
May48.6°68.4°3.55"
Jun58.4°77.5°3.64"
Jul64.2°82.8°3.29"
Aug63.2°81.4°3.6"
Sep55.3°74.2°3.92"
Oct43.9°63.3°3.93"
Nov35.7°53.2°4.51"
Dec26.3°42.3°4.22"

NOAA station data 6.98 miles from Providence.

Permits & Regulations in RI

  • Fence installers in Rhode Island must register with the Contractors' Registration and Licensing Board
  • Fence height, setback and permit rules are set by the city or town, and by an HOA where there is one
  • Every state's one-call law requires calling 811 before digging, which includes fence post holes and deck footings

License required: RI Contractors' Registration and Licensing Board registration

Sources: crb.ri.gov, call811.com

Fence Installation FAQs for Providence

How much does fence installation cost in Providence?

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

How many fence companies serve Providence?

We track 3 fence companies serving Providence.

Do I need a permit to build a fence in Providence, RI?

In RI, Fence installers in Rhode Island must register with the Contractors' Registration and Licensing Board. Height limits and setbacks are set by Providence and any HOA, so check both before ordering materials.

Is fence installation in Providence more expensive than average?

Fence installation labor in Providence runs about +2.2% versus the national average.

How deep do fence posts need to be in Providence?

Posts should go below the frost line so frost heave does not lift them; with winter lows near 21F in Providence, that sets how deep a contractor digs.

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

Once the ground thaws after the last frost around April 12 in Providence, before the busy summer season.

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

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

How does Providence weather affect a wood fence?

Providence gets about 47.18 inches of precipitation a year; wood fences need sealing every few years to resist rot, where vinyl and chain link do not.