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Fence Installation in Charleston, SC

Compare 6 local fence installation pros. Typical service: $12–$37.

Top Fence Installation Companies in Charleston

  1. 1.Fence Pros Charleston | Fence Installation Company

    5.0★ (339 reviews)

    5.0★ from 339 reviews

    +18439866471Website

  2. 2.Carolina Fence Company

    4.6★ (165 reviews)

    4.6★ from 165 reviews

    +18439669390Website

  3. 3.Quality Fence & Custom Outdoors

    5.0★ (76 reviews)

    5.0★ from 76 reviews

    +18439006479Website

  4. 4.Fence Craft

    4.8★ (88 reviews)

    4.8★ from 88 reviews

    +18435769881Website

  5. 5.Seven Hills Construction

    5.0★ (73 reviews)

    5.0★ from 73 reviews

    +18433679249Website

  6. 6.Action Fence of Charleston

    5.0★ (2 reviews)

    5.0★ from 2 reviews

    +18439331385Website

Fence Installation Cost in Charleston

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

ServiceTypical range in Charleston
Wood fence$12–$37/linear ft
Vinyl fence$25–$50/linear ft
Chain-link fence$8–$21/linear ft
Fence repair$125–$499/job

Fence Installation prices in Charleston run about 17% 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 Charleston, rated 4.9★ on average across 743 customer reviews.

Charleston Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Charleston's weather means for scheduling fence installation.

Last spring frost
February 6
First fall frost
December 23
Annual precipitation
44.42"
Heating degree days
1,736
Cooling degree days
2,375
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan42.8°56.7°2.94"
Feb45.5°59.6°2.51"
Mar51.6°65°3.3"
Apr58.8°72°2.53"
May67.1°78.7°2.16"
Jun74°84.5°4.65"
Jul76.9°87.6°5.4"
Aug76.1°86.4°6.71"
Sep71.8°82°5.76"
Oct62.5°74.6°3.67"
Nov53.6°67.3°2.19"
Dec45.6°59.5°2.6"

NOAA station data 4.64 miles from Charleston.

Permits & Regulations in SC

  • Residential specialty work over $500 in South Carolina, including fencing, requires Residential Builders Commission registration
  • 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: llr.sc.gov, call811.com

Fence Installation FAQs for Charleston

How much does fence installation cost in Charleston?

A wood fence in Charleston typically runs $12-$37 per linear foot installed.

How many fence companies serve Charleston?

We track 6 fence companies serving Charleston.

Do I need a permit to build a fence in Charleston, SC?

In SC, Residential specialty work over $500 in South Carolina, including fencing, requires Residential Builders Commission registration. Height limits and setbacks are set by Charleston and any HOA, so check both before ordering materials.

Is fence installation in Charleston more expensive than average?

Fence installation labor in Charleston runs about -16.8% versus the national average.

How deep do fence posts need to be in Charleston?

Posts should go below the frost line so frost heave does not lift them; with winter lows near 43F in Charleston, that sets how deep a contractor digs.

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

Once the ground thaws after the last frost around February 6 in Charleston, before the busy summer season.

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

Multiply the fence length by $12-$37 per linear foot for wood in Charleston, then add gates and removal of any old fence.

How does Charleston weather affect a wood fence?

Charleston gets about 44.42 inches of precipitation a year; wood fences need sealing every few years to resist rot, where vinyl and chain link do not.