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Fence Installation in Austin, TX

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

Top Fence Installation Companies in Austin

  1. 1.Austex Fence & Deck

    4.5★ (530 reviews)

    4.5★ from 530 reviews

    +15122585000Website

  2. 2.Perimeter Fence - TX

    4.8★ (76 reviews)

    4.8★ from 76 reviews

    +15129149016Website

  3. 3.Austin Fence Contractors

    5.0★ (40 reviews)

    5.0★ from 40 reviews

    +15125667567Website

  4. 4.Cedar Park Fence And Deck

    5.0★ (28 reviews)

    5.0★ from 28 reviews

    +15125667520Website

  5. 5.ATXFENCESTAINING

    5.0★ (17 reviews)

    5.0★ from 17 reviews

    +15129236815Website

  6. 6.Apple Fence Company

    3.7★ (3 reviews)

    3.7★ from 3 reviews

    +15122590888Website

Fence Installation Cost in Austin

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

ServiceTypical range in Austin
Wood fence$12–$37/linear ft
Vinyl fence$25–$50/linear ft
Chain-link fence$8–$21/linear ft
Fence repair$125–$498/job

Fence Installation prices in Austin 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 Austin, rated 4.7★ on average across 694 customer reviews.

Austin Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Austin's weather means for scheduling fence installation.

Last spring frost
February 19
First fall frost
December 5
Annual precipitation
34.32"
Heating degree days
1,540
Cooling degree days
3,140
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan41.5°61.5°2.22"
Feb44.8°65.2°2.02"
Mar51.3°72.2°2.76"
Apr58.6°79.8°2.09"
May66.7°86.5°4.44"
Jun72.3°92.1°4.33"
Jul74.4°95.6°1.88"
Aug74.6°97°2.35"
Sep69.4°90.5°2.99"
Oct60.6°81.8°3.88"
Nov50.6°71.4°2.96"
Dec42.3°62.7°2.4"

NOAA station data 1.58 miles from Austin.

Permits & Regulations in TX

  • Texas has no state fence or general contractor license; contractor registration and permits are handled by each city
  • 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.tdlr.texas.gov, call811.com

Fence Installation FAQs for Austin

How much does fence installation cost in Austin?

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

How many fence companies serve Austin?

We track 6 fence companies serving Austin.

Do I need a permit to build a fence in Austin, TX?

In TX, Texas has no state fence or general contractor license; contractor registration and permits are handled by each city. Height limits and setbacks are set by Austin and any HOA, so check both before ordering materials.

Is fence installation in Austin more expensive than average?

Fence installation labor in Austin runs about -17% versus the national average.

How deep do fence posts need to be in Austin?

Posts should go below the frost line so frost heave does not lift them; with winter lows near 42F in Austin, that sets how deep a contractor digs.

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

Once the ground thaws after the last frost around February 19 in Austin, before the busy summer season.

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

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

How does Austin weather affect a wood fence?

Austin gets about 34.32 inches of precipitation a year; wood fences need sealing every few years to resist rot, where vinyl and chain link do not.