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Fence Installation in Houston, TX

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

Top Fence Installation Companies in Houston

  1. 1.3rd Coast Developers

    4.9★ (89 reviews)

    4.9★ from 89 reviews

    +17137145991Website

  2. 2.Jb fences

    5.0★ (49 reviews)

    5.0★ from 49 reviews

    +18325663637Website

  3. 3.Builder's Scope Construction

    5.0★ (38 reviews)

    5.0★ from 38 reviews

    +13462577893Website

  4. 4.Texsal Solutions - Fencing & Outdoor Structures

    5.0★ (30 reviews)

    5.0★ from 30 reviews

    +13467300940Website

  5. 5.Atwood Fence Company

    4.8★ (19 reviews)

    4.8★ from 19 reviews

    +17136339192Website

  6. 6.Garcia Construction Management LLC

    5.0★ (12 reviews)

    5.0★ from 12 reviews

    +12817819281Website

Fence Installation Cost in Houston

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

ServiceTypical range in Houston
Wood fence$12–$37/linear ft
Vinyl fence$25–$49/linear ft
Chain-link fence$8–$21/linear ft
Fence repair$123–$492/job

Fence Installation prices in Houston run about 18% 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 Houston, rated 5.0★ on average across 237 customer reviews.

Houston Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Houston's weather means for scheduling fence installation.

Last spring frost
February 3
First fall frost
December 20
Annual precipitation
50.63"
Heating degree days
1,237
Cooling degree days
3,322
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan44.4°62.5°4.02"
Feb47.8°65.9°3.3"
Mar54.1°72.9°3.12"
Apr61.3°79.4°3.28"
May69.5°85.9°4.24"
Jun75.3°91.3°7.45"
Jul77°93.1°4.55"
Aug77°93.4°2.83"
Sep72.1°90°4.17"
Oct63.1°82°5.39"
Nov54.2°72.6°4.3"
Dec46°64.6°3.98"

NOAA station data 7.09 miles from Houston.

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 Houston

How much does fence installation cost in Houston?

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

How many fence companies serve Houston?

We track 6 fence companies serving Houston.

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

Is fence installation in Houston more expensive than average?

Fence installation labor in Houston runs about -18% versus the national average.

How deep do fence posts need to be in Houston?

Posts should go below the frost line so frost heave does not lift them; with winter lows near 44F in Houston, that sets how deep a contractor digs.

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

Once the ground thaws after the last frost around February 3 in Houston, before the busy summer season.

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

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

How does Houston weather affect a wood fence?

Houston gets about 50.63 inches of precipitation a year; wood fences need sealing every few years to resist rot, where vinyl and chain link do not.