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Fence Installation in Milwaukee, WI

Compare 5 local fence installation pros. Typical service: $16–$47.

Top Fence Installation Companies in Milwaukee

  1. 1.Yutka Fence Company

    4.9★ (114 reviews)

    4.9★ from 114 reviews

  2. 2.Badger Fence

    4.1★ (115 reviews)

    4.1★ from 115 reviews

  3. 3.Fence Man

    4.6★ (16 reviews)

    4.6★ from 16 reviews

  4. 4.Revamp Fence and Deck

    3.5★ (2 reviews)

    3.5★ from 2 reviews

  5. 5.AmeriFence Corporation

Fence Installation Cost in Milwaukee

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

ServiceTypical range in Milwaukee
Wood fence$16–$47/linear ft
Vinyl fence$32–$63/linear ft
Chain-link fence$11–$26/linear ft
Fence repair$158–$633/job

Fence Installation prices in Milwaukee run about 6% 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 5 companies serving Milwaukee, rated 4.3★ on average across 247 customer reviews.

Milwaukee Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Milwaukee's weather means for scheduling fence installation.

Last spring frost
April 25
First fall frost
October 14
Annual precipitation
31.94"
Heating degree days
6,779
Cooling degree days
776
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan13.7°29.6°1.38"
Feb17°33.9°1.3"
Mar26.1°44.8°1.62"
Apr37.2°57.5°3.36"
May47.6°68.7°3.29"
Jun57.7°79.3°4.04"
Jul63.4°83.8°3.7"
Aug62.1°81.4°3.74"
Sep53°73.8°3.2"
Oct41.3°60.8°2.41"
Nov30.2°46.8°2.35"
Dec18.8°33.8°1.55"

NOAA station data 3.23 miles from Milwaukee.

Permits & Regulations in WI

  • Wisconsin has no fence license; a DSPS Dwelling Contractor credential is needed only to pull permits on one- and two-family dwellings
  • 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: dsps.wi.gov, call811.com

Fence Installation FAQs for Milwaukee

How much does fence installation cost in Milwaukee?

A wood fence in Milwaukee typically runs $16-$47 per linear foot installed.

How many fence companies serve Milwaukee?

We track 5 fence companies serving Milwaukee.

Do I need a permit to build a fence in Milwaukee, WI?

In WI, Wisconsin has no fence license; a DSPS Dwelling Contractor credential is needed only to pull permits on one- and two-family dwellings. Height limits and setbacks are set by Milwaukee and any HOA, so check both before ordering materials.

Is fence installation in Milwaukee more expensive than average?

Fence installation labor in Milwaukee runs about +5.5% versus the national average.

How deep do fence posts need to be in Milwaukee?

Posts should go below the frost line so frost heave does not lift them; with winter lows near 14F in Milwaukee, that sets how deep a contractor digs.

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

Once the ground thaws after the last frost around April 25 in Milwaukee, before the busy summer season.

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

Multiply the fence length by $16-$47 per linear foot for wood in Milwaukee, then add gates and removal of any old fence.

How does Milwaukee weather affect a wood fence?

Milwaukee gets about 31.94 inches of precipitation a year; wood fences need sealing every few years to resist rot, where vinyl and chain link do not.