Should fence installers be certified or licensed?

• <div><p>Yes, you should confirm that the fencing installer you hire is insured before proceeding with the job. In most cases they do not need a specific fencing license, but rather a general contractor’s license. <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-avoid-home-improvement-fraud.htm">Hiring a licensed contractor</a> protects you as a homeowner from fraud, poor work, and potential legal woes. </p><p>As you browse our pro listings, take note of the “Angi Approved” badge. Angi Approved businesses meet our standards for certification which include: </p><ul><li><p>The owner, principal, or relevant manager passed a criminal background check</p></li><li><p>Required to have applicable state and local licenses</p></li><li><p>Maintain an average star rating of 3.0 or better on our network, if they have at least one review</p></li><li><p>Paying to advertise their services</p></li><li><p>Meeting any other eligibility criteria required by Angi</p></li></ul><p>Keep in mind licensing is different from certifications. A license is a legal requirement to operate a business, while certifications are voluntary.</p></div> • <div><p>Licensing and certification are not necessary.</p></div>

How much are typical fence installation costs?

• <div><p><a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-much-does-fence-installation-cost.htm">The average cost to install a fence</a> is between $1,760 and $4,500. These costs are what an average homeowner spends, but you might spend more or less depending on several factors. For a smaller DIY project, you might get away with spending as little as $430, or for a much larger project (like fencing for a 5-acre yard), you can spend in excess of $43,000. </p><p>Besides the size of your yard, other factors like your fence material, fence height, site prep, and additional fence features like gates all impact the overall cost. Additionally, the high cost of raw materials and manufacturing can all make the overall price tag higher. </p></div> • <div><p>The overall cost of a fence project depends on numerous factors, including the size of your yard, fence material, fence height, site preparation, and additional features like gates.</p></div> • <div><p>Specific pricing varies drastically based on material choices and options. Length of fence, height, and gate options all are contributing factors that will determine the overall cost of a fence. Typically a per foot price can be given that ranges from $20-$50 per linear foot for installations.</p></div> • <div><p>It all depends on the specifications of the fence, such as linear footage, gate installations, demolition and haul-off, and other factors.</p></div> • <div><p>It depends on the type of fence, the scope of work, and other factors.</p></div>

What questions should I ask a fence installer?

• <div><p>Before you hire a fence installer to build you the fence of your dreams for your yard, it’s important to set expectations up front by asking questions. Some questions to consider include: </p><ul><li><p>Do you offer a warranty?</p></li><li><p>Do you offer financing or a payment plan?</p></li><li><p>Do you have references?</p></li><li><p>Do you have photos of previous work?</p></li><li><p>What type of fencing materials do you work with?</p></li></ul><p></p></div> • <div><p>Do you have references? </p><p>Are all fasteners exterior (galvanized)?</p><p>How deep are you concreting the post?</p><p>What is the lowest maintenance fencing?</p><p>How will you deal with slopes?</p></div>

Do I need a permit to build a fence?

• <div><p>Only some fences require a permit to build. Factors like where you live, how tall your fence will be, and where in your yard you plan to build all impact the need to have a permit. Below are a few examples of when a permit is needed; it’s always best to check with your fence installer to confirm if a permit is required.</p><p>Generally, if you live somewhere rural, like on a farm, there’s a good chance you will not need a fence permit. However, you will most likely need a permit if you live in a highly populated area. In addition, many privacy fences in your backyard won’t need a permit if it is 6 feet or shorter. However, you might need a permit for anything over 3.5 feet in your front yard. </p></div> • <div><p>Any solid panels over 8 feet in height will require a permit, while a 2-foot lattice top on a 6-foot fence does not require a permit. </p></div> • <div><p>Permit requirements can vary, so it's best to check with your county and municipality. Your fence contractor should be able to help confirm the specific requirements.</p></div> • <div><p>If you are digging in the ground, then yes. If it's just a repair with no digging, then no.</p></div>

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Q: How much do fence installers typically charge?

• <div><p>Fence installers typically charge by the hour when working on a project. Typically, you can expect to pay around $50 per hour for fence installation. Your project might take anywhere from 24 to 72 hours, depending on the length of your fence, overall project complexity, and <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/4-tips-choosing-best-fence-your-yard.htm">fence type</a>. </p></div>

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Last update on May 14, 2025

Reviewed in October 2024
Will did a great job. The fence is beautiful. He kept me informed throughout the process. I will recommend him any time someone mentions needing fence work. I'm also planning to work with him to maintain my fence. Definitely a good experience.
Kingdom Built Construction, LLC
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Reviewed in May 2024
Crew was very efficient, supervisor was very helpful and courteous. My wife and I are very pleased with quality and expeditious work that was performed.
QM Professional and Services
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Reviewed in April 2024
Manny and his crew did an awesome job! They stayed over to finish job!!! I highly recommend this company to anyone!!! Very professional excellent clean up after the job.
QM Professional and Services
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Reviewed in October 2023
Great employees respectful and hard working. Manny himself and team outstanding hoping to have more work in the future for them. They cleaned up after themselves as well. And always I made sure they had fresh coffee and water my appreciation of a great company!!!
QM Professional and Services
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Reviewed in September 2015
Dave Jones came out and spent an hour with me taking pictures, and discussing all the possibilities of what could be done. He asked me what my price point was ($8000) and said he would try to meet it. At the next meeting he returned with a quote of $14623.74 for just the fence and patio. Dave...
Coors Remodeling
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Reviewed in June 2017
They did a great job, and it looks fantastic. This was no small job, and required careful planning and measurement to install properly. Mark and his workers were very careful and detailed. We also made a number of changes that required adjustments and Mark was very patient throughout. My only...
GREEN STAR FENCE CONTRACTORS
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Reviewed in September 2017
Love the new fence. They did a great job and were really helpful and pleasant. They allowed us to make some small changes to our original plan without charge and gave us great advice about the best way to accomplish what we wanted. They also did a beautiful job cleaning up when they were...
GREEN STAR FENCE CONTRACTORS
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Reviewed in March 2017
Excellent company! Mark and Marty are great! They didn't mind driving to our home on more than one occasion to take measurements for our fence after we changed our minds a few times and had a few HOA issues to resolve before coming to install our fence! Mark and his team are efficient and get...
GREEN STAR FENCE CONTRACTORS
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Reviewed in May 2017
Mark and his team quickly removed all of the old fence and hauled it all away and cleaned it all up. They custom built all of the fence with lattice along the top. This included complex diagonal sections. Everything was expertly done with only the best components. All the lattice panels match up...
GREEN STAR FENCE CONTRACTORS
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Reviewed in March 2017
We recently had a fence installed by Green Star Fence. Mark and Marty were a pleasure to work with and always available to discuss details of the project. Mark and his crew showed up on-time and were able to complete the project in a timely manner. We are were very impressed with how everything...
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