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Fence Installation in Birmingham, AL

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

Top Fence Installation Companies in Birmingham

  1. 1.Invisible Fence Brand

    4.7★ (258 reviews)

    4.7★ from 258 reviews

    +12059789977Website

  2. 2.Superior Fence & Rail of Birmingham

    4.9★ (140 reviews)

    4.9★ from 140 reviews

    +12054313160Website

  3. 3.Allsteel Fence Co

    4.4★ (66 reviews)

    4.4★ from 66 reviews

    +12052088912Website

  4. 4.B&B Fence and Gate, LLC

    4.9★ (25 reviews)

    4.9★ from 25 reviews

    +12057788688Website

  5. 5.76 Fence Iron City

    4.6★ (17 reviews)

    4.6★ from 17 reviews

    +12054335344Website

  6. 6.Birmingham Fence Company

    3.0★ (7 reviews)

    3.0★ from 7 reviews

    +12059792612Website

Fence Installation Cost in Birmingham

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

ServiceTypical range in Birmingham
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 Birmingham 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 Birmingham, rated 4.4★ on average across 513 customer reviews.

Birmingham Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Birmingham's weather means for scheduling fence installation.

Last spring frost
March 26
First fall frost
November 11
Annual precipitation
53.72"
Heating degree days
2,678
Cooling degree days
2,058
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan33.8°53.8°4.84"
Feb37.1°58.4°4.53"
Mar43.7°66.7°5.23"
Apr50.5°74.4°4.38"
May59.7°81.5°4.99"
Jun67.7°87.7°4.38"
Jul71.4°90.8°4.8"
Aug70.8°90.6°3.93"
Sep64.3°85.1°3.9"
Oct52.9°75.3°3.44"
Nov43.5°65.4°4.85"
Dec36.3°55.9°4.45"

NOAA station data 4 miles from Birmingham.

Permits & Regulations in AL

  • Alabama has no fence contractor license; residential improvement contracts over $10,000 require a Home Builders Licensure Board license
  • 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: hblb.alabama.gov, call811.com

Fence Installation FAQs for Birmingham

How much does fence installation cost in Birmingham?

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

How many fence companies serve Birmingham?

We track 6 fence companies serving Birmingham.

Do I need a permit to build a fence in Birmingham, AL?

In AL, Alabama has no fence contractor license; residential improvement contracts over $10,000 require a Home Builders Licensure Board license. Height limits and setbacks are set by Birmingham and any HOA, so check both before ordering materials.

Is fence installation in Birmingham more expensive than average?

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

How deep do fence posts need to be in Birmingham?

Posts should go below the frost line so frost heave does not lift them; with winter lows near 34F in Birmingham, that sets how deep a contractor digs.

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

Once the ground thaws after the last frost around March 26 in Birmingham, before the busy summer season.

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

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

How does Birmingham weather affect a wood fence?

Birmingham gets about 53.72 inches of precipitation a year; wood fences need sealing every few years to resist rot, where vinyl and chain link do not.