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Fence Installation in Tucson, AZ

Compare 5 local fence installation pros. Typical service: $12–$36.

Top Fence Installation Companies in Tucson

  1. 1.Alltech Gate Systems LLC

    4.8★ (65 reviews)

    4.8★ from 65 reviews

    +15207474441Website

  2. 2.Stark Fence Co

    4.6★ (25 reviews)

    4.6★ from 25 reviews

    +15206233471

  3. 3.Biff Baker Fence Company Inc

    3.6★ (56 reviews)

    3.6★ from 56 reviews

    +15203239427Website

  4. 4.Canyon Fence Co Inc

    4.1★ (32 reviews)

    4.1★ from 32 reviews

    +15206234800Website

  5. 5.Strap Steel Fence Co

    5.0★ (14 reviews)

    5.0★ from 14 reviews

    +15202228142Website

Fence Installation Cost in Tucson

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

ServiceTypical range in Tucson
Wood fence$12–$36/linear ft
Vinyl fence$24–$49/linear ft
Chain-link fence$8–$20/linear ft
Fence repair$122–$487/job

Fence Installation prices in Tucson run about 19% 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 5 companies serving Tucson, rated 4.4★ on average across 192 customer reviews.

Tucson Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Tucson's weather means for scheduling fence installation.

Last spring frost
February 12
First fall frost
December 3
Annual precipitation
11.59"
Heating degree days
1,512
Cooling degree days
3,145
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan39.8°65.5°0.94"
Feb42.2°68.5°0.86"
Mar46.2°74.1°0.73"
Apr52°82.1°0.31"
May60.5°91.6°0.23"
Jun69.3°100.3°0.2"
Jul74.4°99.7°2.25"
Aug73.3°97.4°2.39"
Sep68.6°94.5°1.29"
Oct57.3°84.8°0.89"
Nov46.1°73.5°0.57"
Dec39.1°64.8°0.93"

NOAA station data 5.22 miles from Tucson.

Permits & Regulations in AZ

  • Fence and exterior contracting of $1,000 or more in Arizona requires a Registrar of Contractors license in the appropriate classification
  • 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: roc.az.gov, call811.com

Fence Installation FAQs for Tucson

How much does fence installation cost in Tucson?

A wood fence in Tucson typically runs $12-$36 per linear foot installed.

How many fence companies serve Tucson?

We track 5 fence companies serving Tucson.

Do I need a permit to build a fence in Tucson, AZ?

In AZ, Fence and exterior contracting of $1,000 or more in Arizona requires a Registrar of Contractors license in the appropriate classification. Height limits and setbacks are set by Tucson and any HOA, so check both before ordering materials.

Is fence installation in Tucson more expensive than average?

Fence installation labor in Tucson runs about -18.9% versus the national average.

How deep do fence posts need to be in Tucson?

Posts should go below the frost line so frost heave does not lift them; with winter lows near 39F in Tucson, that sets how deep a contractor digs.

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

Once the ground thaws after the last frost around February 12 in Tucson, before the busy summer season.

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

Multiply the fence length by $12-$36 per linear foot for wood in Tucson, then add gates and removal of any old fence.

How does Tucson weather affect a wood fence?

Tucson gets about 11.59 inches of precipitation a year; wood fences need sealing every few years to resist rot, where vinyl and chain link do not.