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Fence Installation in Chicago, IL

Compare 5 local fence installation pros. Typical service: $20–$60.

Top Fence Installation Companies in Chicago

  1. 1.Bespoke Fence Company

    4.4★ (307 reviews)

    4.4★ from 307 reviews

    +13126003690Website

  2. 2.Exterior Services

    4.0★ (25 reviews)

    4.0★ from 25 reviews

    +17739204350

  3. 3.Hopkins Contracting Co

    4.0★ (4 reviews)

    4.0★ from 4 reviews

    +17737073132

  4. 4.Exclusive Wrought Iron

    2.0★ (2 reviews)

    2.0★ from 2 reviews

    +17737680034

  5. 5.Americans Fence, LLC

    +17734140367

Fence Installation Cost in Chicago

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

ServiceTypical range in Chicago
Wood fence$20–$60/linear ft
Vinyl fence$40–$80/linear ft
Chain-link fence$13–$33/linear ft
Fence repair$199–$797/job

Fence Installation prices in Chicago run about 33% 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 Chicago, rated 3.6★ on average across 338 customer reviews.

Chicago Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Chicago's weather means for scheduling fence installation.

Last spring frost
April 11
First fall frost
October 27
Annual precipitation
39.09"
Heating degree days
5,989
Cooling degree days
1,045
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan18.2°31.5°2.06"
Feb21.7°35.8°1.94"
Mar30.9°46.8°2.72"
Apr41.7°59.2°3.64"
May51.6°70.2°4.13"
Jun62.1°79.9°4.06"
Jul67.5°84.2°4.01"
Aug66.2°82.1°3.99"
Sep57.5°75.3°3.31"
Oct45.7°62.8°3.24"
Nov34.5°48.6°3.42"
Dec22.7°35.3°2.57"

NOAA station data 5.14 miles from Chicago.

Permits & Regulations in IL

  • Illinois has no statewide fence or general contractor license; requirements are set by the municipality
  • 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: idfpr.illinois.gov, call811.com

Fence Installation FAQs for Chicago

How much does fence installation cost in Chicago?

A wood fence in Chicago typically runs $20-$60 per linear foot installed.

How many fence companies serve Chicago?

We track 5 fence companies serving Chicago.

Do I need a permit to build a fence in Chicago, IL?

In IL, Illinois has no statewide fence or general contractor license; requirements are set by the municipality. Height limits and setbacks are set by Chicago and any HOA, so check both before ordering materials.

Is fence installation in Chicago more expensive than average?

Fence installation labor in Chicago runs about +32.8% versus the national average.

How deep do fence posts need to be in Chicago?

Posts should go below the frost line so frost heave does not lift them; with winter lows near 18F in Chicago, that sets how deep a contractor digs.

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

Once the ground thaws after the last frost around April 11 in Chicago, before the busy summer season.

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

Multiply the fence length by $20-$60 per linear foot for wood in Chicago, then add gates and removal of any old fence.

How does Chicago weather affect a wood fence?

Chicago gets about 39.09 inches of precipitation a year; wood fences need sealing every few years to resist rot, where vinyl and chain link do not.