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Fence Installation in Indianapolis, IN

Compare 6 local fence installation pros. Typical service: $16–$48.

Top Fence Installation Companies in Indianapolis

  1. 1.Good Shepherd Fence Company

    4.8★ (751 reviews)

    4.8★ from 751 reviews

    +13177862557Website

  2. 2.Timber Ridge Fence

    4.2★ (117 reviews)

    4.2★ from 117 reviews

    +13174276362Website

  3. 3.Quality Fence Co

    4.0★ (63 reviews)

    4.0★ from 63 reviews

    +13173569679Website

  4. 4.K and K Fence

    3.4★ (108 reviews)

    3.4★ from 108 reviews

    +13173595425Website

  5. 5.Structure Fence

    5.0★ (8 reviews)

    5.0★ from 8 reviews

    +13172807646

  6. 6.Indiana Fence Co

    3.7★ (15 reviews)

    3.7★ from 15 reviews

    +13178901014

Fence Installation Cost in Indianapolis

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

ServiceTypical range in Indianapolis
Wood fence$16–$48/linear ft
Vinyl fence$32–$64/linear ft
Chain-link fence$11–$27/linear ft
Fence repair$161–$644/job

Fence Installation prices in Indianapolis run about 7% 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 6 companies serving Indianapolis, rated 4.2★ on average across 1,062 customer reviews.

Indianapolis Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Indianapolis's weather means for scheduling fence installation.

Last spring frost
April 18
First fall frost
October 19
Annual precipitation
43.41"
Heating degree days
5,776
Cooling degree days
925
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan18.8°33.9°2.5"
Feb22°38.6°2.33"
Mar30.4°49.4°3.45"
Apr41.4°61.6°4.11"
May51.5°71.5°5.28"
Jun61.3°80.8°4.41"
Jul64.4°83.5°4.44"
Aug62.7°82.6°3.47"
Sep54.7°76.4°3.07"
Oct43.3°64.2°3.13"
Nov33.6°51.2°3.84"
Dec22.8°37.8°3.38"

NOAA station data 5.88 miles from Indianapolis.

Permits & Regulations in IN

  • Indiana has no statewide fence or general contractor license; requirements are set by the city or county
  • 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: www.in.gov, call811.com

Fence Installation FAQs for Indianapolis

How much does fence installation cost in Indianapolis?

A wood fence in Indianapolis typically runs $16-$48 per linear foot installed.

How many fence companies serve Indianapolis?

We track 6 fence companies serving Indianapolis.

Do I need a permit to build a fence in Indianapolis, IN?

In IN, Indiana has no statewide fence or general contractor license; requirements are set by the city or county. Height limits and setbacks are set by Indianapolis and any HOA, so check both before ordering materials.

Is fence installation in Indianapolis more expensive than average?

Fence installation labor in Indianapolis runs about +7.4% versus the national average.

How deep do fence posts need to be in Indianapolis?

Posts should go below the frost line so frost heave does not lift them; with winter lows near 19F in Indianapolis, that sets how deep a contractor digs.

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

Once the ground thaws after the last frost around April 18 in Indianapolis, before the busy summer season.

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

Multiply the fence length by $16-$48 per linear foot for wood in Indianapolis, then add gates and removal of any old fence.

How does Indianapolis weather affect a wood fence?

Indianapolis gets about 43.41 inches of precipitation a year; wood fences need sealing every few years to resist rot, where vinyl and chain link do not.