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Fence Installation in Minneapolis, MN

Compare 3 local fence installation pros. Typical service: $18–$55.

Top Fence Installation Companies in Minneapolis

  1. 1.Ridgeline Fence and Deck

    5.0★ (746 reviews)

    5.0★ from 746 reviews

    +16128684879Website

  2. 2.KNO Woodworks

    5.0★ (370 reviews)

    5.0★ from 370 reviews

    +16122265172Website

  3. 3.Minnehaha Falls Landscaping

    4.8★ (93 reviews)

    4.8★ from 93 reviews

    +16127245454Website

Fence Installation Cost in Minneapolis

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

ServiceTypical range in Minneapolis
Wood fence$18–$55/linear ft
Vinyl fence$37–$73/linear ft
Chain-link fence$12–$31/linear ft
Fence repair$183–$734/job

Fence Installation prices in Minneapolis run about 22% 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 3 companies serving Minneapolis, rated 4.9★ on average across 1,209 customer reviews.

Minneapolis Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Minneapolis's weather means for scheduling fence installation.

Last spring frost
April 22
First fall frost
October 13
Annual precipitation
32.81"
Heating degree days
7,383
Cooling degree days
950
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan7.5°24.5°0.96"
Feb12.7°29.3°0.6"
Mar24.4°42.1°1.61"
Apr38°59°3.11"
May50.1°71.5°3.81"
Jun59.8°81.4°4.44"
Jul65.2°86.1°4.45"
Aug63.3°83.5°4.25"
Sep54.2°74°3.48"
Oct41°58.9°2.88"
Nov27.1°41.1°1.93"
Dec12.1°26.9°1.29"

NOAA station data 1.48 miles from Minneapolis.

Permits & Regulations in MN

  • Minnesota contractors offering only one special skill, such as fencing, are exempt from residential contractor licensing
  • 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.dli.mn.gov, call811.com

Fence Installation FAQs for Minneapolis

How much does fence installation cost in Minneapolis?

A wood fence in Minneapolis typically runs $18-$55 per linear foot installed.

How many fence companies serve Minneapolis?

We track 3 fence companies serving Minneapolis.

Do I need a permit to build a fence in Minneapolis, MN?

In MN, Minnesota contractors offering only one special skill, such as fencing, are exempt from residential contractor licensing. Height limits and setbacks are set by Minneapolis and any HOA, so check both before ordering materials.

Is fence installation in Minneapolis more expensive than average?

Fence installation labor in Minneapolis runs about +22.3% versus the national average.

How deep do fence posts need to be in Minneapolis?

Posts should go below the frost line so frost heave does not lift them; with winter lows near 8F in Minneapolis, that sets how deep a contractor digs.

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

Once the ground thaws after the last frost around April 22 in Minneapolis, before the busy summer season.

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

Multiply the fence length by $18-$55 per linear foot for wood in Minneapolis, then add gates and removal of any old fence.

How does Minneapolis weather affect a wood fence?

Minneapolis gets about 32.81 inches of precipitation a year; wood fences need sealing every few years to resist rot, where vinyl and chain link do not.