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Fence Installation in St. Louis, MO

Compare 5 local fence installation pros. Typical service: $18–$53.

Top Fence Installation Companies in St. Louis

  1. 1.Exterior Experience

    4.9★ (70 reviews)

    4.9★ from 70 reviews

    +13148280259Website

  2. 2.Guardian Door & Gate

    4.7★ (23 reviews)

    4.7★ from 23 reviews

    +13147088353Website

  3. 3.Dave Williams Fence Co

    4.9★ (13 reviews)

    4.9★ from 13 reviews

    +13148652124

  4. 4.Imperial Fence, Inc.

    3.8★ (9 reviews)

    3.8★ from 9 reviews

    +16364679003Website

  5. 5.National Rent-A-Fence

    5.0★ (4 reviews)

    5.0★ from 4 reviews

    +13146559025Website

Fence Installation Cost in St. Louis

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

ServiceTypical range in St. Louis
Wood fence$18–$53/linear ft
Vinyl fence$35–$70/linear ft
Chain-link fence$12–$29/linear ft
Fence repair$176–$703/job

Fence Installation prices in St. Louis run about 17% 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 St. Louis, rated 4.7★ on average across 119 customer reviews.

St. Louis Climate & Seasonal Timing

What St. Louis's weather means for scheduling fence installation.

Last spring frost
April 2
First fall frost
November 4
Annual precipitation
43.03"
Heating degree days
4,471
Cooling degree days
1,678
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan23.8°39.8°2.45"
Feb27.8°45.1°2.39"
Mar37°55.4°3.36"
Apr47.3°67°4.1"
May57.4°76.8°4.8"
Jun66.7°85.3°4.34"
Jul71°89.1°4.19"
Aug69.7°88.1°3.41"
Sep61.1°80.8°3.38"
Oct49.5°68.9°3.43"
Nov39.3°55.9°4.22"
Dec28.1°42.9°2.96"

NOAA station data 1.45 miles from St. Louis.

Permits & Regulations in MO

  • Missouri 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.mo.gov, call811.com

Fence Installation FAQs for St. Louis

How much does fence installation cost in St. Louis?

A wood fence in St. Louis typically runs $18-$53 per linear foot installed.

How many fence companies serve St. Louis?

We track 5 fence companies serving St. Louis.

Do I need a permit to build a fence in St. Louis, MO?

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

Is fence installation in St. Louis more expensive than average?

Fence installation labor in St. Louis runs about +17.2% versus the national average.

How deep do fence posts need to be in St. Louis?

Posts should go below the frost line so frost heave does not lift them; with winter lows near 24F in St. Louis, that sets how deep a contractor digs.

When is the best time to install a fence in St. Louis?

Once the ground thaws after the last frost around April 2 in St. Louis, before the busy summer season.

How do I estimate the cost of a fence in St. Louis?

Multiply the fence length by $18-$53 per linear foot for wood in St. Louis, then add gates and removal of any old fence.

How does St. Louis weather affect a wood fence?

St. Louis gets about 43.03 inches of precipitation a year; wood fences need sealing every few years to resist rot, where vinyl and chain link do not.