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Fence Installation in Billings, MT

Compare 5 local fence installation pros. Typical service: $15–$44.

Top Fence Installation Companies in Billings

  1. 1.Absolute Fence

    4.9★ (208 reviews)

    4.9★ from 208 reviews

  2. 2.Billings Fencing Company

    4.9★ (58 reviews)

    4.9★ from 58 reviews

  3. 3.Big Sky Boundaries, LLC

    5.0★ (35 reviews)

    5.0★ from 35 reviews

  4. 4.Creative Vinyl Fencing, Inc.

    4.9★ (30 reviews)

    4.9★ from 30 reviews

  5. 5.Summit Fence LLC

Fence Installation Cost in Billings

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

ServiceTypical range in Billings
Wood fence$15–$44/linear ft
Vinyl fence$29–$58/linear ft
Chain-link fence$10–$24/linear ft
Fence repair$146–$584/job

Fence Installation prices in Billings run about 3% 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 Billings, rated 4.9★ on average across 331 customer reviews.

Billings Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Billings's weather means for scheduling fence installation.

Last spring frost
May 4
First fall frost
October 3
Annual precipitation
13.66"
Heating degree days
6,781
Cooling degree days
637
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan17.8°36.4°0.48"
Feb20.6°40.2°0.48"
Mar26.9°48.6°1.06"
Apr34.7°57.6°1.66"
May43.6°67.5°2.18"
Jun52.1°77.2°2.12"
Jul58.8°86.8°1.32"
Aug57.3°85.7°0.75"
Sep47.5°73.1°1.3"
Oct37.1°59.4°1.18"
Nov26.3°45.3°0.63"
Dec17.8°35.2°0.5"

NOAA station data 1.33 miles from Billings.

Permits & Regulations in MT

  • Fence installers in Montana need a Construction Contractor License, required of all construction contractors since January 1, 2026
  • Fence height, setback and permit rules are set by the city or county, and by an HOA where there is one
  • Every state's one-call law requires calling 811 before digging, which includes fence post holes and deck footings

License required: Montana Construction Contractor License; local fence rules

Sources: boards.bsd.dli.mt.gov, call811.com

Fence Installation FAQs for Billings

How much does fence installation cost in Billings?

A wood fence in Billings typically runs $15-$44 per linear foot installed.

How many fence companies serve Billings?

We track 5 fence companies serving Billings.

Do I need a permit to build a fence in Billings, MT?

In MT, Fence installers in Montana need a Construction Contractor License, required of all construction contractors since January 1, 2026. Height limits and setbacks are set by Billings and any HOA, so check both before ordering materials.

Is fence installation in Billings more expensive than average?

Fence installation labor in Billings runs about -2.7% versus the national average.

How deep do fence posts need to be in Billings?

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

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

Once the ground thaws after the last frost around May 4 in Billings, before the busy summer season.

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

Multiply the fence length by $15-$44 per linear foot for wood in Billings, then add gates and removal of any old fence.

How does Billings weather affect a wood fence?

Billings gets about 13.66 inches of precipitation a year; wood fences need sealing every few years to resist rot, where vinyl and chain link do not.