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Fence Installation in Manchester, NH

Compare 4 local fence installation pros. Typical service: $15–$46.

Top Fence Installation Companies in Manchester

  1. 1.On Guard Fencing, LLC

    5.0★ (7 reviews)

    5.0★ from 7 reviews

  2. 2.Master Link Fence

    4.0★ (8 reviews)

    4.0★ from 8 reviews

  3. 3.Fences Unlimited - Manchester

    5.0★ (2 reviews)

    5.0★ from 2 reviews

  4. 4.Reliable The Fence People

    5.0★ (1 reviews)

    5.0★ from 1 reviews

Fence Installation Cost in Manchester

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

ServiceTypical range in Manchester
Wood fence$15–$46/linear ft
Vinyl fence$30–$61/linear ft
Chain-link fence$10–$25/linear ft
Fence repair$152–$607/job

Fence Installation prices in Manchester run about 1% 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 4 companies serving Manchester, rated 4.8★ on average across 18 customer reviews.

Manchester Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Manchester's weather means for scheduling fence installation.

Last spring frost
April 29
First fall frost
October 8
Annual precipitation
42.05"
Heating degree days
6,729
Cooling degree days
568
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan12°32.5°2.72"
Feb15.6°36.6°2.73"
Mar24.2°44.7°3.01"
Apr35.6°57.4°3.63"
May46.1°68.5°3.82"
Jun55.9°77.2°4.11"
Jul60.4°82.1°3.79"
Aug58.9°80.5°3.67"
Sep50.8°73.1°3.39"
Oct39°61.3°4.11"
Nov31.3°49.9°3.8"
Dec20.3°38.2°3.27"

NOAA station data 2.59 miles from Manchester.

Permits & Regulations in NH

  • New Hampshire does not license fence contractors
  • Fence height, setback and permit rules are set by the town, 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: No state license; town fence rules

Sources: www.nhes.nh.gov, call811.com

Fence Installation FAQs for Manchester

How much does fence installation cost in Manchester?

A wood fence in Manchester typically runs $15-$46 per linear foot installed.

How many fence companies serve Manchester?

We track 4 fence companies serving Manchester.

Do I need a permit to build a fence in Manchester, NH?

In NH, New Hampshire does not license fence contractors. Height limits and setbacks are set by Manchester and any HOA, so check both before ordering materials.

Is fence installation in Manchester more expensive than average?

Fence installation labor in Manchester runs about +1.2% versus the national average.

How deep do fence posts need to be in Manchester?

Posts should go below the frost line so frost heave does not lift them; with winter lows near 12F in Manchester, that sets how deep a contractor digs.

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

Once the ground thaws after the last frost around April 29 in Manchester, before the busy summer season.

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

Multiply the fence length by $15-$46 per linear foot for wood in Manchester, then add gates and removal of any old fence.

How does Manchester weather affect a wood fence?

Manchester gets about 42.05 inches of precipitation a year; wood fences need sealing every few years to resist rot, where vinyl and chain link do not.