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Fence Installation in New York, NY

Compare 6 local fence installation pros. Typical service: $18–$55.

Top Fence Installation Companies in New York

  1. 1.Kamberi Home & Garden

    4.9★ (126 reviews)

    4.9★ from 126 reviews

    +17182160137Website

  2. 2.INTEGRITY FENCE AND DECK L.L.C.

    5.0★ (106 reviews)

    5.0★ from 106 reviews

    +19144848969Website

  3. 3.Atlas Fence & Railing Co.

    3.7★ (29 reviews)

    3.7★ from 29 reviews

    +17187672200Website

  4. 4.Nysteeltech LLC

    5.0★ (5 reviews)

    5.0★ from 5 reviews

    +13477387280

  5. 5.A1 Wholesale Fence & Building Materials Inc.

    4.0★ (4 reviews)

    4.0★ from 4 reviews

    +17187679800Website

  6. 6.FENCE PRO ELITE INSTALL & REPAIR OF QUEENS

    5.0★ (2 reviews)

    5.0★ from 2 reviews

    +17185507574Website

Fence Installation Cost in New York

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

ServiceTypical range in New York
Wood fence$18–$55/linear ft
Vinyl fence$37–$74/linear ft
Chain-link fence$12–$31/linear ft
Fence repair$184–$736/job

Fence Installation prices in New York run about 23% 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 New York, rated 4.6★ on average across 272 customer reviews.

New York Climate & Seasonal Timing

What New York's weather means for scheduling fence installation.

Last spring frost
March 31
First fall frost
November 19
Annual precipitation
46.6"
Heating degree days
4,671
Cooling degree days
1,160
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan27°39.1°3.5"
Feb29°42.3°2.81"
Mar35.1°49.7°4.15"
Apr44.6°60.5°4.14"
May54.2°70.4°4.05"
Jun64°79.6°4.16"
Jul69.8°84.5°4.85"
Aug68.8°83.1°4.18"
Sep61.7°76.1°3.71"
Oct50.5°64.8°3.81"
Nov41.5°54.4°3.56"
Dec32.2°43.7°3.68"

NOAA station data 5.24 miles from New York.

Permits & Regulations in NY

  • New York has no statewide fence license; New York City requires a DCWP Home Improvement Contractor license for residential work over $200
  • 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.nyc.gov, call811.com

Fence Installation FAQs for New York

How much does fence installation cost in New York?

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

How many fence companies serve New York?

We track 6 fence companies serving New York.

Do I need a permit to build a fence in New York, NY?

In NY, New York has no statewide fence license; New York City requires a DCWP Home Improvement Contractor license for residential work over $200. Height limits and setbacks are set by New York and any HOA, so check both before ordering materials.

Is fence installation in New York more expensive than average?

Fence installation labor in New York runs about +22.6% versus the national average.

How deep do fence posts need to be in New York?

Posts should go below the frost line so frost heave does not lift them; with winter lows near 27F in New York, that sets how deep a contractor digs.

When is the best time to install a fence in New York?

Once the ground thaws after the last frost around March 31 in New York, before the busy summer season.

How do I estimate the cost of a fence in New York?

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

How does New York weather affect a wood fence?

New York gets about 46.6 inches of precipitation a year; wood fences need sealing every few years to resist rot, where vinyl and chain link do not.