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Fence Installation in Memphis, TN

Compare 6 local fence installation pros. Typical service: $13–$38.

Top Fence Installation Companies in Memphis

  1. 1.Bluff City Fence Company

    4.4★ (101 reviews)

    4.4★ from 101 reviews

    +19017678080Website

  2. 2.Fences Plus Memphis

    4.8★ (56 reviews)

    4.8★ from 56 reviews

    +19018310731Website

  3. 3.Memphis Fence Company, LLC

    4.2★ (70 reviews)

    4.2★ from 70 reviews

    +19012789710Website

  4. 4.South Memphis Fence Co

    4.4★ (25 reviews)

    4.4★ from 25 reviews

    +19017459110Website

  5. 5.West Memphis Fence & Construction

    3.9★ (7 reviews)

    3.9★ from 7 reviews

    +18707351798Website

  6. 6.Memphis Iron Fencing Service

    +19013905630

Fence Installation Cost in Memphis

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

ServiceTypical range in Memphis
Wood fence$13–$38/linear ft
Vinyl fence$25–$50/linear ft
Chain-link fence$8–$21/linear ft
Fence repair$125–$502/job

Fence Installation prices in Memphis run about 16% 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 6 companies serving Memphis, rated 4.3★ on average across 259 customer reviews.

Memphis Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Memphis's weather means for scheduling fence installation.

Last spring frost
March 17
First fall frost
November 15
Annual precipitation
53.68"
Heating degree days
2,965
Cooling degree days
2,258
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan32.6°49.8°3.98"
Feb36.3°54.7°4.39"
Mar44.1°63.9°5.16"
Apr52.9°73°5.5"
May62.2°81.2°5.25"
Jun70.3°88.9°3.63"
Jul73.8°91.6°4.59"
Aug72.7°91.3°2.88"
Sep65.2°85.1°3.09"
Oct53.8°74.4°3.98"
Nov43.7°62.6°5.49"
Dec35.1°52.1°5.74"

NOAA station data 3.79 miles from Memphis.

Permits & Regulations in TN

  • Residential improvement between $3,000 and $25,000 requires a Tennessee home improvement license in participating counties, and a contractor license at $25,000 and above
  • 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.tn.gov, call811.com

Fence Installation FAQs for Memphis

How much does fence installation cost in Memphis?

A wood fence in Memphis typically runs $13-$38 per linear foot installed.

How many fence companies serve Memphis?

We track 6 fence companies serving Memphis.

Do I need a permit to build a fence in Memphis, TN?

In TN, Residential improvement between $3,000 and $25,000 requires a Tennessee home improvement license in participating counties, and a contractor license at $25,000 and above. Height limits and setbacks are set by Memphis and any HOA, so check both before ordering materials.

Is fence installation in Memphis more expensive than average?

Fence installation labor in Memphis runs about -16.4% versus the national average.

How deep do fence posts need to be in Memphis?

Posts should go below the frost line so frost heave does not lift them; with winter lows near 33F in Memphis, that sets how deep a contractor digs.

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

Once the ground thaws after the last frost around March 17 in Memphis, before the busy summer season.

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

Multiply the fence length by $13-$38 per linear foot for wood in Memphis, then add gates and removal of any old fence.

How does Memphis weather affect a wood fence?

Memphis gets about 53.68 inches of precipitation a year; wood fences need sealing every few years to resist rot, where vinyl and chain link do not.