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Fence Installation in San Antonio, TX

Compare 6 local fence installation pros. Typical service: $12–$36.

Top Fence Installation Companies in San Antonio

  1. 1.Aqua Blu Services, Inc

    4.7★ (211 reviews)

    4.7★ from 211 reviews

    +12106079870Website

  2. 2.Everlast Fence & Remodeling

    5.0★ (51 reviews)

    5.0★ from 51 reviews

    +12109401544Website

  3. 3.Alamo Decks and Fence

    4.5★ (74 reviews)

    4.5★ from 74 reviews

    +12107940896Website

  4. 4.Discount Fence USA - San Antonio

    4.4★ (68 reviews)

    4.4★ from 68 reviews

    +18304654765Website

  5. 5.Medina's Quality Fencing and Welding

    4.8★ (23 reviews)

    4.8★ from 23 reviews

    +18307190338Website

  6. 6.Superior Fence Co. of San Antonio

    5.0★ (1 reviews)

    5.0★ from 1 reviews

    +12109995560Website

Fence Installation Cost in San Antonio

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

ServiceTypical range in San Antonio
Wood fence$12–$36/linear ft
Vinyl fence$24–$48/linear ft
Chain-link fence$8–$20/linear ft
Fence repair$121–$484/job

Fence Installation prices in San Antonio run about 19% 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 San Antonio, rated 4.7★ on average across 428 customer reviews.

San Antonio Climate & Seasonal Timing

What San Antonio's weather means for scheduling fence installation.

Last spring frost
February 28
First fall frost
November 30
Annual precipitation
34.86"
Heating degree days
1,607
Cooling degree days
2,879
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan39.6°62.7°1.93"
Feb42.1°66.8°1.98"
Mar49.7°73°2.34"
Apr56.7°80.2°1.99"
May65.5°85.6°4.45"
Jun71.6°91.1°4.49"
Jul73.5°93.6°2.71"
Aug73.5°94.8°2.34"
Sep68.1°89.8°3.33"
Oct58.6°81.4°4.45"
Nov48.9°71.9°2.72"
Dec39.7°63.5°2.13"

NOAA station data 3.16 miles from San Antonio.

Permits & Regulations in TX

  • Texas has no state fence or general contractor license; contractor registration and permits are handled by each city
  • 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.tdlr.texas.gov, call811.com

Fence Installation FAQs for San Antonio

How much does fence installation cost in San Antonio?

A wood fence in San Antonio typically runs $12-$36 per linear foot installed.

How many fence companies serve San Antonio?

We track 6 fence companies serving San Antonio.

Do I need a permit to build a fence in San Antonio, TX?

In TX, Texas has no state fence or general contractor license; contractor registration and permits are handled by each city. Height limits and setbacks are set by San Antonio and any HOA, so check both before ordering materials.

Is fence installation in San Antonio more expensive than average?

Fence installation labor in San Antonio runs about -19.3% versus the national average.

How deep do fence posts need to be in San Antonio?

Posts should go below the frost line so frost heave does not lift them; with winter lows near 40F in San Antonio, that sets how deep a contractor digs.

When is the best time to install a fence in San Antonio?

Once the ground thaws after the last frost around February 28 in San Antonio, before the busy summer season.

How do I estimate the cost of a fence in San Antonio?

Multiply the fence length by $12-$36 per linear foot for wood in San Antonio, then add gates and removal of any old fence.

How does San Antonio weather affect a wood fence?

San Antonio gets about 34.86 inches of precipitation a year; wood fences need sealing every few years to resist rot, where vinyl and chain link do not.