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Fence Installation in Salt Lake City, UT

Compare 4 local fence installation pros. Typical service: $15–$44.

Top Fence Installation Companies in Salt Lake City

  1. 1.Crown Vinyl Fence Inc.

    4.1★ (108 reviews)

    4.1★ from 108 reviews

    +18015609663Website

  2. 2.Western Fence Company Utah

    3.1★ (274 reviews)

    3.1★ from 274 reviews

    +18015060506Website

  3. 3.SALT LAKE CEDAR FENCE

    4.7★ (14 reviews)

    4.7★ from 14 reviews

    +18018729652Website

  4. 4.ASL Fence

    5.0★ (2 reviews)

    5.0★ from 2 reviews

    +14355126030Website

Fence Installation Cost in Salt Lake City

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

ServiceTypical range in Salt Lake City
Wood fence$15–$44/linear ft
Vinyl fence$30–$59/linear ft
Chain-link fence$10–$25/linear ft
Fence repair$148–$593/job

Fence Installation prices in Salt Lake City run about 1% 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 4 companies serving Salt Lake City, rated 4.2★ on average across 398 customer reviews.

Salt Lake City Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Salt Lake City's weather means for scheduling fence installation.

Last spring frost
April 20
First fall frost
October 23
Annual precipitation
16.1"
Heating degree days
5,607
Cooling degree days
1,159
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan21.6°37.4°1.25"
Feb25.2°43.2°1.25"
Mar33.6°53.7°1.79"
Apr39.5°61.6°1.99"
May47.8°71.9°1.95"
Jun56.4°83°0.98"
Jul64.7°92.6°0.61"
Aug63.4°90.5°0.69"
Sep53°79.2°1.21"
Oct41.3°64.7°1.52"
Nov30.6°49.4°1.45"
Dec22.6°38°1.41"

NOAA station data 1.83 miles from Salt Lake City.

Permits & Regulations in UT

  • Utah requires a DOPL contractor license for fence and exterior projects of $7,000 or more; smaller jobs fall under the handyman exemption
  • 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: dopl.utah.gov, le.utah.gov, call811.com

Fence Installation FAQs for Salt Lake City

How much does fence installation cost in Salt Lake City?

A wood fence in Salt Lake City typically runs $15-$44 per linear foot installed.

How many fence companies serve Salt Lake City?

We track 4 fence companies serving Salt Lake City.

Do I need a permit to build a fence in Salt Lake City, UT?

In UT, Utah requires a DOPL contractor license for fence and exterior projects of $7,000 or more; smaller jobs fall under the handyman exemption. Height limits and setbacks are set by Salt Lake City and any HOA, so check both before ordering materials.

Is fence installation in Salt Lake City more expensive than average?

Fence installation labor in Salt Lake City runs about -1.2% versus the national average.

How deep do fence posts need to be in Salt Lake City?

Posts should go below the frost line so frost heave does not lift them; with winter lows near 22F in Salt Lake City, that sets how deep a contractor digs.

When is the best time to install a fence in Salt Lake City?

Once the ground thaws after the last frost around April 20 in Salt Lake City, before the busy summer season.

How do I estimate the cost of a fence in Salt Lake City?

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

How does Salt Lake City weather affect a wood fence?

Salt Lake City gets about 16.1 inches of precipitation a year; wood fences need sealing every few years to resist rot, where vinyl and chain link do not.