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Fence Installation in Richmond, VA

Compare 4 local fence installation pros. Typical service: $13–$39.

Top Fence Installation Companies in Richmond

  1. 1.Hurricane Fence Inc.

    4.8★ (647 reviews)

    4.8★ from 647 reviews

    +18042073593Website

  2. 2.Superior Fence & Rail of Richmond

    4.9★ (385 reviews)

    4.9★ from 385 reviews

    +18043169230Website

  3. 3.DanDale Fence

    4.4★ (19 reviews)

    4.4★ from 19 reviews

    +18045523176Website

  4. 4.Master Fencing

    +18044090033Website

Fence Installation Cost in Richmond

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

ServiceTypical range in Richmond
Wood fence$13–$39/linear ft
Vinyl fence$26–$51/linear ft
Chain-link fence$9–$21/linear ft
Fence repair$128–$514/job

Fence Installation prices in Richmond run about 14% 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 Richmond, rated 4.7★ on average across 1,051 customer reviews.

Richmond Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Richmond's weather means for scheduling fence installation.

Last spring frost
April 3
First fall frost
November 3
Annual precipitation
43.6"
Heating degree days
3,771
Cooling degree days
1,549
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan28.3°47.4°3.04"
Feb30.5°51.3°2.76"
Mar37.1°60°4.04"
Apr46.1°70.3°3.27"
May55°77.9°3.78"
Jun64.5°86.1°3.93"
Jul68.9°89.7°4.51"
Aug67.4°87.6°4.66"
Sep60.1°81.2°4.13"
Oct48.3°71°2.98"
Nov39.4°61.4°3.24"
Dec31.4°50.7°3.26"

NOAA station data 8.48 miles from Richmond.

Permits & Regulations in VA

  • Fence and exterior contracts of $1,000 or more in Virginia require a DPOR contractor license
  • 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.dpor.virginia.gov, call811.com

Fence Installation FAQs for Richmond

How much does fence installation cost in Richmond?

A wood fence in Richmond typically runs $13-$39 per linear foot installed.

How many fence companies serve Richmond?

We track 4 fence companies serving Richmond.

Do I need a permit to build a fence in Richmond, VA?

In VA, Fence and exterior contracts of $1,000 or more in Virginia require a DPOR contractor license. Height limits and setbacks are set by Richmond and any HOA, so check both before ordering materials.

Is fence installation in Richmond more expensive than average?

Fence installation labor in Richmond runs about -14.4% versus the national average.

How deep do fence posts need to be in Richmond?

Posts should go below the frost line so frost heave does not lift them; with winter lows near 28F in Richmond, that sets how deep a contractor digs.

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

Once the ground thaws after the last frost around April 3 in Richmond, before the busy summer season.

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

Multiply the fence length by $13-$39 per linear foot for wood in Richmond, then add gates and removal of any old fence.

How does Richmond weather affect a wood fence?

Richmond gets about 43.6 inches of precipitation a year; wood fences need sealing every few years to resist rot, where vinyl and chain link do not.