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Fence Installation in Madison, WI

Compare 5 local fence installation pros. Typical service: $16–$47.

Top Fence Installation Companies in Madison

  1. 1.Dane County Fence & Deck

    4.8★ (385 reviews)

    4.8★ from 385 reviews

    +16082092382Website

  2. 2.Solid Fencing

    4.9★ (96 reviews)

    4.9★ from 96 reviews

    +16087057608Website

  3. 3.American Fence Co

    4.3★ (56 reviews)

    4.3★ from 56 reviews

    +16082718711Website

  4. 4.Ideal Fence of Madison

    4.6★ (19 reviews)

    4.6★ from 19 reviews

    +16082227710Website

  5. 5.Action Fence

    5.0★ (5 reviews)

    5.0★ from 5 reviews

    +16082717308Website

Fence Installation Cost in Madison

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

ServiceTypical range in Madison
Wood fence$16–$47/linear ft
Vinyl fence$31–$63/linear ft
Chain-link fence$10–$26/linear ft
Fence repair$157–$629/job

Fence Installation prices in Madison run about 5% 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 5 companies serving Madison, rated 4.7★ on average across 561 customer reviews.

Madison Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Madison's weather means for scheduling fence installation.

Last spring frost
April 21
First fall frost
October 13
Annual precipitation
36.13"
Heating degree days
7,178
Cooling degree days
681
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan10.7°26.9°1.24"
Feb14.8°31.4°1.4"
Mar25.6°42.9°2.14"
Apr37.7°56.9°3.85"
May48.8°67.9°4.07"
Jun58.5°78.1°4.89"
Jul63.1°82°3.95"
Aug61.2°79.8°4.12"
Sep52.3°71.9°3.45"
Oct40°59.7°2.68"
Nov28.3°44.8°2.45"
Dec15.5°31°1.89"

NOAA station data 3.27 miles from Madison.

Permits & Regulations in WI

  • Wisconsin has no fence license; a DSPS Dwelling Contractor credential is needed only to pull permits on one- and two-family dwellings
  • 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: dsps.wi.gov, call811.com

Fence Installation FAQs for Madison

How much does fence installation cost in Madison?

A wood fence in Madison typically runs $16-$47 per linear foot installed.

How many fence companies serve Madison?

We track 5 fence companies serving Madison.

Do I need a permit to build a fence in Madison, WI?

In WI, Wisconsin has no fence license; a DSPS Dwelling Contractor credential is needed only to pull permits on one- and two-family dwellings. Height limits and setbacks are set by Madison and any HOA, so check both before ordering materials.

Is fence installation in Madison more expensive than average?

Fence installation labor in Madison runs about +4.8% versus the national average.

How deep do fence posts need to be in Madison?

Posts should go below the frost line so frost heave does not lift them; with winter lows near 11F in Madison, that sets how deep a contractor digs.

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

Once the ground thaws after the last frost around April 21 in Madison, before the busy summer season.

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

Multiply the fence length by $16-$47 per linear foot for wood in Madison, then add gates and removal of any old fence.

How does Madison weather affect a wood fence?

Madison gets about 36.13 inches of precipitation a year; wood fences need sealing every few years to resist rot, where vinyl and chain link do not.