Quick Answer

Fence Installation Cost in Montreal (2026)

Average cost in Montreal

$6,295avg

$3,500 — $12,000

$25 — $100 per sq ft

+5% YoY
12 sources
Updated 2 weeks ago
Quebec

Cost Breakdown

Itemized
Labor

Professional installation and post-hole digging

$1,400 — $7,200

50%

Materials

Fencing panels, posts, concrete, and hardware

$1,400 — $4,800

40%

Site Prep & Disposal

Removal of old fencing and terrain leveling

$245 — $840

7%

Permits

Municipal application and inspection fees

$167 — $300

3%

🧾GST+QST (14.98%) — Quebec
Base cost + $943 tax$7,238

GST+QST at 14.98%

📋What's Included

Scope

Typically Includes

  • Posts & concrete footings
  • Rails & pickets/panels
  • Hardware
  • Standard gate (1)
  • Labor & installation
  • Demolition of old fence

Typically Excludes

  • Premium materials (wrought iron, composite)
  • Extra gates
  • Painting or staining
  • Permits
  • Grading & land prep

Based on a standard 150 linear ft wood privacy fence, 6 ft tall.

🧮Estimate Your Cost

Interactive

Estimated Cost

$7,250

$5,800 — $8,700

Based on 12 sources and market data for Montreal. Actual costs may vary depending on specific project requirements.

📈Price Momentum

Year-over-year

~1 year ago

$5,995

Today

$6,295

Fence Installation in Montreal is 5.0% compared to roughly a year ago — about $300 more on the average project.

Comparison derived from the year-over-year change rate, not a month-by-month price index. We don't store historical snapshots yet — when we do, this will become a real time series.

🏢Top Fence Install Contractors in Montreal

Verified providers
🔨

Groupe Ubora - Sunroom & Deck Builders

19100 Route Transcanadienne, Baie-d'Urfé, QC H9X 3S4, Canada

5.0
★★★★★

205 reviews

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DSE Decks

5451 Av Bourret, Montréal, QC H3X 1J5, Canada

5.0
★★★★★

49 reviews

🔨

Elmwood Construction

101 Chem. Amherst, Beaconsfield, QC H9W 2X9, Canada

5.0
★★★★★

28 reviews

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Clôtures Du Nord

684 Bd du Curé-Boivin, Boisbriand, QC J7G 2A7, Canada

4.9
★★★★½

108 reviews

🔨

Patios et Clôtures Beaulieu

10550 Bd Olympia, Montréal, QC H2C 2W3, Canada

4.9
★★★★½

69 reviews

Provider data sourced from public business directories. Ratings and reviews are public and may change. LookupCost is not affiliated with listed providers.

💬What People Actually Paid

Community

Common Questions

Yes, most Montreal boroughs require a permit. For residential properties in 2026, the minimum fee is $167.40, with an additional $9.80 charged for every $1,000 of estimated project value.

To prevent shifting during the winter, posts must be set below the local frost line, which is typically at least 4 feet (1.2 meters) deep. Excavation for these deep footings is a major cost driver in the region.

Under the Civil Code of Quebec, you can request that a neighbor share the cost of a 'common fence' on the property line. If they refuse, a court can compel them to contribute to a basic, functional fence, though not necessarily for premium upgrades.

Chain link remains the most budget-friendly option, costing between $15 and $25 per linear foot installed. Pressure-treated wood is the next tier, ranging from $27 to $45 per linear foot.

Booking in late summer or early fall can often result in a 5% to 10% discount as demand drops compared to the peak spring and early summer rush.

📊Our Methodology

How we collect data
1

Aggregated from 5+ verified web sources and cost databases

2

Licensed contractor estimates and regional cost guides

3

Government construction and labor statistics

4

Community-reported project costs and reviews

Last data collection: 2 weeks ago. Updates run weekly. All costs in CAD.

About this data

Cost figures are estimates synthesized from public market data using AI research and refreshed regularly. Real project costs vary by scope, materials, contractor, and site conditions. Always get verified quotes from licensed contractors for your specific project.

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