Quick Answer

Fence Installation Cost in Oshawa (2026)

Average cost in Oshawa

$6,500avg

$3,000 — $12,000

$40 — $100 per linear ft

+5.5% YoY
5 sources
Updated today
Ontario

Cost Breakdown

Itemized
Materials

Wood, vinyl, chain-link, or composite panels and posts

$1,350 — $5,400

45%

Labor

Post hole digging, concrete setting, and assembly

$1,350 — $5,400

45%

Site Prep & Removal

Clearing brush, grading, and old fence disposal

$210 — $840

7%

Permits & Fees

City of Oshawa municipal permits and utility locates

$90 — $360

3%

🧾HST (13%) — Ontario
Base cost + $845 tax$7,345

HST at 13%

📋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

$8,075

$6,460 — $9,690

Based on 5 sources and market data for Oshawa. Actual costs may vary depending on specific project requirements.

🏢Top Fence Install Contractors in Oshawa

Verified providers
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Modern Decks & Vinyl Fences

230 High St, Bowmanville, ON L1C 5G1, Canada

5.0
★★★★★

96 reviews

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Frontier PMC

175 Park Rd S, Oshawa, ON L1J 4H1, Canada

5.0
★★★★★

58 reviews

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Axhorn Landscaping & Contracting

285 Taunton Rd E, Mailbox MB 076, Oshawa, ON L1G 3V2, Canada

5.0
★★★★★

45 reviews

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DAP Fence & Deck Inc.

42 Apsley Crescent, Whitby, ON L1M 2E7, Canada

4.9
★★★★½

77 reviews

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TerraconPlus Contracting Fence & Deck

285 Taunton Rd E #022, Oshawa, ON L1G 3V2, Canada

4.3
★★★★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

In Oshawa, a standard 6-foot wood privacy fence typically costs between $45 and $75 per linear foot installed. For an average 100-foot backyard, expect to pay around $4,500 to $7,500.

Depending on the height and location (especially for pool enclosures), you may need a permit from the City of Oshawa. Municipal permit fees generally range from $100 to $500.

Fence contractors in the Durham Region typically charge between $3 and $5 per linear foot for the tear-down and disposal of an existing fence.

Chain-link fencing is the most budget-friendly option, averaging $15 to $25 per linear foot installed, making it ideal for large perimeters or pet enclosures.

📊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: today. Updates run weekly. All costs in CAD.