Fence Installation Cost in Philadelphia (2026)
Average cost in Philadelphia
$650 – $14,056
$8 – $61 per sq ft
In Philadelphia, the average is $3,935 and most projects cost between $650 and $14,056, or about $8 – $61 per sq ft. Prices are before tax and based on 12 sources.
Cost Breakdown
ItemizedProfessional installation and post setting
48%
Lumber, vinyl panels, or chain link mesh
42%
Philadelphia L&I and zoning applications
5%
Tear-out and haul-away of old fencing
5%
Sales Tax at 6%
📋What's Included
ScopeTypically 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 project
LiveYour estimate in Philadelphia
Likely range $1,771 – $8,657
- Labor48%$1,889
- Materials42%$1,653
- Permits & Fees5%$197
- Removal & Disposal5%$197
Chain Link
$2,807
Pressure-treated Wood
$3,935
Cedar / Vinyl
$6,190
Aluminum / Wrought Iron
$8,446
Calibrated to 12 researched sources for Philadelphia. Before tax. Real quotes vary with site conditions.
📈Price Momentum
Year-over-year~1 year ago
$3,733
Today
$3,935
Fence Installation in Philadelphia is ↑ 5.4% compared to roughly a year ago — about $202 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 Philadelphia
Verified providersHoff - The Fence Contractors
985 Old Eagle School Rd Ste 205, Wayne, PA 19087, USA
37 reviews
Greenhill Fencing Inc.
307 Greenhill Rd, Willow Grove, PA 19090, USA
254 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, a permit is required if the fence is taller than 6 feet in the rear or side yard, or taller than 4 feet in the front yard. Additionally, any fence in a historic district or 100-year floodplain requires a Building Permit regardless of height.
The average cost is approximately $23 per linear foot, though prices typically range from $8 for basic chain link to over $61 for premium masonry or ornamental metal.
The base fee for a fence permit is $69. However, combined zoning and building review fees for residential projects typically range between $150 and $500 depending on the project valuation.
Yes, front yard fences for rowhouses are generally limited to 4 feet in height without a zoning permit. Fences over 6 feet in the rear or side yards always trigger permit requirements.
Philadelphia's varied terrain, including rocky soil or sloped yards, can increase labor costs by 20% or more due to the need for custom stepping or reinforced footings.
📊Our Methodology
How we collect dataAggregated from 12+ verified web sources and cost databases
Licensed contractor estimates and regional cost guides
Government construction and labor statistics
Community-reported project costs and reviews
Last data collection: 1 months ago. Updates run weekly. All costs in USD.
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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