Fence Installation Cost in Seattle (2026)
Average cost in Seattle
US$2,316 — US$5,477
US$24 — US$56 per sq ft
Cost Breakdown
ItemizedProfessional installation and post setting
48%
Cedar, vinyl, or chain-link panels and posts
42%
Old fence removal and minor grading
6%
SDCI valuation-based fees (if >8ft)
4%
Sales Tax at 6.5%
📋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 Cost
InteractiveEstimated Cost
US$6,880 — US$10,320
Based on 8 sources and market data for Seattle. Actual costs may vary depending on specific project requirements.
🏢Top Fence Install Contractors in Seattle
Verified providersOptima Fence and Deck
4041 91st Ave SE, Mercer Island, WA 98040, USA
244 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
No. In Seattle, residential fences 8 feet or under do not require a building permit unless the property is in an Environmentally Critical Area (ECA) or a flood zone. However, front yard fences are generally limited to 4 feet in height.
Western Red Cedar and composite materials are highly recommended for the Pacific Northwest. Cedar costs between $25 and $50 per linear foot and offers natural rot resistance, while composite ranges from $35 to $70 per linear foot but requires less maintenance in wet conditions.
Seattle's hilly terrain often requires 'stepping' or 'racking' the fence. This typically adds $15 to $25 per linear foot to labor costs. Significant regrading of a steep yard can add a one-time cost of $1,000 to $3,200.
Contractors in the Seattle metro area typically charge between $3 and $8 per linear foot for removal and disposal of an existing fence, depending on the material and accessibility.
📊Our Methodology
How we collect dataAggregated from 5+ 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: today. Updates run weekly. All costs in USD.