Fence installation in San Diego. Built right, the first time.
Most fence installs fail at the posts. We set concrete footings 30 to 36 inches deep, crowned above grade to shed water, with pressure-treated or steel-sleeved posts sized to the fence height and local wind zone. Clean layout, pulled permits where required, and a finish line that looks intentional.
What's included in this service?
- In-home site walk, measurement, and written quote with material options
- HOA approval handling (plans, color specs, height variances)
- Permit pulls where required by the local jurisdiction
- Utility locate (Dig Alert 811) before any post holes are dug
- Post-hole digging to 30–36 inches with 3,000-psi concrete footings
- Material options: cedar, redwood, pressure-treated pine, vinyl, chain link, ornamental steel or aluminum
- Standard heights: 3-ft, 4-ft, 5-ft, 6-ft, and 8-ft with proper bracing
- Gate framing, hinge and latch install, with anti-sag hardware from day one
- Demo and haul-away of the old fence, clean site daily
When do you need this service?
- You're building on a new lot or replacing a fence that's past its lifespan
- A wind event took down the old fence
- You need privacy from a new neighbor or a changed lot line
- Pool barrier requirements mean you need a code-compliant fence
- Your HOA sent notice that the existing fence doesn't meet standards
- You're landscaping and want the fence to set the yard's final look
What do homeowners ask about Fence Installation?
How much does fence installation cost in San Diego?
For a 150-foot backyard run: chain link runs $4,200 to $6,500 installed; cedar privacy runs $6,800 to $11,500 installed; vinyl privacy runs $8,500 to $14,000 installed. Final cost depends on material grade, gate count, terrain, and whether we demo an old fence. Free written estimates every time.
Do I need a permit for a new fence in San Diego?
Most residential fences 6 feet or shorter in the backyard don't need a permit. Front-yard fences over 42 inches and anything over 6 feet usually do. Pool barriers have separate code requirements. We confirm with the local jurisdiction before we quote — permit pulls included where required.
How long does a fence installation take?
A typical 150-foot backyard install is one or two days of work. Day one: demo old fence, set posts in concrete, let cure overnight. Day two: rails, pickets or panels, gate install, cleanup. Long runs or complex terrain may run three days.
What material lasts longest in San Diego?
Vinyl lasts longest with the least maintenance — 25+ years with Class-A grade. Cedar and redwood last 15–20 years with regular sealing. Pressure-treated pine lasts 10–15 years. Chain link lasts 20+ years in galvanized, less in coastal zones without vinyl coating. We'll match material to your yard and your maintenance appetite.
Do you handle HOA approvals?
Yes. We pull HOA CC&Rs for most common San Diego communities and quote to spec. If you need written approval we can submit drawings and material samples. No surprises on color, height, or cap style.
Where do we offer Fence Installation in San Diego County?
We provide fence installation in every city and community in San Diego County. Pick your city for local climate notes and service specifics.
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Homeowners who hired us for this
Got three quotes for a new cedar fence. Fence Pros was the only company that actually walked the whole line, pulled the HOA spec, and showed me a stain sample before quoting. Clean crew, clean jobsite, beautiful finish.
Our 12-year-old fence was leaning bad and I thought we needed a full replacement. They installed steel post inserts on six posts, saved the panels, and the fence looks great for another decade. Saved me thousands.
Needed a code-compliant pool fence before our home sale. They came out same-week, quoted honestly, and installed glass panel fencing that passed inspection on the first try. Handled everything — measurement, hardware, final walk-through.
Need fence installation in San Diego County?
Call for a free quote. Most work scheduled within the week.