What affects the price
- Wood speciesPressure-treated pine is cheapest, cedar is mid, redwood is premium.
- StyleStandard side-by-side board cheaper than board-on-board, shadowbox, or lattice-top.
- Post embedmentOhio 36-inch frost line is the minimum; deeper plus concrete is better.
- GatesSingle 4-foot gate $200-$400; double-drive 10-foot gate $600-$1,200.
What's included
- Ohio 811 utility locate
- Post-hole digging to 36-inch frost line
- Concrete-set posts
- Pickets and rails
- Gate hardware and self-closing latch (pool barriers)
When to call
Most Ohio cities do not require a building permit for residential fences under 6 feet, but zoning approval, HOA approval, and Ohio 811 are still required. Plan in late winter for spring install.
Related questions
Do I need to call Ohio 811?
Yes. Dial 811 or oups.org. The locate ticket protects you and the contractor from underground-utility damage charges.
What if the fence is on the property line?
Get a property-line survey or written agreement with the neighbor BEFORE installation. Residential fence disputes go to local courts; a written agreement avoids teardown demands years later.
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