Florida Fence Contractor Directory

Costs vary by material, height, and terrain. As a general frame of reference, Florida fence installations commonly run roughly $15 to $60 per linear foot installed — wood privacy at the higher end, chain-link at the lower. The best way to get an accurate price is to request a free quote through our form.

Florida does not require a standalone fence-contractor license — since HB 735 (2021), most local governments cannot mandate a state certified license for residential fence installation. Some contractors still hold active CBC/CRC/CGC licenses, which we badge as a verified bonus on their profiles and which you can independently check in the Florida DBPR public lookup.

Insurance requirements vary by contractor. Some companies in the directory state on their own websites that they carry liability insurance — these are self-reported claims, so confirm coverage directly with the company before hiring.

Vinyl, aluminum, and pressure-treated pine are the most common choices in Florida — vinyl and aluminum resist rot and insects with little maintenance, while wood offers a classic look at a lower upfront cost. Composite fencing is also popular for its durability in humidity and salt-air coastal areas.

Yes. Florida's Residential Swimming Pool Safety Act requires a barrier at least 4 feet tall around new residential pools, with specific gate and clearance rules. Several contractors in the directory specialize in code-compliant pool fencing — see our Florida pool fence laws guide for details.

No. This is a directory, not an endorsement: we publish each contractor's DBPR license status alongside the source of every other detail we list. We always recommend checking recent Google reviews and asking for references before hiring.