Exterior & Outdoor Structures

Fence Installation in Ontario

A fence in Ontario lives or dies by its posts. Set them shallow and frost heave will lift and tilt them a little more each winter until the whole run leans. We dig below the frost line, set posts properly, and build the fence to survive the climate it's standing in β€” that's the difference between a fence that's straight in year ten and one that's firewood in year six.

Wood privacy fence is still the most popular build: pressure-treated for value, cedar for looks. Vinyl costs more up front and never needs staining. Chain link remains the practical choice for containing dogs and marking lines without blocking light. We also build gates that actually swing true β€” and keep swinging true.

Fence height and placement are governed by municipal bylaws, and on shared lot lines it pays to talk to your neighbour before the auger shows up. Many neighbours split the cost of a shared fence; either way, we'll help you confirm the line and the local rules as part of the quote.

What this covers

  • Wood privacy fence in pressure-treated or cedar
  • Vinyl and composite fencing
  • Chain link fencing
  • Posts set in concrete below frost line
  • Single and double gates with proper hardware
  • Old fence removal and disposal
  • Property line and bylaw guidance
  • Decorative toppers, lattice and post caps

What affects the price

  • Total length of the run and number of corners
  • Material β€” chain link, pressure-treated, cedar and vinyl are different budgets
  • Fence height and panel style
  • Number of gates and their width
  • Digging conditions β€” roots, rock and buried surprises slow the auger
  • Old fence removal and disposal
  • Access β€” backyards with no gate access mean carrying everything through
  • Slope handling β€” stepped or racked panels take more fitting time

Every home is different, so we don’t publish flat prices β€” the quote is free and based on your actual job.

Common questions

How tall can my fence be?
That's set by municipal bylaw, and it varies β€” backyard fences are commonly allowed taller than front-yard ones, and corner lots have sightline rules. Before building we confirm your municipality's limits so the new fence doesn't become a bylaw complaint.
Does my neighbour have to pay for half?
There's line-fence legislation in Ontario, but in practice most people just talk it out. Plenty of neighbours split a shared fence; sometimes one side wants it more and pays for it. We only need to know whose side the good face points to β€” and we'd gently suggest sorting that before installation day.
Why do fence posts heave out of the ground here?
Frost. Water in the soil freezes, expands and grips anything in it. A post set two feet deep gets ratcheted upward a bit every winter. Setting posts below the frost line with a proper concrete footing β€” wider at the bottom than the top β€” is what keeps a fence straight for the long haul.
When is fence season in Ontario?
Spring through late fall, basically whenever the ground isn't frozen. Fall is underrated: the digging is good, schedules are lighter than the spring rush, and the fence is standing before winter tests it.
How long does an average fence take?
Posts go in first and the concrete needs time to set, then panels and gates follow β€” so a typical backyard fence is spread over a few days rather than done in one. Long runs, slopes and removals stretch that. We'll give you the expected schedule with the quote.

Ready to sort out your fence installation?

Tell us what your home needs β€” a small fix or a full project β€” and get a free quote.