Best Fence Companies in Des Moines, IA

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Fence Installation Costs in Des Moines

Here's what fence installation typically starts at in the Des Moines area, by material. Use these numbers to sanity-check quotes — not to replace them.

Estimates are regional starting points, not quotes. Final pricing in Des Moines varies with your lot, fence height, gate count, and material grade — get quotes from local companies for real numbers.

Popular fence types in Des Moines

Fence companies serving Des Moines commonly install:

• Wood Fences
• Chain Link
• Vinyl / PVC
• Aluminum
• Wrought Iron
• Farm & Ranch
• Commercial
• Gates & Operators
• Pool Fencing
• Fence Repair

FAQs about fence companies in Des Moines

How much does a fence cost in Des Moines?

Most Des Moines homeowners see wood (cedar) fencing start around $28 per linear foot installed, with chain link starting lower and composite or wrought iron costing more. That puts a typical 150-foot backyard project starting near $4,200 for wood. Your final price depends on height, terrain, gates, and material grade, so it pays to compare local quotes.

Do I need a permit to build a fence in Des Moines?

Many cities require a permit for fences above a certain height, and Des Moines may have its own height and setback rules for front and back yards. Check with the Des Moines permitting office before you build — your installer can usually handle the paperwork for you.

How do I choose a fence company in Des Moines?

Get at least three written quotes from Des Moines installers and compare what each includes — post depth, concrete, hardware, and cleanup are where bids differ most. Check Google reviews and ask for proof of liability insurance and any license Iowa or the city requires. A company that answers questions clearly and puts its warranty in writing is usually the safer pick.

How long does fence installation take?

Most residential fences go up in one to three days once materials are on site. The longer wait is usually before the crew arrives — quotes, permits, and material lead times can add one to four weeks, so plan ahead if you have a deadline like a new pool or a puppy.

Are the companies on Fence Certified vetted?

We list established fence companies serving Des Moines and show their real Google ratings and review counts so you can judge their track record at a glance. We are a directory, not a contractor, so we still recommend verifying licensing and insurance directly before signing. Featured placement never changes a company's rating.

Hiring a fence company in Des Moines: what to know

Getting and comparing quotes

Get three quotes minimum, and make sure each one itemizes materials, post depth and concrete, gates, haul-away, and the timeline. In Des Moines, the cheapest bid often skips something — usually shallower posts or thinner pickets — so compare line by line, not just the bottom number.

Licensing & insurance questions to ask

Ask every Des Moines installer for a certificate of general liability insurance and, if they have employees, workers' comp — a legitimate company will send both without hesitation. Requirements vary across Iowa, so also ask whether the city requires a contractor registration and who is pulling any permit: you or them.

What affects your price

Beyond material choice, the big cost drivers are linear footage, fence height, the number of gates, and site conditions — slopes, rocky soil, tree roots, and tear-out of an old fence all add labor. Corner lots and long street-facing runs in Des Moines can also trigger stricter height rules, which changes the design and the bid.

DIY vs hiring a pro

DIY can save roughly a third on a straightforward wood or chain-link run if you own the tools and can set posts plumb in concrete. Hire a pro for anything involving permits, property-line questions, slopes, or automated gates — mistakes there cost more to redo than the labor you saved, and a good Des Moines installer warranties the work.

Fence Companies Near Des Moines

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• Davenport (1)
• Iowa City (1)

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