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Fence or deck costs in Huntsville

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Huntsville

What it usually costs

  • Build a wood fence$20 – $39 per linear foot
  • Build a vinyl or metal fence$14 – $56 per linear foot
  • Build a chain-link fence$9.31 – $37 per linear foot
  • Build a wood deck$14 – $47 per sq ft
  • Build a composite deck$35 – $73 per sq ft

A ballpark, not a quote. Some of these are national averages adjusted for Huntsville prices, so your job could land outside them.

Fence or deck in Huntsville

In Huntsville, a fence needs no permit. The city's inspection FAQ says so plainly, and it lists fencing alongside painting and floor coverings as work that's exempt. The exception is the Huntsville Historic District, where a fence needs approval from the Huntsville Historic Preservation Commission first.

Decks are different. The city requires a building permit whenever structural work is involved, in any amount. A deck's posts, beams and footings are structural work, so even a small one belongs on a permit.

The heat here is hard on a deck surface. Huntsville's airport averages about 62 days a year at 90 degrees or hotter.

Who you hire matters as much as the permit. If you pay someone to do contractor or subcontractor work, the city requires them to be licensed with its Inspection Department. Subcontractors are only licensed for certain kinds of work. Before you sign with anyone, call the department and ask whether that contractor is licensed for the job you want done.

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Questions homeowners ask

How accurate is a photo estimate?
It’s a ballpark, not a quote. A photo tells us a lot about the material and size, but a local pro who walks the yard will always be more precise. Use our number as the range to expect before you start calling around.
How is a fence priced versus a deck?
Fences are usually priced by the foot and decks by the square foot. We’ll ask one quick question to tell which you’re after, then size it from your photo and your answers.
Which materials can you estimate?
Wood, vinyl, chain-link and metal for fences; pressure-treated wood and composite for decks. Material is the single biggest price swing, so it’s worth picking the one you want.
Is this really free?
Yes. No signup, no credit card, no spam. We only make money if you choose to connect with a local pro — and that’s up to you.
What photo works best?
A wide shot of where the fence or deck will go — or of the old one you’re replacing — works best.

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