Fence company in Charleston, SC
Charleston Fence Pros
Free quotes on wood privacy fences, picket fronts, iron gates and chain link, from West Ashley and James Island to the peninsula and Daniel Island. Call or send a few details about the yard, and you'll hear back to set up a visit.
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- Free, no-obligation quotes
- New fences, gates and repairs
- Wood, vinyl, iron, chain link
Fences and gates for Charleston homes
From a cedar privacy fence in West Ashley to a low iron fence on a peninsula single house, these are the kinds of jobs quoted here.
- 01Wood privacy fencesBackyard screens, dog runs and shadowbox fences that look good from both sides.
- 02Vinyl fencesPrivacy panels and white picket that never need paint in the humidity.
- 03Iron and aluminum fencesOrnamental fencing and gates in the city's best-known tradition, or low-upkeep aluminum.
- 04Chain link fencesPractical fencing for side yards, pets and back lot lines.
- 05Gates and fence repairSagging gates, rusted hinges, storm-damaged sections and leaning posts.
How a Charleston fence permit comes together
The City of Charleston answers "what steps are required to build a fence at my house?" with a short list. Put it together before you ask for a final price, because the plat in particular shapes where the fence can go.
Two things catch people out. First, the Board of Architectural Review: if the lot falls inside its purview, the fence needs a BAR application on top of the permit, and the board looks at design, not just placement. Second, drainage easements, which run along a lot of back property lines. A fence across one needs the city's separate encroachment approval. The permit guide and the easements page go step by step.
A city that takes its ironwork seriously
Charleston created its Board of Architectural Review in 1931 to watch over the historic district, and iron gates by blacksmith Philip Simmons can be found throughout the city. Simmons, who worked iron for 78 years, made more than 500 pieces, including gates, fences, balconies and window grilles; five of his gates line Stolls Alley.
If you want an iron or aluminum fence that fits that setting, the ironwork guide covers where to look for inspiration and how BAR review fits in.
Charleston by the numbers
- residents, July 2025 estimate
- 159,423
- of homes owner-occupied (2020-2024)
- 55.6%
- median owner-occupied home value
- $509,700
- average yearly rain at the airport
- 52.51 in
Charleston is a big city spread across a peninsula and several islands, with 114.76 square miles of land according to the Census Bureau. Summer is the wettest season, and nearly half the year's rain falls from June through September. That's part of why drainage easements and post rot come up so often in fencing conversations here.
Published price ranges
| Material | Per linear foot (national) |
|---|---|
| Chain link | $8 to $40 |
| Wood | $10 to $45 |
| Vinyl | $15 to $40 |
| Aluminum | $17 to $90 |
| Wrought iron | $25 to $55 |
See what a fence costs for gates, tear-out and a worked example.
Sources
- U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts: Charleston city, South Carolina (V2025; ACS 2020-2024)
- Wikipedia: Charleston, South Carolina
- Wikipedia: Architecture of Charleston, South Carolina
- Wikipedia: Philip Simmons
- City of Charleston FAQ: What steps are required to build a fence at my house?
- Angi: How Much Does Fence Installation Cost? (national survey data, checked November 2026)
Sources checked November 10, 2026. Permit steps and price surveys change; follow the link for the current version.
Charleston fence questions
Does a fence need a permit in the City of Charleston?
The city's own FAQ treats a fence as permitted work: you submit a building permit application with a property plat, any HOA approval, and a Board of Architectural Review application if the lot is inside BAR purview. See fence permits in Charleston.
How do I know if my house is under the BAR?
The city publishes a historic districts purview map that shows which properties fall under the board. Look up your address on it before planning the fence.
Can a fence go in a drainage easement?
Only through the city's encroachment process: an application, the zoning-approved plat and a $25 fee, with up to four weeks to process. More on the easements page.
What does it cost to ask for a quote?
Nothing. A call or the form is free.
Request a fence quote in Charleston
Give us a call or send the form. You'll hear back to schedule a visit, measure the run and go over the permit steps for your lot.
- Describe the fenceMaterial, height, rough footage, gates.
- Visit and measureA look at the lot lines, easements and any BAR concerns.
- Written quoteYours to compare, with no obligation.