Superior Fence & Rail of Delaware Valley
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21+ years online4.9
Fencing & Gate Installation in Dover, DE
Compare 25 fencing & gate installation contractors near you in Dover and surrounding area with an average rating of 4.8/5. Get free quotes, read reviews, and find the right pro for your project.
Last updated March 22, 2026
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superiorfenceandrail.com/delaware-valley
Ashley Fence LLC
Verified Pro
8+ years online4.8
H&H Builders, Inc.
Verified Pro
~12 years online4.8
Pro-Cut Tree
Verified Pro
13½+ years online4.8(76)
JS Homes at Hidden Brook
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13½+ years online4.2
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5.06½+ years onlineG & P Contractor LLC
5.03+ years onlineGrasso Fence Co
5.0JG Kitchen, Bath and decking
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4.910½+ years onlineABC Inc Fencing
4.814½+ years onlineForrest Fence & Forrest Outdoor Living
4.817+ years onlineThe Fence Authority
4.626½+ years onlineLeading Edge Fence & Gates
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Fencing & Gate Installation in Dover, DE
Dover fence installers in this directory cover central Dover, the surrounding Kent County communities, and Smyrna. Six-foot pressure-treated board-on-board fencing runs $32-$48 per linear foot. Cedar privacy fencing with steel posts runs $42-$58/lf. Black aluminum pool-code fencing runs $48-$72/lf installed with self-closing gates that meet Delaware pool enclosure rules.
Delaware's coastal proximity (Dover is 30 miles from Delaware Bay) means salt-air influence on fasteners — specify hot-dip galvanized or stainless hardware. Frost depth is roughly 30 inches; most reputable installers go to 36 inches with a gravel drainage base under each post.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Do I need a permit for a Dover fence?
- Standard residential fences under 6 feet generally don't need a building permit in Dover, but pool enclosures do. Setbacks, corner-visibility triangles, and HOA covenants apply. Always check with the City of Dover or Kent County for your specific lot.
- How deep should fence posts be in Dover?
- Below the 30-inch frost line — most reputable installers go to 36 inches with concrete-set 4x4 cedar or galvanized steel posts. A gravel drainage base under each post extends life by 5-8 years.
- What's the typical fence lifespan in Dover?
- Pressure-treated pine: 12-18 years. Cedar: 18-25 years. Vinyl: 25-35 years. Aluminum: 40+ years. Hot-dip galvanized hardware on any wood fence extends life by 5-8 years over standard zinc-plated screws and brackets.
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