A company usually visits to measure and talk through style and gates. Ask for the estimate in writing.
If your city requires a permit, approval can take time. Utility lines should be marked before digging.
Install dates depend on the contractor's backlog and the weather. Ask for a start window and what happens if rain delays the work.
Walk the fence line with the installer, check gates and latches, and confirm cleanup before you pay the final amount.
General information only, not professional advice. Harbor Fence Quotes is a free quote-request service, not a fence contractor. Last updated October 13, 2026.