Fence Company in Salinas, CA
New fences, replacements and gates for Salinas Valley homes, businesses and farms — redwood, vinyl, chain-link, ornamental iron and ranch fencing, built straight and set to last in coastal wind.
- Wood · vinyl · iron · chain-link
- Ranch & ag fencing
- Gates & openers
- Free measure & quote
A better fence, from the posts up
A fence is only as good as its posts. Every line starts with a careful layout, the right post depth for height and wind, and concrete footings — then the boards, panels or pickets you choose.
- Redwood and cedar privacy fences, board-on-board and lattice tops
- Vinyl privacy, semi-privacy and picket fences
- Galvanized and vinyl-coated chain-link
- Ornamental steel, aluminum and wrought-iron-style fencing
- Ranch, pasture and agricultural fencing on acreage
- Walk gates, double drive gates and automatic openers
- Old fence tear-out and haul-away; repairs and post replacement
Every fence style Salinas homes and ranches need
From a redwood privacy fence in a Salinas backyard to miles of pasture fence in the valley — pick a material, then we size it to your property.
Wood & redwood privacy
Redwood and cedar boards, board-on-board and lattice tops — the classic Salinas backyard fence.
Modern horizontal
Clean horizontal slats in wood or composite for a contemporary look.
Vinyl (PVC)
Privacy, picket and semi-privacy panels that never need paint and shrug off coastal fog.
Chain-link
Galvanized or vinyl-coated chain-link for yards, dogs, lots and commercial sites.
Ornamental iron & steel
Wrought-iron-look steel and aluminum fences for front yards, pools and estates.
Ranch & agricultural
Post-and-rail, field fence, barbed and high-tensile wire for acreage and livestock.
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Free, no-obligation quotes for fences and gates in Salinas and Monterey County.
From measuring to the last gate latch
Every fence job follows the same sequence. Knowing it helps you plan the budget, the timing and the conversation with your neighbor.
Site visit & measuring
We walk the line with you, measure linear footage, note slopes, gates and access, and talk through materials and height.
Property line & rules
Confirm where the line is, check height limits for your city or the county, and plan neighbor notice for a shared boundary fence (Civil Code §841).
Written estimate
A clear price per section: posts, panels or boards, gates, hardware, removal of the old fence and haul-away.
Utility locate
811 / DigAlert marks buried lines before any post hole is dug.
Old fence removal
The old fence comes down and is hauled away, and the line is cleared.
Posts & footings
Posts are set plumb in concrete footings at the right depth for height, wind and soil.
Panels, rails & gates
Boards, panels, mesh or pickets go up, gates are hung on heavy-duty hinges and latches are adjusted.
Walk-through
Final check of lines, gates and cleanup with you before the job is closed out.
Built from materials made for the Central Coast
Rot-resistant redwood, maintenance-free vinyl, powder-coated metal and heavy-duty gate hardware — chosen for fog, salt air and valley wind.
What does a fence cost in Salinas?
Published national guides put most fences between about $20 and $60 per linear foot installed, or $4,000–$12,000 for a typical yard (HomeGuide — fence cost).
- Wood: ~$15–$50 per foot
- Vinyl: ~$30–$60 per foot
- Chain-link: ~$10–$40 per foot
- Wrought iron: ~$50–$85 per foot
Salinas fence rules in plain English
The City of Salinas ordinance booklet limits front and side-yard fences to three feet and rear-yard fences generally to six feet; no fence may exceed eight feet without city approval.
- Fences up to 7 ft are generally exempt from a building permit under the California Residential Code — zoning limits still apply
- Shared boundary fence: 30 days' written notice to your neighbor (California Civil Code §841)
- Call 811 before digging post holes (DigAlert (call 811))
- Unincorporated areas like Prunedale follow County of Monterey — HCD permits rules
Fencing for the Salad Bowl of the World
From Chualar to Prunedale, Salinas Valley acreage needs fence that holds livestock, keeps deer out of gardens and orchards, and marks long property lines.
- Barbed, field-fence and high-tensile wire
- Wood post-and-rail and split rail
- Pipe and steel corral-style runs
- Wide farm and equipment gates
Homes, farms and commercial lots
Residential backyards in Salinas and Marina, coastal lots in Seaside and Monterey, commercial yards along Highway 101 and farmland across the valley.
Get your fence quote this week
Tell us the length, the material and your timing — we follow up fast.
Fence questions, answered
How much does a fence cost in Salinas?
National cost guides put most fence projects at about $20–$60 per linear foot, or $4,000–$12,000 for a typical yard (HomeGuide — fence cost). Wood runs about $15–$50 per foot, vinyl $30–$60 and chain-link $10–$40 (HomeGuide — chain-link vs. wood fence cost, HomeGuide — vinyl fence cost, HomeGuide — chain-link fence cost). California labor and materials often land toward the upper half. A free measure gives you a real number for your line.
How tall can my fence be in Salinas?
The City of Salinas ordinance booklet says front and side-yard fences are limited to three feet and rear-yard fences are generally six feet, and no fence may exceed eight feet without city approval. Corner lots and driveways have visibility rules. Other cities set their own limits — the City of Monterey fence standards, for example, cap most fences at six feet. Check with the City of Salinas Permit Center before you build.
Do I need a permit for a fence?
Under the California Residential Code, fences up to 7 feet tall are generally exempt from a building permit, but zoning height limits still apply. Fences taller than 7 feet, masonry walls and fences on retaining walls usually need a permit and plan review. Pool enclosures have their own safety rules.
Does my neighbor have to pay for half of the fence?
California's "good neighbor fence" law presumes adjoining owners share an equal benefit from a boundary fence and share reasonable costs, and it requires 30 days' written notice before work on a shared fence (California Civil Code §841). Many neighbors simply agree in writing on the design and split.
Which fence material lasts best in Salinas weather?
Salinas sees cool marine fog, afternoon wind and dry summers. Redwood and cedar resist rot naturally and age to a silver-grey; vinyl and powder-coated aluminum need almost no upkeep; galvanized hardware and concrete-set posts keep any fence straight in the wind.
How long does fence installation take?
Most residential fences of 100–200 feet are built in one to three days once materials are on site. Ranch and agricultural lines, long gate runs and custom iron take longer. Allow time beforehand for measuring, neighbor notice and the 811 utility locate.
Do you install gates and automatic openers?
Yes — walk gates, double drive gates, sliding and swing driveway gates, and automatic openers with keypads or remotes, in wood, vinyl, chain-link or iron to match the fence.
How do I check a fence contractor's license?
In California, fence work over $1,000 needs a licensed contractor (the C-13 Fencing classification covers it). Look up any license number with the CSLB — check a license tool before you sign.
Get your free fence quote in Salinas & Monterey County
Tell us about your property and the fence you have in mind. We follow up to talk through materials, height, gates and a realistic price for your line.
- Share the basics — fence type, length, height, gates.
- Get a call back to talk through your project.
- Get a written estimate after a free measure.