Fence installation in Pottstown & the Perkiomen Valley
Wood, vinyl, aluminum, chain link and split rail fences for homes from Royersford and Gilbertsville up through Pennsburg and over to Boyertown, Douglassville and Birdsboro. We handle the township permit and the PA One Call request, then build it to last.
- Free on-site estimates and written quotes, with no dispatch fees
- We pull the township permit and file the PA One Call request
- 76-month workmanship warranty (76 Fence Platinum Protection Plan)
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Free on-site estimate and a written quote. No dispatch fees.
Fences for every yard in Pottstown & the Perkiomen Valley
Tell us what the fence needs to do, whether that's privacy, keeping a dog in, meeting pool code or passing a front-yard rule. We'll match the material and style to it.
Wood fences
Warm, classic and easy to customize. Cedar or pressure-treated pine in privacy, picket and horizontal styles.
From about $40/ft installed
Wood fences →
Vinyl fences
Low maintenance and clean-looking for decades. Privacy, semi-privacy and picket in several colors.
From about $45/ft installed
Vinyl fences →
Aluminum fences
Wrought-iron look, no rust. Ideal for pools, front yards and yards that slope.
From about $50/ft installed
Aluminum fences →
Chain link fences
The most affordable way to enclose a big yard or secure a property. Galvanized or black-coated.
From about $30/ft installed
Chain link fences →Composite fences
Wood looks with almost no upkeep. The premium privacy option.
From about $110/ft installed
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Split rail & farm fences
Rustic, open and affordable for long runs. Add welded wire to keep pets in.
From about $22/ft installed
Split rail fences →Pool fences
Barriers built to Pennsylvania pool code: at least 4 ft tall with self-closing, self-latching gates.
Pool fences →Fence repair
Leaning posts, sagging gates, storm damage and broken panels, on fences we built and fences we didn't.
Repairs →Commercial & HOA
Security fencing, dumpster enclosures and community fencing for businesses, HOAs and property managers.
Commercial →A fence company that knows the townships out here
Pottstown Fences is the local website of 76 Fence MontCo, an independently owned 76 Fence franchise. Our crews work the ZIP codes along the Schuylkill and Perkiomen corridors, from the boroughs of Pottstown, Royersford and Schwenksville to the larger lots of New Hanover, Upper Hanover, Douglass and Amity townships.
Out here, one street can fall under three different sets of rules. Pottstown Borough limits front-yard fences in its residential neighborhoods to 4 ft picket or masonry. New Hanover allows 4 ft in front and 6 ft behind the house. Amity and Douglass (Berks) only allow chain link when it’s screened with plantings. We check the code for your address before we draw up your quote, not after.
See fence rules by townshipRoom to roam
Split rail with welded-wire backing and 5 ft aluminum keep dogs in on the bigger lots around Gilbertsville, Barto and Oley without walling off the view.
Rolling yards
Plenty of yards in the Perkiomen Valley slope. We rack aluminum and chain link to follow the grade and step privacy panels so gaps stay small.
Borough lots
In Pottstown, Royersford and Boyertown boroughs, lots are narrow and front-yard rules are strict, so we design around them from the first sketch.
Fences we build
Privacy, pool, pet and front-yard fences, plus plenty of replacements. These photos are from 76 Fence installations; ask to see recent MontCo work near you when we come out.
From first call to final walkthrough
Free on-site estimate
We measure, mark gates and grade changes, and talk through materials. You get a written quote.
Permit & paperwork
We prepare and submit the township application and keep you posted until it's approved.
PA One Call
We file the 811 request 3–10 business days before digging, as Pennsylvania law requires.
Installation
Posts set in concrete below frost depth. Most residential fences take one to three days on site.
Walkthrough & warranty
We walk the line with you, clean up, and register your 76-month workmanship warranty.
Fence rules in Pottstown-area townships
Height limits and front-yard rules shape which fence you can build. Here are a few we deal with most, and the full list is here.
Pottstown Borough
- Permit
- Yes. A zoning permit is required to install a fence. Township permit page
- Front yard
- In the borough’s residential neighborhoods, up to 4 ft, picket style or brick/stone.
- Side & rear
- Up to 6 ft on interior side and rear lines; 4 ft where a side or rear yard is next to a street.
- Finished side faces out.
- Nothing in the right-of-way; keep sight distance clear.
- A pool area must be enclosed by a fence or wall.
Source: Zoning §27-317 / §27-331 · checked September 2026. Codes change, so we confirm with the township before every install.
New Hanover Township
- Permit
- Township FAQ (not re-verified Oct 2026): a permit is needed, replacing boards without new posts is exempt, and pool fences also need a building permit. We confirm with the township. Township permit page
- Front yard
- Up to 4 ft.
- Side & rear
- Up to 6 ft.
- Nothing inside the ultimate right-of-way.
- Clear sight triangle: 25 ft, or 50 ft on collector and arterial roads.
Source: Zoning §27-1909 · checked September 2026. Codes change, so we confirm with the township before every install.
Amity Township
- Permit
- Yes, a zoning permit. Township permit page
- Front yard
- Up to 4 ft.
- Side & rear
- Up to 6 ft.
- Chain link must be screened from neighbors with a planted buffer.
- Pool fences at least 4 ft with gaps no more than 2 in.
Source: Zoning §32-916 · checked September 2026. Codes change, so we confirm with the township before every install.
Where we build
We serve these 27 ZIP codes and nothing beyond them, so the crew that quotes your fence is the crew that builds it.
What does a fence cost here?
Price depends on material, height, footage, gates and how much of the yard slopes. Our fence cost guide breaks it down and shows how permit fees work in local townships.
| Material | Installed, per foot |
|---|---|
| Chain link (4 ft, galvanized or black vinyl-coated) | $30–$45 |
| Split rail (3-rail wood) | $22–$35 |
| Pressure-treated pine privacy (6 ft) | $40–$65 |
| Cedar privacy (6 ft) | $45–$70 |
| Vinyl privacy (6 ft) | $45–$75 |
Local crew, national standards
76 Fence MontCo is an independently owned franchise of 76 Fence. You work with a local owner and crew, backed by the brand's installation standards and its 76-month Platinum Protection Plan. 76 Fence has been featured on HGTV's Worst Yard on the Block.
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We'd rather you hear it from our customers than from us.
Ask us for references from Pottstown-area customers when we quote.
Answers for Pottstown-area homeowners
How tall can a fence be in Boyertown, Colebrookdale or Pike?
Boyertown, Colebrookdale and Pike share one zoning ordinance: 4 ft open fences in front yards, 6.5 ft elsewhere, and a 2 ft setback in Colebrookdale.
Read the answer →Can I build an 8-foot deer fence in West Pottsgrove?
West Pottsgrove's fence ordinance allows deer fencing up to 8 ft, above its usual 6 ft limit. Where it can go, what the front yard allows, and permits.
Read the answer →Can I put a 6-foot privacy fence in my front yard in Pottstown?
Pottstown Borough caps front-yard fences at 4 ft and requires a picket look or masonry. Where a 6 ft privacy fence can go instead, and corner-lot rules.
Read the answer →How close to the corner can my fence go in New Hanover Township?
New Hanover keeps a 25 ft clear-sight triangle at corners (50 ft on collector and arterial roads), clear from 2 ft to 7 ft. How to measure it on your lot.
Read the answer →Do I have to plant shrubs along a chain link fence in Amity Township?
Amity Township, Berks County permits chain link only if a high-intensity buffer planting screens it from neighbors. Front yards cap at 4 ft.
Read the answer →Do I need a permit for a fence in Pottstown Borough?
Yes. Pottstown Borough's zoning code names fences among structures that need a zoning permit. What the application asks for and what the borough checks.
Read the answer →The weirdest things we know about fences
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Read more →Common questions
Do you offer free estimates?
Yes. We come out, measure, mark gates and grade changes, talk through materials and township rules, and send a written quote. There’s no charge and no dispatch fee.
Do I need a permit for a fence in Pennsylvania?
Usually a local one. Pennsylvania’s Uniform Construction Code generally exempts fences 6 ft tall and under from a state building permit, but most townships and boroughs still require a zoning permit and set their own height, setback and front-yard rules. We prepare and submit the application and follow it through approval. See PA fence permits.
Do you call PA One Call before digging?
Yes. Pennsylvania law requires an 811 request at least 3 and no more than 10 business days before excavation, and that includes fence post holes. Utilities mark their public lines, but private lines usually aren’t marked: invisible dog fences, sprinklers, lines to sheds, pools or lamp posts, and septic. Please show us where yours run.
How long does installation take?
Most residential fences take one to three days on site. The bigger variable is the permit: review times differ by township, and we’ll tell you what to expect for yours when we quote.
What warranty do you offer?
Every installation includes the 76 Fence Platinum Protection Plan, a 76-month workmanship warranty. Materials also carry manufacturer warranties, which vary by product. We’ll show you the written warranty for what you choose.
Are you a registered Pennsylvania contractor?
Yes. 76 Fence MontCo is registered with the Pennsylvania Attorney General under the Home Improvement Consumer Protection Act; registration T002924 (temporary). You can look up any contractor at hic.attorneygeneral.gov.