Fence Installation in Ipswich, MA

AB Mendez Masonry & Landscaping has installed fences across Ipswich, MA for over a decade. Whether you need a 6-foot cedar privacy fence for the backyard, a 4-foot picket fence for the front yard, or a pool-code-compliant aluminum picket fence (per Massachusetts 248 CMR 6.00), we handle the entire project: permits, Dig Safe filing, frost-rated post setting, and install.

Fence installation options in Ipswich, MA

• Cedar privacy fence — $25–$45/linear foot installed in Ipswich. Natural look, ages to silver-gray. 15–25 year life with sealing. Most common residential choice.
• Vinyl (PVC) fence — $35–$60/linear foot. Zero maintenance. 25–30 year warranty.
• Aluminum picket fence — $30–$55/linear foot. Powder-coated, won't rust. Best for pool enclosures and decorative front yards.
• Chain-link fence — $15–$28/linear foot. Most economical. Galvanized or vinyl-coated.
• Pressure-treated wood — $20–$35/linear foot. Most economical wood option.
• Pool fencing (per MA code 248 CMR 6.00) — 48-inch minimum, no climbable horizontals, self-closing self-latching gate.

Massachusetts fence code & Ipswich permits

• Frost-depth post setting — 48 inches minimum in Essex County. 12-inch concrete sonotubes or 6-inch poured concrete.
• Ipswich property-line setbacks — vary by town. We verify with the Ipswich building department before any post hole is dug.
• Pool fencing (248 CMR 6.00) — 48″ minimum height, no climbable horizontals between 0″ and 45″, picket spacing <4″, self-closing self-latching gate.
• Dig Safe (811) — required call before any post-hole excavation in Ipswich. Free, 72-hour notice. We file every job.
• Ipswich building permit — typically required for fences over 6 feet, or fences in front yards. We pull as needed.

Our fence installation process

1. Free on-site estimate — we measure the Ipswich fence line, identify slope changes. Quote within 24 hours.
2. Property-line verification — we'll review your plot plan or recommend a survey if lines aren't clear.
3. Permits + Dig Safe — pulled and filed at no markup (Ipswich permit fees passed through at cost).
4. Post setting — auger 12″ holes to 48″ depth in Ipswich soil. Set posts plumb, pour concrete, allow to set 24 hours.
5. Panel install — pickets, rails, or panels attached to posts. Cedar built on-site board-by-board; vinyl & aluminum installed as pre-fab panels.
6. Gate + hardware — hung level. Self-closing self-latching on pool gates per MA code.
7. Final inspection — Ipswich inspector signs off on permitted jobs.

Why Ipswich homeowners choose AB Mendez for fencing

• Massachusetts HIC license, fully insured MA & NH
• Pool-code compliant installs — we know 248 CMR 6.00 by heart
• 48-inch frost-rated post footings every time — no heave by year 3
• Dig Safe filed and town permits pulled as part of the job
• Property-line verification before any hole gets dug
• Most quotes returned within 24 hours

Frequently asked questions

How much does fence installation cost in Ipswich, MA?

A typical 150-linear-foot backyard cedar privacy fence in Ipswich in 2026 runs $4,500–$7,500. Vinyl runs $5,250–$9,000. Aluminum picket $4,500–$8,250. Chain-link $2,250–$4,200. Gates add $200–$600 each.

Do I need a permit to install a fence in Ipswich?

Most Ipswich fence projects over 6 feet or in front yards require a building permit. Pool fences always require a permit. Backyard fences under 6 feet often don't — we verify with the Ipswich building department on every job and pull the permit when required.

What does a pool fence have to look like in Ipswich, MA?

Per MA code 248 CMR 6.00: 48 inches tall minimum, no climbable horizontals between 0 and 45 inches, picket spacing under 4 inches, self-closing self-latching gate opening AWAY from pool, latch at least 54 inches from ground. Aluminum picket and vinyl picket meet code; chain-link does not.

How long does fence installation take?

Standard 150 linear foot residential fence: 2–4 days on site once posts are set and cured. Add 1–3 weeks for permit processing in Ipswich before any work starts.