Fence Company in Tenafly, NJ

Start your Tenafly fence installation with your goals, a recent property survey and a few photos of the areas you want to enclose. Discuss the fence line, each gate opening, slope changes, access from the driveway and clearance for yard equipment. We will review your material and style choices, proposed layout and written estimate together.

Tenafly fence permits: prepare the survey first

Tenafly’s Building & Zoning FAQ says a permit is required to install or replace a fence. The application must include your property survey with the proposed fence location highlighted. The borough currently lists a $25 fence application fee, payable by check to the Borough of Tenafly. Confirm current instructions with the department before submitting.

Use the borough’s official fence permit FAQ and Tenafly Building Department to confirm what applies to your property. The department is at 100 Riveredge Road; its published phone number is 201-568-6100, extension 5505. Sources checked October 13, 2026.

Questions to ask before choosing your fence

Which material fits a privacy project?

Compare the amount of screening you want, the appearance from both sides and your maintenance preferences. Vinyl offers solid-panel options; wood provides a natural finish. An open aluminum design keeps more of the view. Explore the material pages above, then review the permitted height and location for your exact lot.

What if the fence surrounds a swimming pool?

Tell us and the Building Department that it is a pool barrier. Confirm the required approvals, barrier layout, gates and hardware together. Do not assume a fence style or an existing pool plan settles every requirement. See our pool fence installation options.

How much does fence installation in Tenafly cost?

The estimate depends on material, height, total footage, gates, removal and site access. A short fence with several gates can cost differently from a longer straight run. Send your survey and project photos for a written estimate based on your layout, rather than relying on a generic price per foot.

What should I send for an estimate?

Share your Tenafly address, survey if available, photos, desired material, approximate footage, gates and timing. You can attach photos and documents through our estimate request page. For nearby work, see our existing Tenafly, Cresskill and Demarest fence services page.

From Tico’s firsthand experience, aluminum and vinyl hold up best through New Jersey winters. We have seen panels break when snow-removal companies pile snow against them. Ask your snow contractor to keep piles away from the fence.

Plan your Tenafly fence with Tico — a clear estimate, material choices and a layout reviewed for your property.