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Jershon worked incredibly hard to fix my picket fence. It is now straight. I am happy with the result.

I need my picket fence fixed.

$1,000

Stuart did a wonderful job on installing a new picket fence for our place before sale. It was a tight timeframe and he was there within the week, including sourcing materials and completed the job in 3 days. We are very happy with the result, it looks fantastic!

Install Picket Fence (12m)

$2,000

Good bloke mate. took good care while executing the work.

Letter box installed on a new picket fence

$80

Jae was great, kept me informed the entire way through the project and the fence looks great. Highly recommend him and will be using him for other projects coming up

Picket fence and swinging gate installation

$5,000

David was great to deal with. Excellent Job! Highly Recommended!

Repair Picket Fence

$200

Really happy with the job Jershon completed for us. He is very accomodating and went above and beyond to finish the project to satisfaction. He is a problem solver and was able to find some clever solutions for our needs without spending extra money. Will definitely recommend him to family and friends. Thanks Jershon for your hard work 🙏🏼😊

Fix my picket fence!

$600

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$300

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$625

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If you’d like your vision of a nice picket fence around your property to happen without the hassle of finding a nearby installer who’s within your budget, put in a request via Airtasker. Our platform helps you find picket fencing installation near you within minutes! Plus, you can dictate the budget and read dozens of customer reviews before you book.

First, select the “Post a task” button and fill out the task post. Indicate your location, budget, and any details about the picket fence you want installed. This includes the estimated length, colour, and material. Then, select “Get quotes” and wait for offers to flood your screen. From here, you can read customer reviews and find a Tasker who best fits your needs.

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Top Picket Fencing related questions

The standard spacing between pickets on a picket fence is 6.35 cm (2.5 inches). Meanwhile, fence posts can be spaced up to 2.4 meters (8 feet) apart. To properly install your picket fence, consider booking a local picket fence installation service near you. Need to upgrade your home security? You can find an outdoor lighting installation expert through our platform.

To make a picket fence, you'll need safety equipment, string, stakes, a post hole digger or auger, tape measure, fence panels, a post level, and gravel. You can purchase these materials at your local hardware or have a fence installer near you do the shopping and installation. To start finding a fencing specialist near you, tap the “Post a task” button on this page.

To install a picket or lollipop fencing, determine the post height, then dig the holes. Next, place the first fence post and add the concrete mix. Once the concrete is cured, install the fence stringers at the bottom, middle, and top of the first post. Finally, install the fence pickets. If this is a wooden picket fence, you'll also want to apply exterior stain and sealer to improve the look of your fence and protect it from the elements. 

It usually only takes 1-3 days to install a picket fence, though, of course, the specifics of a job can affect this range. To get a more accurate quote for your picket fencing request, we recommend including the length of your desired fence in the task post. If you’re working on a tight deadline, the Tasker may also bring in extra manpower to finish the job on time. 

Yes, you’ll need to provide the materials for installing your picket fence. You can purchase these beforehand or ask the picket fence installer to buy them on your behalf. The budget in the task post is just for labour, not for the materials. On the other hand, upon agreement, your Tasker can provide the tools for installing your fence, such as the level and auger (post hole digger).

A picket fence installer may not necessarily be able to do these tasks, but you can also use Airtasker to find a local carpenterbook a handyman, or consult with a home security system specialist. Just like booking a fencing specialist, all you need to do is fill out the task post with the details of your request. Within minutes, you’ll get offers from local experts who can put up your tool shed or home security system! 

What do picket fencing services include?

Picket fencing installation services generally include the entire process, from marking the fenced area to hanging up the gate. This covers bringing the necessary tools for the job. 

Some Taskers may offer related services, such as purchasing the materials from the hardware store on your behalf, talking with utility companies to make sure they don’t hit your water or power lines, and even processing the building permits. When it comes to the actual installation process, this is how it will usually go for each project:

Digging the post holes

Once utility lines have been marked, and the property line has been defined, your Tasker digs a 25 cm (10 inch) diameter hole with a shovel. They'll dig as deeply as possible without hitting any wires, pipes, or lines. After they hit around 81 cm (32 inches), they'll start setting the first post. 

Next, the fence installer adds 20 cm (8 inches) of soil and ensures the post is level. They'll pack the bottom of the post with soil using a tamping bar and then add 20 cm more soil. They'll do this until the entire hole is filled, making sure that the post stays level. Finally, the fence installer uses a mason's line to measure and position the corners of the fence. 

Setting the post holes

Your Tasker then slides the panel's rales into the first post's mortises, adjusting until the top rail is level. If the post has no mortises, the installer props the panel up so that the bottom is 5 to 12 centimetres off the ground and the top rail is level. They'll check if each side is level, then screw the rails to the post.  

Your fence installer proceeds to check the gaps between pickets and between a picket and post. Next, they'll fill in the post holes and ensure that each part is level and plumb. Finally, they'll secure the rail with screws. Afterwards, they'll repeat this step until all the fence panels have been secured. 

Setting up the gate

The first gate post is installed pretty much like the first fence post. Your Tasker then measures the gate's width, adds around 4 cm, then digs the hole for the second gate post. Just like with the fence posts, they'll fill the hole, tamp it with soil, then check that the post is level and plumb. 

Picket panel installation

After this, they'll install the fence panel on the side of the second gate post to stabilise it. Then, the installer uses wedges to level the gate. After lining up the pickets and leaving a two-inch gap between the gate and post, they'll hang the gate and screw on the hinges. After checking the gate swing, they'll put on the latch and nail caps to the post tops. And that's it! You can now do a quality check on your new picket fence, then send the Tasker on their way.

Recent Picket Fencing tasks

Install/Build picket driveway gate

$600

Ringwood North VIC 3134, Australia

8th Jul 2026

I need a carpenter or similar to build a double swing gate with cladding as cypress pickets. I will have all materials on site (2 X steel gate frames, 2x cypress posts - one to be fixed to house and 1 to be concreted in, hinges, latch, concrete and around 35 pickets) A small extra 300-400mm section will need to be pickets to close between gate and side fence with some rails I guess. Each gate frame is 1500mm wide by 1800mm high.

Build a white picket fence

$2,000

Allambie Heights NSW 2100, Australia

8th Jul 2026

Build White Picket Fence We’re looking for an experienced carpenter or fencing contractor to build and install a new white picket fence at our home in Allambie Heights. Scope of work: * Supply all labour, fixings and installation. * Build and install approximately 39 metres of 1m high white picket fencing. * Install 2 gates: * 1 × 1.9m wide pedestrian gate. * 1 × 1.3m wide pedestrian gate. * Install all posts and concrete footings as required. * Follow the attached fence layout. * Fence includes two small angled sections. * Install a mailbox (mailbox supplied by us). * Ensure gates are level, latch correctly and open/close smoothly. * We will remove and dispose of any installation waste. * Please provide examples/photos of previous fencing work. Need someone to install and supply materials which I can pay for or order and pay invoices directly. Unsure how much this will cost so I’ve set the budget to 2k but I expect it to be more anyways.

Build 4m timber picket fence with gate

$2,750

Forest Lodge NSW 2037, Australia

7th Jul 2026

Looking for someone to supply and build a timber picket fence along the back end of our very narrow property, separating garden from laneway. Approx 4 metres long including gate, say 1 metre high. Style of pickets as per attached photo.

Fix timber picket fencing

$1,800

Brookfield QLD 4069, Australia

5th Jul 2026

Repair / Replace Timber Picket Fence – Approx. 8 Posts Description: Looking for an experienced fencing contractor or carpenter to repair an existing timber picket fence. The fence has leaning sections due to failed timber posts. The job will involve: * Remove and replace approximately 8 timber fence posts * Reinstall the existing fence where possible * Reuse existing pickets and rails wherever they are still in good condition * Replace any damaged rails only if required * Ensure the fence is straight, level and securely concreted into the ground * Dispose of any damaged materials (or stack neatly on site if preferred) The fence is approximately 15–20 metres long (please adjust if needed). I’m looking for someone who has done similar fencing work before. Please provide: * Your quote (labour + materials) * Estimated timeframe “Open to quotes. Preference is to repair the existing fence by replacing the posts and reusing as much of the existing timber as possible rather than replacing the entire fence.” I’ve attached photos of the existing fence for reference.

Remove and build new front picket and side fence with electric gate

$7,500

Mudgee NSW 2850, Australia

4th Jul 2026

New 32m x 1.5m high front and side picket fence with electric driveway gate

Build a picket fence and replace laserlite sheets (This weekend)

$65

Lane Cove NSW 2066, Australia

3rd Jul 2026

UPDATE: I need the fence work to start this weekend. Description: I’m looking for help with a few jobs around the house. To begin with, I need the following done: 1. Build a picket fence: 10.5 metres (6 posts), 65mm width x 900mm height with 25mm gaps 2. Build a paling fence: 5 metres (3 posts), 100mm width x 1m height, no overlap 3. Replace Laserlite sheets: 16 sqm approx. I’ll need someone with a ute to help pick up materials from Bunnings. There are a few additional tasks as well, but I can’t fully gauge the scope at this stage, so an hourly rate would likely work best. Timing: Fence work needs to start this weekend; the rest is flexible. You need to have a ute to help me purchase and bring supplies from Bunnings tomorrow morning or weekend. Please state if you can start this weekend and also your hourly rate. Thank you heaps.

Replace Picket fence posts and frame only

$10

Reservoir VIC 3073, Australia

3rd Jul 2026

I wanted to replace an existing picket fence with which measures 11 metres 200 long with 5 posts. The gate 3 metres 100 wide. I wanted to know how much it will cost for the frame and posts only

Picket fence installed and other small jobs

$600

Thornbury VIC 3071, Australia

1st Jul 2026

Replace metal fence with picket fence 5m x150cm with gate Fix two shelves to wall concealed fixings 2 x 60 cm Install Edwardian canopy above front window at front of house

Picket fencing install

$4,000

Winston Hills NSW 2153, Australia

30th Jun 2026

Looking at timber front fences, 1200 high. Side boundary is 10370, front boundary is 8350. No gates required. Old fence needs to be removed

Supply & Install White Picket Fence (Front of House)

$1,500

Werribee VIC 3030, Australia

28th Jun 2026

I’m looking for an experienced handyman or fencing contractor to supply and install a white picket fence at the front of my home in Werribee. Scope of work: * Supply and install a white picket fence across the front boundary (approximately 10–12 metres). * Height approximately 700–800 mm. * No gate required. * Leave the driveway completely open. * Install fence neatly and level along the existing front retaining wall. Additional work (please quote separately): * Paint or clad the existing front timber retaining wall white to match the fence. * Paint the front faces and exposed sides so everything has a seamless white finish. Please include in your quote: * Materials. * Labour. * Posts, concrete and fixings. * Waste removal and site clean-up. * Estimated completion time. * Photos of similar fencing projects. I’m open to either: * White painted timber picket fence, or * White PVC/vinyl picket fence (please specify which you’re quoting). Please provide your fixed price and earliest availability.

Steel Frame - Timber Picket Fence

$300

Fawkner VIC 3060, Australia

28th Jun 2026

I’m after a Steel Frame Timber Picket fence. Support are already there, all that is required is the panels. Panels are : Width 1350 each side Height 2050 All to be in white

Supply and install white picket fence

$1,200

Murdoch WA 6150, Australia

23rd Jun 2026

Supply and install white picket fence in aluminium or wood. 15m x 7m and a gate

Build a picket fence and replace laserlite sheets

$65

Lane Cove NSW 2066, Australia

21st Jun 2026

I’m looking for help with a few jobs around the house. To begin with, I need the following done: 1. Build a picket fence: 10.5 metres (6 posts), 65mm width x 900mm height with 25mm gaps 2. Build a paling fence: 5 metres (3 posts), 100mm width x 1m height, no overlap 3. Replace Laserlite sheets: 16 sqm approx. I’ll need someone with a ute to help pick up materials from Bunnings. There are a few additional tasks as well, but I can’t fully gauge the scope at this stage, so an hourly rate would likely work best....or give me a quote for each or all together please. I will assess and go with what works best. Timing: Fence work needed ASAP; the rest is flexible.

Fence pickets re attached

$250

Mount Eliza VIC, Australia

13th Apr 2026

I have a wood picket fence, I have removed the existing pickets and need them re attached with a fixing gun. They need to be less than 48mm apart to be compliant. Need someone with fixing gun to re attach the pickets. I have all the materials ready. I will be there to assist

Fantastic communication and workmanship. Completed the job quickly and to a high level of quality. Would utilize services again. Overall very professional and quality service.

Fix & align a falling picket fence gate, plus reattach 2x finials

$200

Balaclava VIC, Australia

19th Mar 2026

Picket fence gate has ‘slipped’ so it now hangs lower than the latch point. It’s not just the hinges but the structure of the gate that is in need of repair. The return spring to be replaced There are also 2 fence post finials that are loose to be repaired.

Great job on a tricky gate rebuild

10 Metres of Star picket/Dog wire Fence put up

$250

South Maclean QLD, Australia

11th Mar 2026

Roughly 10 metres of fencing to put up just 5 star pickets and wire not a big job at all. Just supply all materials (will cover cost plus job cost)

One Wooden fence picket to be replaced

$80

Prahran VIC, Australia

4th Mar 2026

Rotten and broken fence picket x 1 needs repainting and replacing

Daniel was prompt and reliable and did a good job . I will use him again.

Timber picket fence installer,

$10

Caulfield North VIC, Australia

17th Feb 2026

Money is for making cotact. No actual work reqired.. Need a timber picket fence installer. Preffered who know to drive forklift, and fabricate driveway gates. Can dress, shape, edge wooden posts (see post styles in photo). Run picketmachine We have a metal fabrication workshop. Looking for full time subcontracter Rate $45 + GST+ $5 into super. Essentially rate of $50 per hour ($45+$5) Role will be fence installation, working in the yard, driving forklift.

Great people skills and eye for detail

Finish picket fence

$150

Coburg VIC 3058, Australia

14th Feb 2026

I am attaching some pickets to an old steel gate. I have neither the time, patience or skill to get it right I do have is the pickets, self tapping screws washers for someone else to complete the job for me. It should be pretty straightforward for someone that can confidently drill pilot holes and accurately lineup the pickets across both gates

Top bloke, and great work – on a hot Sunday as well, couldn’t be happier.

Picket fence and gate repair

$500

Fairfield VIC, Australia

10th Feb 2026

We have a picket fence which is missing 1 picket and has some rotting cross pieces that needs repairing. The gate also needs repair as it doesn’t shut properly. The decorative knobs on the fence are rotted and also need replacing. I want repair only, not an entirely new fence

Great work on our picket fence and gate repair - super punctual, helpful, quick and very practical approach. Really appreciated his great communication. Would recommend to anyone for jobs that you have been meaning to get to around the house. Excellent!