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Highly recommend Jasper. Built our fence like a master craftsman. High level of workmanship. Was reliable and honest.

Picket fence

$1,000

Alick, thanks for a friendly manner and careful professional work..

Palings falling off an old timber picket fence (rusting nails).

$150

Rod did great job removing old fence and taking all waste away as requested. On time, no fuss, friendly, fast and efficient. Definitely recommend.

Removal of rotten front picket fence

$450

Reliable, fast and no BS. Reccomended!!

Small picket gate replaced

$150

Great job. Really prompt and helpful. Many thanks!

Replace picket fence section (126cm wide), also decking seat slat

$300

There's a reason why David gets 5*reviews. He is an excellent tradesman, very conscientious in ensuring he gets the job done right. And the range of tools he has at his disposal to get the job done and options he presents is just brilliant. Thanks David.

Repair front picket fence

$150

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$300

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$615

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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.

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Replace Front Picket Fence & Install Gate – Malvern

$1,000

Malvern VIC, Australia

17th Dec 2025

Replace Front Picket Fence & Install Gate – Malvern Location: Malvern, VIC Job Type: Supply & install front picket fence + single gate Budget: Open to quotes Scope of Works I’m looking for an experienced fencing contractor to remove and replace the existing front fence with a new timber picket fence, including a pedestrian gate. Fence details: • Approx. 5.4 metres along street frontage • 2 metres high timber picket fence • 3-rail construction • Includes 200 x 50 timber sleeper at base (thicker sleeper required as plinth) • Posts to be installed behind the sleeper • Fence to be installed in concrete footings Gate: • 1 x single pedestrian gate • Steel frame • Steel latch post • Gate hinged off fence post (left side) Other details: • Letterbox will be supplied by owner, contractor to install (TBC) • Fence line is clear, however any trees/plants to be cleared prior by owner • Existing fence will need to be demolished and removed • There is concrete at the fence line – breaking concrete may be required (please note if this is included/excluded in your quote) What I’m Looking For • Experience with timber picket fences • Ability to supply materials or work with supplied materials (please specify) • Clean, professional finish suitable for a front façade / street appeal

Re-build wooden picket gate, cut pergola posts to length (90mm square)

$100

Watermans Bay WA, Australia

17th Dec 2025

The picket fence: the nails have worked loose and it needs repair. I wish to move the fence and gate to the far end of the driveway. It will require a new post for the gate. This needs to be high enough to keep pet rabbits in and dogs out. The pergola post just need cutting to the correct lengths.

Replace Garden Picket Gate (Supply + Install)

$300

Jamboree Heights QLD, Australia

14th Dec 2025

Hi! I’m looking for a skilled handyman or fencing professional to remove my old garden gate and install a new picket-style gate. I will paint the gate myself, so I only need supply and installation of the gate. I'll also dispose of the old gate myself. Details: - Gate size: approx 1.5m wide x 1.8m high - Style: picket fence gate (timber preferred, but open to advice) - Needs to include: hinges, latch, posts (if required), and all hardware - The site is easily accessible - Flexible with timing Thanks!

Picket fence installer

$100

Doveton VIC, Australia

14th Dec 2025

I have pickets and other timber needed. Need help with installing. All up 16m

Supply and Install Picket fence 12 M length and 1.2 M height

$2,000

Chermside West, Queensland

10th Dec 2025

I want someone to supply and install picket fence to my house. Length is 12 M and 1.2 M height

Picket Fence

$1,000

Cranbourne North VIC, Australia

9th Dec 2025

I need a dark grey picket fence around this property open to offers and pricing. Needs to be done as soon as possible.

Demolish Brick Wall & Install Picket Fence + Gate (Corner Block)

$5,000

Ashburton VIC 3147, Australia

9th Dec 2025

Hi, I am looking for a professional fencer to replace the fencing on my corner block property in Ashburton (VIC 3147). 1. Demolition & Disposal (Must Include) Demolish: Remove the existing low brick wall on the side boundary and the old fence on the front boundary. Disposal: You must remove all waste, including all bricks and green waste, from the site. 2. Supply & Installation Style: Picket Fence (approx. 1.0m height to comply with corner regulations). Finish: Must be painted/stained in Charcoal (or pre-finished material). Measurements: Front: approx. 16.63m Side (Mernda Ave): approx. 12.26m Gate: approx. 2.66m wide (Vehicle access) - Style to match the fence. Total Length: approx. 31.55m (including gate). Requirements: All-Inclusive Quote: Price must include All Materials (fence, posts, gate, hardware, paint), Labour, and Disposal fees (especially for bricks). Insurance: Preference will be given to taskers with valid Public Liability Insurance. Site Details: Corner block, easy street access. Please see attached photos for the current brick wall condition and measurements. Please provide a quote covering the full scope of work. Thank you.

Move a gate in picket fence

$10

Brunswick VIC, Australia

8th Dec 2025

Need a pedestrian gate moved from end of picket fence to the centre panel.

Pull out 16 metres of chainwire fence with star pickets

$120

Aspley QLD, Australia

4th Dec 2025

Pull out old chainwire fence with star pickets (about 1.2 metres high and 16 metres long). Easy access.

Keen to work and did what I asked him to do.

Relevel picket fence stumps which have sunk

$250

Williamstown VIC, Australia

4th Dec 2025

I have about 4 or 5 of my pocket fence posts that have sunken and need restumping so as to make the fence level. I have already removed all the pickets.

Jarrah fence post straightened up and pickets reattached.

$400

Mount Lawley WA, Australia

27th Nov 2025

One of the posts has titled forward and fence is leaning into driveway. It needs to be re-footed (I have a bag of pre-mix if required) and the cross beams re-attached with some pickets needing new nails/screws.

I thought I'd get a patch up job on my jarrah fence, but Sam did such a professional job of fixing and strengthening it that I should get another 10 years out of it. Excellent work!

Front picket fence

$3,500

East Victoria Park WA, Australia

24th Nov 2025

18m picket fence installed and sourced

Picket Fence Help

$280

Kealba VIC 3021, Australia

21st Nov 2025

I’ve got an old picket fence that I want to use for my front yard. I’ll need new posts and it will need to be cut to make it look nice once installed. Roughly 10m wide fence. I will be able to help and I will sand and paint. Thank you, Alex

My front picket fence gate will no longer close.

$150

Brunswick VIC 3056, Australia

21st Nov 2025

My picket fence gate has dropped, will no longer close. I would like a really professional job so this doesnt happen again.

Prompt, efficient n hurrah!!! My gate closes properly again 🤗

Picket Fence repair/replacement

$10

Erskineville NSW, Australia

21st Nov 2025

Need a picket fence repaired/replaced ideally as soon as possible.

Timber Picket fence and gate

$10

West Pymble NSW 2073, Australia

20th Nov 2025

Seeking to replace white timber Picket fence (refer pictures) streetside of property approx 15m length. including gate and letterbox (I would supply) Looking for someone with some experience with pickets. May have further work available for boundary paling fence also.

Supply and Install fence only pickets and runners

$1,000

Flagstone QLD, Australia

20th Nov 2025

Install pickets and runners for a fence

Fencing, install star pickets and wire mesh along existing fenceline

$350

Upwey VIC 3158, Australia

4th Nov 2025

Install star pickets along existing chain and post fence, and mesh. Approx 10-12m 2400mm star pickets Metal Mesh screens in photos.

Arrived as agreed. Job completed on time as agreed.

Demolish and dispose old 10m picket fence

$200

Camberwell VIC 3124, Australia

17th Sep 2025

Old white picket fence (10m total length) to be demolished/dismantled and disposed of. The concrete posts do not need to be removed. Can likely be dismantled in sections. Would be easy with a crow bar, electric saw, circular saw, etc. Care must be taken to ensure adjacent fence is not touched or damaged. All fence remnants and rubbish to be removed from site and disposed. **We will require painting to match colour on neighbour's side once fence removal is completed (looks like monument colour). This job is for picket fence removal & disposal only. Message me if you can paint the lattice fence also. Paint needs to be included in estimate for this additional piece of work.

Fantastic job done, excellent communication. Lovely guy, will use again. Thanks Cam!

Quote for Picket Fence and gate

$50

Paddington QLD, Australia

7th Jul 2025

Experienced fencing contractor to provide a quote to replace section of fence approx. 6 metres and gate. See photos. Fence 1800mm high to match existing. Shorter section that is falling apart to be replaced… New gate to go inside existing arbor. Price is to attend site to discuss and to provide a quote and availability.

Craig’s a great find. Lovely bloke and very happy to recommend.