Empire Fence & Custom Iron Works
Empire Fence & Custom Iron Works appears to be a residential and commercial fencing contractor serving St. Louis, MO, with site evidence for wood fencing, vinyl fencing, chain link fencing, and aluminum fencing. The available service evidence also points to gate-related work, which broadens the listing beyond a basic core-material offering. Most of the evidence sits on one rich page, but the service catalog is still broad enough to support the listing. The site also indicates the business has been operating since 1993, which adds useful maturity context. The public reputation signal is serviceable, but this profile reads more dependable than dominant.
Contact Information
- Address
- 4001 Taft Ave, St. Louis, MO 63116
St. Louis, MO - Phone
- (314) 638-7600
- Website
- empirefenceonline.com
Services
Fence Advisors Take
Empire Fence & Custom Iron Works looks credible for wood fencing, vinyl fencing, and chain link fencing, with the strongest support coming from site evidence rather than an overwhelming review signal.
Verdict
Worth contacting when the service mix fits, but compare it against cleaner reputation signals in the same market.
Signals We Like
Watch-out: Most of the supporting evidence sits on one page, so project specifics should be confirmed directly.
Based on Fence Advisors editorial analysis of the company website and public reputation signals in our directory data. Google signal: 3.9 from 36 reviews.
Fence Costs in St. Louis, MO
Typical installed price per linear foot in the local market.
| Material | Per Linear Ft | 150 ft Fence |
|---|---|---|
| Wood (cedar) | $28–$50 | $4,200–$7,500 |
| Chain link | $17–$28 | $2,550–$4,200 |
| Vinyl | $30–$52 | $4,500–$7,800 |
| Wrought iron | $38–$65 | $5,700–$9,750 |
| Composite | $45–$75 | $6,750–$11,250 |
Ranges reflect installed pricing in St. Louis based on contractor quotes and regional labor data. Final quotes vary by property, gate count, and material grade.
Permits & Regulations in St. Louis
St. Louis requires a fence permit for most residential projects.
- Permit cost
- Contact city for current fees
- Setback
- Fences must be on or behind the property line.
- Max height — front
- 4 feet
- Max height — back
- 6-8 feet
Contact the City of St. Louis Building Department for fence permit requirements.
Research Before You Hire in St. Louis
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