Murtaugh Fencing Contractor Serving Murtaugh, Idaho
Murtaugh Fencing Contractor Serving Murtaugh, Idaho
Murtaugh is a small farming community in western Cassia County.
Many residents identify with Cassia County, but the town itself sits in Twin Falls County. That detail matters when it comes time to pull a permit.
Murtaugh also gives its name to a well known stretch of the Snake River.
Murtaugh Canyon is a big water kayaking run, controlled by releases from Milner Dam. Paddlers travel from across the region to run it.
Outside of that, Murtaugh is quiet and mostly agricultural. Twin Falls Fencing installs and repairs fencing for homes and farms throughout the area.
Home and Property Fencing Near Murtaugh
Murtaugh has fewer in town lots than most Magic Valley towns. Most homes here sit on larger properties near farmland. We still install the full range of residential fencing types:
- Vinyl fencing in privacy or picket styles, usually 6 feet for backyards or 4 feet for front yards, generally $35 to $60 per linear foot installed
- Wood fencing in cedar or pressure treated pine, in solid privacy, dog ear, or picket styles, generally $28 to $45 per linear foot installed
- Chain link fencing for pets, pools, or general boundary use, generally $18 to $30 per linear foot installed
- Aluminum and ornamental iron fencing for a decorative look or added security, generally $40 to $75 per linear foot installed
Every post gets a concrete footing sized to the fence height and the soil. Gates get strong hardware, including galvanized or stainless screws and self closing hinges where needed.
Farm and Ranch Fencing Serving Murtaugh Growers
Murtaugh is a farming community first. Most of our work here supports real crop and livestock ground.
We install post and rail fencing for property lines. We install woven wire, also called field fence, for general livestock containment.
We install high tensile smooth wire and five strand barbed wire for pasture perimeters. Electric fencing is also an option for properties that can manage the extra maintenance it needs.
Electric fencing runs $2 to $4 per foot installed. Five strand barbed wire runs $3 to $6 per foot. High tensile smooth wire runs $4 to $7 per foot. Woven wire field fencing runs $5 to $9 per foot.
If your job is bigger and requires heavy brush clearing can add $1,500 to $4,000 to the total.
Some soil near Murtaugh has alkali in it. That soil sometimes needs special concrete additives to keep posts stable.
Gates and Fence Repairs Around Murtaugh
We install single swing, double swing, and slide gates for homes and farms. Automatic gate openers are available for driveways and larger entrances.
Our repair work covers rotten posts, cracked vinyl panels, gates that will not latch, and bent chain link. We fix the actual cause of the damage. We work so you don’t have to fix your fence job in a year. Our work holds up!
What Murtaugh Property Owners Should Know Before Starting a Murtaugh Fencing Job
Every project starts with a free on site estimate and a written quote.
Idaho law requires we conduct an 811 utility locate before digging starts. This usually takes three business days. We build that wait into the schedule from day one.
Fencing Jurisdiction and Permits
Murtaugh sits in Twin Falls County, even though it borders Cassia County.
Confirming the correct building department is an easy first step. Idaho’s baseline legal height for a lawful fence is four and a half feet.
Most fences here are built taller for privacy or containment. Height limits and permit rules depend on the exact property.
We suggest a quick check with Twin Falls County before finalizing plans. This matters most for fences near a road or a shared property line.
Fence Soil and Post Depth
Ground around Murtaugh is mostly farmland, shaped by decades of irrigation. A good rule in this part of Idaho is to set posts below the frost line. Shallow posts tend to lean or heave after a few cold winters. Our crews check the soil on site and adjust footing depth for each job.
Twin Falls Fencing’s Work in Murtaugh
Twin Falls Fencing is a family owned fencing company. We are registered and insured with the State of Idaho. Idaho requires contractors to carry general liability insurance on jobs over $2,000. We carry insurance that meets this state minimum. We serve Murtaugh and the rest of Twin Falls County, along with the wider Magic Valley.
Every estimate is free. Every quote is written down clearly. We walk the finished project with you before we call the job done. Murtaugh is a small community, and most fencing here has real work to do. We plan every project around the property it is going on.
Murtaugh Fencing Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a fence cost in Murtaugh, Idaho?
Residential fencing runs $18 to $75 per linear foot installed. Vinyl runs $35 to $60. Wood runs $28 to $45. Chain link runs $18 to $30. Aluminum or ornamental iron runs $40 to $75. Farm fencing runs about $2 to $9 per foot depending on the type. A free on site estimate gives you an exact number.
Do I need a permit for a fence in Murtaugh?
It depends on the fence height and location. Murtaugh falls under Twin Falls County jurisdiction, even though it borders Cassia County. Taller fences and fences near a road or corner lot are more likely to need a permit. We recommend checking with the county before finalizing your project.
Does Murtaugh Canyon affect any fencing work nearby?
Properties near the canyon rim may have sloped or rocky ground. We adjust post spacing and layout for that kind of terrain. This is part of the estimate visit for any property close to the canyon.
What is the best fence for a small farm near Murtaugh?
It depends on your animals and your budget. Woven wire offers strong general purpose containment. High tensile wire is durable and needs less upkeep. Barbed wire costs less up front and works well for cattle. Post and rail fencing works well for marking a boundary without full containment.