Outdoor structures scale with the lots here — decks wrap around pools, fences run property lines measured in acres, not feet. That scale is exactly why per-foot pricing matters more in Manotick than almost anywhere in Ottawa: a number that looks small per unit gets multiplied by a big one.
McGee FencingIndependent
4775 Bank St, Gloucester · Family-owned since 1957. Uses only in-house installers and explicitly lists Manotick in its service area.
Who we'd call first for this work in K4M — how we choose, and it's never for money.
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Greely too. Greely (K4P) is eight kilometres east along Mitch Owens Road and on the same wells and septic; most of the businesses on this page serve it as well as Manotick — say "Greely" when you call and confirm any travel charge. For the trades with a yard or office in Greely itself, see contractors based in Greely.
Who is the best fence and deck company in Manotick?
Short answer: Two things decide a fence quote out here and neither is the panel: how deep the footings go, and whether the crew on your property works for the company. Footings must reach below frost depth under the Ontario Building Code, and a rural run over uneven ground costs more per foot than a suburban one. McGee has been family-owned since 1957 and uses only in-house installers. Fence-All is independent with over 50 years and does its own powder coating. Yard Guard is a certified Alcuf aluminium installer.
| Business | Based | Ownership | What sets them apart |
|---|---|---|---|
| McGee Fencing | Gloucester | Independent | Family-owned since 1957, uses only in-house installers rather than subcontractors, and explicitly lists Manotick in its service area. |
| Fence-All | Ottawa | Independent | Independent Ottawa fence and deck company of over 50 years. Wood, vinyl, chain link and iron, decks, gates and railings, with in-house powder coating. |
| Yard Guard Fencing | North Gower | Independent | North Gower-based, BBB A+. Wood, PVC, chain link and ornamental iron, and a certified installer of Alcuf Systems aluminium fencing. |
A comparison of the three businesses this site would call first, on facts each publishes about itself — not a ranking of every deck and fence contractor serving K4M, and not a rating. "What sets them apart" is our opinion, formed from the criteria we publish. No business has paid for a place in this table, and payment would not change it. Confirm licence and insurance directly before you hire.
What deck & fence costs in Manotick — 2026 rates
| Service or scope | Planning range |
|---|---|
| Pressure-treated deck (installed) | $40 – $65 / sq ft |
| Composite deck (installed) | $60 – $95 / sq ft |
| Railings (wood / aluminum / glass, per linear ft) | $60 – $250 / linear ft |
| Chain-link fence (rural runs) | $25 – $50 / linear ft |
| Wood privacy fence (installed) | $45 – $75 / linear ft |
| Post-and-rail fence (installed) | $18 – $35 / linear ft |
| Black aluminum / pool-code fence | $70 – $110 / linear ft |
| Gate (per gate, installed) | $400 – $1,500 |
| City of Ottawa deck permit | $200 – $500 |
Deck permits: the rule is more specific than most people are told
The City of Ottawa's deck rules have three parts, and quotes routinely mention only the first. A deck attached or adjacent to the house needs a permit if the walking surface is more than 600 mm (24 in) above adjacent grade. A deck providing principal access to the building needs a permit regardless of its size. A freestanding deck needs one only if it is both larger than 10 m² (about 108 sq ft) and over 600 mm high — so a low, detached poolside platform often doesn't. Footings must extend below the local depth of frost penetration as required by the Ontario Building Code (2024 edition, O. Reg. 163/24); that depth is not a single province-wide number and varies with soil type and drainage, so confirm the figure for your lot with City Building Code Services rather than accepting the round number a contractor quotes from memory. Worth knowing: the Code's foundation-depth table carries an exemption for decks and platforms of 55 m² or less that are not attached to a roof and whose joists sit no more than 600 mm above ground — which covers a lot of low rural platforms.
Pool enclosures — build the fence before you add water
Ottawa's pool enclosure by-law (2013-39) is unusually specific and it is enforced. You need a permit, and the enclosure must be built and inspected before any water goes in. The requirements: minimum 1.5 m height; no attachment or object that could help a child climb fixed to the outside face between 140 mm and 900 mm from the bottom; no opening that a 100 mm sphere passes through; and gates that are self-closing, self-latching with the latch at least 1.35 m above the bottom of the enclosure, and fitted with a lock. If you use a temporary enclosure, the permanent one has to go in within 14 days. Fence first, pool second is the sequence that avoids an expensive pause with a hole in your yard.
Material choices at estate scale
Composite earns its premium on big decks — at 800+ square feet, the staining cycle you're skipping is a real cost, not a chore. For long fence runs, most owners here mix: aluminum or wood near the house where it's seen, chain-link or post-and-rail on the back acreage where it's function. Pricing the whole perimeter in one material is usually the sign of a quote built for a suburban lot.
Common questions
Who is the best fence and deck company in Manotick?
Two things decide a fence quote out here and neither is the panel: how deep the footings go, and whether the crew on your property works for the company. Footings must reach below frost depth under the Ontario Building Code, and a rural run over uneven ground costs more per foot than a suburban one. McGee has been family-owned since 1957 and uses only in-house installers. Fence-All is independent with over 50 years and does its own powder coating. Yard Guard is a certified Alcuf aluminium installer.
How much does a deck cost per square foot in Ottawa?
In 2026, pressure-treated runs $40–$65 per square foot installed; composite runs $60–$95. Large multi-level decks with stairs and glass or aluminum railings land at the top of those ranges.
Do I need a permit for a deck in Manotick?
For a deck attached or adjacent to the house, yes if the walking surface is more than 600 mm (24 inches) above grade — which most are. An elevated deck providing principal access to the house needs a permit regardless of its size. A freestanding deck needs one only if it is both over 10 square metres and over 600 mm high. The drawings must show footing depth and guard details.
How deep do deck footings need to be in Manotick?
Below the local depth of frost penetration, as required by the Ontario Building Code. There is no single published figure for Ottawa — the Code varies the requirement by soil type and drainage, and rural clay lots behave differently from sandy ones. Confirm the depth for your specific lot with City of Ottawa Building Code Services before pouring.
What does rural fencing cost?
Chain-link runs $25–$50 per linear foot, wood privacy $45–$75, and post-and-rail $18–$35. On acreage, mixing materials by zone is the standard way to control total cost.
What are the pool fence rules in Ottawa?
By-law 2013-39 requires a permitted enclosure, built and inspected, before any water goes in the pool. Minimum 1.5 metres high; nothing climbable fixed to the outside face between 140 mm and 900 mm up; no opening a 100 mm sphere can pass through; and gates that are self-closing, self-latching with the latch at least 1.35 metres above the bottom of the enclosure, and lockable. A temporary enclosure must be replaced with the permanent one within 14 days. Plan the fence with the pool, not after it.