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Fence Materials Estimator (Posts, Pickets, Rails)

Estimate everything you need to build a residential fence. Enter the perimeter or yard dimensions, your spacing, and gate width to get posts, panels, pickets, rails, and concrete bags.

How to use
  1. Enter the perimeter, or the length and width of a rectangular yard.
  2. Set your post spacing and picket spacing.
  3. Add the gate width.
Typical yard
Fence length to build
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Posts (incl. gate)
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Panels / sections
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Pickets total
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Rails
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Rail linear feet
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Concrete (50 lb)
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Estimates only, allow for waste and confirm against local building codes and supplier specs.
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Common questions

How far apart should fence posts be?

Most wood fences use 6 to 8 feet between posts. Closer spacing makes a stiffer fence but uses more posts and concrete.

How many bags of concrete per fence post?

A typical 4x4 post in a 8-inch wide, 2-foot deep hole needs about one to two 50-lb bags. This tool figures the total for you.

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