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Fence Calculator — Material Estimate

Private, client-side calculation

Fence Calculator

Estimate posts, panels, rails, pickets, gates, concrete bags and material cost for a fence run.

ft
ft
qty
%
STEP 01📏
Measure the run
Enter total fence length, height, corners, ends and gate openings.
STEP 02🪵
Choose layout
Set post spacing, panels or pickets, rails per bay and waste allowance.
STEP 03🧱
Order materials
Get posts, panels, rails, pickets, concrete bags and estimated materials cost.
Fence Length
incl. waste
📏
Posts
total posts
🪵
Panels / Bays
sections
Concrete Bags
post setting
🧱
Estimated Cost
materials only
💳
Fence Details
ft
ft
ft
rails
qty
ft
extra
%
ft panel
ft
bags
$
$
$
$
$
Material Breakdown

Hit Calculate to see your result

Layout Complexity
📐

Choose a layout and calculate

Fence Metrics
🧮

Metrics appear after calculation

✦ Result Explainer

Your explanation appears here

▣ Installation Action Plan
📋

Your plan appears after calculation

◎ What If Simulator

Test another post spacing and waste allowance without changing your main result.

Calculate your baseline first

● Ask About Your Result
Calculate first, then ask about posts, panels, gates, concrete or waste.
Frequently Asked Questions

It divides the net fence run by post spacing to estimate bays, adds end/corner and gate posts, then calculates panels or pickets, rails, concrete bags and material cost. Waste is applied to fence boards or panels.

Many residential fences use about 6–8 ft post spacing, but the right spacing depends on fence type, height, wind exposure, soil and local code. Heavier or taller fences often need closer spacing.

No. The estimate focuses on core materials. Labor, removal, permit fees, utility marking, post-hole excavation, hardware, stain, fasteners and site conditions can add significant cost.

Construction & Measurement Disclaimer

Results are estimates generated locally in your browser from the dimensions and prices entered. Fence designs, codes, easements, property lines, utilities, frost depth, wind loads, terrain and product specifications vary. Verify all measurements and requirements with suppliers, utility marking services and qualified professionals before purchase or installation. VisionVix accepts no liability for decisions based on this output.

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