Fence Material & Cost Calculator | LandscapeCalculating.com

Fence Material & Cost CalculatorCalculate fence posts, panels or pickets, rails, concrete and gates by linear footage, height and style — wood, vinyl, chain-link or metal.Free fence material & cost calculator with formulas, waste factors, cost estimates and professional guidance.Formula: posts = (run ÷ spacing) + 1 + gates; pickets = (run × 12) ÷ (picket width + gap); concrete = posts × 0.12 yd³How to use this calculator

Enter the total fence run length and height, then pick a style — wood picket, panel, vinyl or chain-link.

Post spacing is 8 ft for wood and vinyl, 10 ft for chain-link, set automatically by style.

Add the number of gates and let the calculator total posts, pickets or panels, rails and concrete.

Frequently asked questions

How do I calculate how many fence posts I need?

Divide the fence run by the post spacing (8 ft for wood, 10 ft for chain-link), add one for the end, and add one post per gate. This tool does that automatically.

How many pickets do I need for a wood fence?

Divide the run in inches by the picket width plus the gap. A 120 ft run with 5.5 in pickets at 0.5 in gap needs about 240 pickets.

How much concrete do I need for fence posts?

Each 12 in × 12 in post hole holds roughly 0.12 yd³, or about two 80 lb bags. Multiply by the post count for the total.

How much does a fence cost to install?

Installed fence cost typically runs $18–$45 per linear ft for wood, $25–$50 for vinyl and $12–$25 for chain-link, plus $200–$500 per gate.

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