Fence Calculator

Estimate the posts, rails, pickets, and concrete needed for a straight run of fence.

Fence Dimensions

Total Fence Length (feet)

Maximum Post Spacing (feet)

Rails Per Section

Picket Width (inches)

Gap Between Pickets (inches)

Number of Gates

Concrete

Concrete Bags Per Post

Extra Material (%)

Optional Prices

Price Per Post

Price Per Rail

Price Per Picket

Price Per Concrete Bag

Estimated Materials

Fence Sections —

Posts —

Rails —

Pickets —

Concrete Bags —

Estimated Material Cost —

This calculator provides a planning estimate. Gates, corners, slopes, fence style, local building requirements, and site conditions can change the materials required.

How the Fence Calculator Works

Fence length and maximum post spacing determine the number of fence sections. A straight fence normally requires one more post than the number of sections.

Sections = Fence Length ÷ Maximum Post Spacing, rounded up

Pickets are estimated from their width and the gap between them. The extra-material percentage adds an allowance for cuts, damaged material, and other waste.

Before Buying Materials

For the post-hole portion of the job, plan fence-post hole depth and concrete quantity using the applicable project requirements. A fence material count does not determine a safe embedment depth.

Confirm your property line, utility locations, local permit requirements, required setbacks, and maximum fence height before construction.