Fence Calculator

Estimate posts, panels and rails for a fence of any length.

Quick answer: Fence Calculator: Estimate posts, panels and rails for a fence of any length. Everything runs in your browser, so nothing you enter is uploaded or stored.

How to use Fence Calculator

  1. Enter your values in the fields.
  2. The results update instantly as you type.
  3. Note or copy the numbers you need.

Features

How it works

Panels = fence length (minus gates) divided by panel width, rounded up. Posts = panels plus one, plus one extra post per gate.

Worked example

150 feet with one 4 foot gate needs 19 panels of 8 feet and 21 posts.

Frequently asked questions

How far apart are the posts?

Usually 6 to 8 feet, matching the panel width.

What about gates?

Subtract the gate width from the length and add gate posts.

Is the Fence Calculator free?

Yes. It is free, needs no signup and works on any device.

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