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Fence Calculator

Calculate fence posts, rails, pickets, gates, concrete bags, labor, and client-ready fence estimates.

This is an estimate, not a bid or contract. Every job has unique conditions — access, structure, moisture, code — that software cannot account for.

Use at your own risk. Pinnacle Designs, LLC is not liable for bids, losses, or code compliance based on calculator output. You are responsible for verifying all numbers before use.

Terms of Service (limitation of liability & your responsibilities)

Always verify local building codes. Supplier prices vary by region. Add waste for cuts, mistakes, and damaged material.

Job Site Market (ZIP & Region)

Enter the job ZIP — not your shop — to load typical local labor and material defaults. Useful when bidding out of town or out of state.

Most U.S. ZIPs auto-select a region. Unknown ZIPs — pick the closest market manually.

Typical U.S. contractor rates, loaded ~5% above market average — adjust for your bid.

National Average — typical contractor labor ~$57.75/hr

Typical labor rates align with the national average.

Defaults load ~5% above typical market averages — a conservative benchmark when clients compare your bid. Edit any rate below for your actual numbers.

Regional defaults update labor, materials, markup, and tax in this calculator. Your job ZIP and region are saved across all calculators — change ZIP when you switch to a different job site.

Estimate — not a bid. This is an estimate, not a bid or contract. Every job has unique conditions — access, structure, moisture, code — that software cannot account for. Each job is unique. Final prices may vary based on site conditions, scope, materials, labor, and your local market. Use at your own risk. Pinnacle Designs, LLC is not liable for bids, losses, or code compliance based on calculator output. You are responsible for verifying all numbers before use. Full terms

Fence Details

Pricing

National Average default

Save stores this on your device · Add to Estimatesends material & labor lines to the Full Job Estimator

Material List / Shopping List

  • Posts
    15
  • Rails
    42
  • Pickets
    230
  • Concrete bags
    30

Results Summary

Pricing RegionNational Average
Fence Length100 ft
Posts15
Pickets230

Recommended Client Price

$4,647.74

Estimate — not a bid

Numbers from this tool are planning estimates only. They are not a contract, quote, binding bid, or professional advice. Every job carries its own challenges — hidden damage, tight access, moisture, local code, and scope details — that no calculator can see.

Each project is different. Access, existing conditions, code requirements, material choices, and your local market all affect the final price. Use these figures as a starting point — your actual price may vary.

By using this tool you agree you will not rely on it as a final bid without your own verification. See our Terms of Service for limitations of liability and your responsibilities.

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Cost Breakdown

Materials$1,685.20
Labor$1,575.00
Overhead$326.02
Markup$717.24
Tax$344.28
Client Price$4,647.74
Profit (15.4% margin)$717.24
How this was calculated
  1. Posts = fence length ÷ spacing + 1 + gates
  2. Pickets = fence length × 12 ÷ picket width
  3. Panels = fence length ÷ 8 ft panel width
  4. Enter your ZIP to load regional labor and material defaults

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Frequently Asked Questions

How far apart should fence posts be?
8 feet is standard for wood privacy fences. Heavier materials or high-wind areas may require 6-foot spacing.
How much concrete per fence post?
Plan 1–2 bags (60–80 lb) per post depending on hole size and frost depth requirements.

Fence Cost Calculator — Posts, Panels & Gates

Fence estimates depend on linear feet, post spacing, panel or picket style, gate count, and concrete for post footings. Calculate posts, rails, pickets or pre-built panels, gate hardware, concrete bags, and install labor for wood, vinyl, or chain-link fences.

Set your local material prices and post spacing to match your preferred construction method. The shopping list includes concrete for footings and fastener allowances so your bid covers the full install.