Fence Calculator
Posts, rails and pickets needed.
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Results
- Posts needed
- 16
- Sections
- 15
- Rails
- 45
- Pickets
- 275
- Concrete bags (1 per post)
- 32
- Estimated cost
- $2,640.00
Quick answer
Fence posts sit at 6–8 ft centres; picket count is fence length divided by picket width plus spacing.
How to use the Fence Calculator
- 1Measure the total fence run in feet.
- 2Choose your post spacing (6 or 8 ft).
- 3Enter picket width and rails per section.
Frequently asked questions
How deep should posts go?
One third of post height, minimum 24 inches, below the frost line.
Do gates need extra posts?
Yes, use heavier posts either side of each gate.