Fence Calculator

Estimates how many 8 ft panels fit a run and suggests post count using an 8 ft post spacing assumption unless you override spacing.

Step 1: Units

Step 2

Enter project measurements

Use decimals if needed (e.g. 3.5).

How to use this calculator

Enter total fence run length. Adjust spacing for wind load or local code.

What the math is doing

Posts ≈ floor(length ÷ spacing) + 1. Panels ≈ ceil(length ÷ 8 ft).

Frequently asked questions

Slopes?

Step panels or rack them; quantities change.

Corner posts?

Included in post count if continuous run.

Gates?

Subtract gate width from panel count.

Wind zones?

Closer post spacing may be required.

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