Fence planning guides
Short, practical answers to the questions homeowners ask before building a fence.
Fence Cost per Foot (2026): Prices by Material
Installed fence cost per linear foot for wood, cedar, vinyl, chain link, aluminum and composite, with what drives the price up or down.
Wood vs. Vinyl Fence Cost: Upfront and Over 20 Years
Compare the cost of wood and vinyl privacy fences — installation price, maintenance, lifespan and total cost of ownership.
Fence Post Spacing: Standard Distances by Fence Type
Recommended fence post spacing for wood, vinyl, chain link and aluminum fences, and when to space posts closer together.
How Many Fence Posts Do I Need? Formula and Examples
Count terminal posts (ends, corners, gates) and line posts for any fence length and spacing, with worked examples.
How Much Concrete per Fence Post?
How many bags of concrete each fence post needs by post size and hole depth, plus how to calculate it yourself.
How to Estimate Fence Materials: Step-by-Step
A practical checklist for measuring your fence line and estimating posts, panels, rails, pickets, concrete and hardware.