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Fence Length Estimator

Estimate fence length, sections, posts and rails from the sides of your fence line and gates.

Your inputs

Results

Fence length (excluding gates)

68.8

Total line length
70
Sections / panels
32
Posts (incl. one extra per gate)
33
Rails
64
Fencing material cost
$0.00

≈Estimate based on the stated model and assumptions

Notes for this result

  • Corners, slopes and gate hardware may need extra or heavier posts; check local boundary rules before building.

What this calculator does

Plan materials for a garden or boundary fence before you shop.

Formula and method

Fence length = Σ sides − gate widths; sections = Σ ceiling(side ÷ post spacing); posts = sections (+1 for an open run) + 1 per gate

Worked example

Calculated by this tool with its default inputs:

Inputs

  • Length of each side of the fence line: 20, 15, 20, 15
  • The fence encloses the area (last side meets the first): Yes
  • Gates: 1
  • Width of each gate: 1.2
  • Maximum post spacing / panel width: 2.4
  • Rails per section: 2
  • Fencing cost per unit length (optional): 0 (any currency)

Results

  • Fence length (excluding gates): 68.8
  • Total line length: 70
  • Sections / panels: 32
  • Posts (incl. one extra per gate): 33
  • Rails: 64
  • Fencing material cost: 0

How to read the results

Each side is split into equal sections no longer than the post spacing.

Assumptions and limitations

  • Check boundaries and local rules before building.

Quantities and costs are planning estimates. Add sensible allowances, and check with suppliers, carriers or professionals before buying, shipping or building.

Questions

Why the extra post per gate?

Gates usually need a dedicated hanging or latch post.

Methodology and verification

Result type
Estimate based on the stated model and assumptions
Formula version
1.0
Automated verification
3 reference and validation test cases, checked against independently computed values. The site cannot be built if any of them fail.
Editorial review
Awaiting human editorial review. The explanation was drafted with AI assistance; the formula and examples are verified by the automated tests above.

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