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Fence Posts Calculator

Estimate fence posts from run length and post spacing.

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Educational US estimate only. Not engineering, structural, code, or professional construction advice. Mix designs, codes, and local conditions vary — verify with licensed professionals and your building department.

Estimator methodology

BuildToolsHub takeoffs separate net measured quantities from ordered quantities. Ordered qty = net × condition-based waste, then rounded for plant or package sizes (e.g. ready-mix to the nearest 0.5 yd³).

  • Concrete bags: Quikrete / SAKRETE published yields (80 lb ≈ 0.60 ft³). Ready-mix contingencies follow ASTM C94 purchaser practice.
  • Rebar: CRSI published lb/ft tables; optional lap allowance ≈ 40× bar diameter (confirm with drawings).
  • Roofing: NRCA squares (100 ft²); pitch factor √(1+(rise/12)²); ~3 bundles/square for standard shingles.
  • Aggregates / fill: ASTM C29-style densities; swell/compaction allowances for haul and place volumes.
  • Masonry: BIA / NCMA common unit factors (e.g. ~1.125 CMU/ft² for 8×16 face).

Use the Order tab for a supplier call sheet and the Assumptions panel for the exact factors applied to this run.

Why use Fence Posts Calculator

Plan fence post quantities from total run length and on-center spacing, adding corners and gate posts.

Post depth, concrete, and soil conditions are separate from post counts.

How to use

  1. Enter job dimensions. Pick a pour/layout condition to set industry waste %, or choose Custom.
  2. Review Net vs Order on the Summary tab — order the rounded quantity, not net alone.
  3. Open the Order tab for a supplier checklist, then print, export CSV, or share the link.

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About Fence Posts Calculator

How far apart should posts be?

Often 6–8 feet for wood privacy fence; follow local practice and wind exposure.

Do gates need extra posts?

Yes—gate openings typically need dedicated posts on each side.

Include concrete for posts?

Use the column/pier concrete tool for post hole concrete separately.

Is this professional engineering advice?

No. Educational estimates only. Verify with a licensed professional and local codes.

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