
Fence Installation Resources
Check out our fence installation resources, including material estimation calculators, how-to guides, installation cost guides, and other tools to help with your project. Whether you’re installing a fence for privacy, security, or pool safety, our tools and guides assist with planning and measuring your fence project to help estimate the cost of the project and materials, and to learn more about the installation process. Consider getting up to 3 professional estimates from local contractors to find more about how much your fence installation would cost.
There are many benefits to installing a fence, including privacy, security, aesthetics, defining property boundaries, pool safety and limiting liability, and containing children and pets. Learn more about some of the benefits of installing a fence in our installation articles.
15 Popular Fence Styles for Privacy and Picket Fences
See 15 popular fence styles to get inspiration for your fencing project. See several privacy, picket, and estate fence styles and popular picket styles.
Choosing the Fence Style that is Best For You
Learn how to choose the right fence style for your property and within your budget. Learn the key factors in choosing the right fence.
Fence Material and Post Centers Calculator
Estimate fence material given the style of the fence and the length. Find post distance, posts, rails, and pickets needed to build a fence.
Find Professional Fence Installers Near You and Get Free Estimates
Find fence installation professionals in your area and get FREE installation estimates for your new fence
How Much Does a Fence Cost in 2018?
Find out how much it costs to install a fence. Costs vary by style and material, and other factors affect price such as labor and a gate installation.
How Much Does it Cost to Paint or Stain a Fence in 2018?
Learn how much it costs to paint a privacy fence or picket fence, including what affects the cost and how to save money.
How to Find Property Lines When Building a Fence or Extending
Learn several method to find property lines when building a fence or other structure.
How to Install a Wood Privacy Fence
Learn how to install a wood privacy fence to add security and beauty to your home. It usually takes a few days and a couple simple tools.
How to Lay Out a Fence Safely and Efficiently
Get key tips on how to lay out a fence for perfectly square corners, straight fence lines, and evenly spaced posts.
Post Hole Concrete Calculator
Estimate concrete for post hole projects. Calculate how many yards of concrete or bags of concrete are needed for filling post holes for fences, decks, footings, and columns.
Pro Tips for a Professional Fence Installation
Get pro tips for a professional fence installation, including tips on choosing the right fence material, settings fence posts, installing rails and pickets, and adding privacy to an existing fence.
Vinyl Fence Material Calculator and Price Estimator
Estimate materials and pricing for a vinyl fence, including how many posts and panels are needed.
When to Repair or Replace a Fence
How to determine if a fence can be repaired or if it needs to be replaced.