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When building a fence, it’s always important to use a fence calculator to ensure accuracy. Finyl Vinyl knows it, and that’s why we’re going to help you understand why it’s necessary to make sure your measurements are correct before starting. Keep reading to find out more on why you should never buy a fence before using a fence calculator.

To start off, what is a fence calculator?

To put it simply, a fence calculator helps determine the number of fence materials, fence sections, posts, hardware, concrete, post caps, and gates needed to complete a fence installation. By calculating the amount of land that needs to be fenced, you can get an estimate on the amount of materials you will need to complete your project. This can be estimated based on the length, width, rails, etc. for many different fences. A fence calculator can be used for vinyl fences, wood fences, barbed wire fences, and more! It’s a great (and often free) resource to determine what you’ll need to build the fence of your dreams.

How do I use a fence calculator?

With a fence calculator, it’s important to get the measurements as accurately as possible. Therefore, you want to mark the exact sizes of your land and dimensions needed for all of your materials. However, this also depends on the type of fence. Wood fences, vinyl fences, and barbed wire fences typically differ in the types of materials and have various size differences. That’s why it’s also important to consider the fence’s style.

With Finyl Vinyl’s fence calculator worksheet, fence materials are calculated based on line posts, corner posts, end posts, and gate posts. There are different requirements for these different types of posts and is used to determine the measurements for every fence section.

Why should I use a fence calculator?

Fencing calculators are the difference between a perfect fence and an unsatisfactory one. If measurements aren’t done correctly, there may be a shortage of materials or supplies. The fence may end up being too tall or too short. There are many things that can potentially go wrong without a fencing calculator. Many fencing companies offer free resources for fencing calculators – so why take the risk? Use a fencing calculator to get the perfect measurements for a perfect fence – every time.

Where can I find a fence calculator?

Many fence companies provide free online fencing calculators. We (Finyl Vinyl) have printable worksheets and graphs, while others have online calculators that can find measurements based on length and rail sizes. Some fence calculators use rails, picket spacing, and picket width and/or length to calculate measurements. Others use gate posts, fence posts, and corner posts. It is important to find the right fencing calculator that is suited for the fence you are trying to build.

 

Measuring the perfect fence length isn’t hard. In fact, let Finyl Vinyl do the hard work for you! Our company creates custom kits for you to install – no hassle, and extremely easy to use. To find out more about our vinyl fences, visit our website for more information.