Get a full material list: posts, rails, pickets, concrete, and cost.
| Material | Cost per Linear Foot (materials) | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|
| Pressure-treated pine | $10–20 | 15–20 years (with stain) |
| Cedar | $15–30 | 20–30 years |
| Vinyl/PVC | $15–40 | 30+ years |
| Chain link | $5–15 | 20–30 years |
| Composite | $25–45 | 25–30+ years |
| Wrought iron | $25–50 | 50+ years |
6-8 feet on center. 6 ft for privacy fences and windy areas, 8 ft for standard fences.
Bury 1/3 of the post. 6-ft fence = 8-ft posts with 2 ft underground. Below frost line in cold climates.
Materials: wood $10-25, chain link $5-15, vinyl $15-40. Installed: roughly double.