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Build a Fence

Capture fence runs and gates, coordinate the multi-material fence planner with detailed post, rail, picket and gate-infill takeoffs, then stage the purchase plan.

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Stage 1

Measure

Record run lengths and gate openings before material counts.

  1. Save fence runs

    Stores reusable run length and height without selecting structural spacing.

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  2. Coordinate the fence material plan

    Uses project-selected spacing and member assumptions to coordinate major material groups.

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  3. Check post quantity

    Provides a focused post count from the spacing you enter.

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Stage 2

Calculate

Resolve the infill and horizontal stock details.

  1. Estimate fence rails

    Converts measured runs and entered rail count into stock pieces.

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  2. Estimate pickets

    Calculates infill count from entered picket width/gap basis.

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  3. Estimate gate infill

    Optional

    Keeps gate-leaf infill separate from the main fence run.

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Stage 3

Buy & stage

Carry the coordinated quantities through purchase and receiving.

  1. Prepare the shopping list

    Keeps each material group and planned purchase quantity visible.

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  2. Compare supplier quotes

    Records like-for-like supplier totals and included delivery or fees.

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  3. Check received materials

    Records missing, damaged or mixed material before installation.

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