Fence guides

The cheapest ways to fence a yard, ranked by real cost per foot — from wire and split rail to chain link and budget wood — plus the levers that cut the price of any fence.

When a fence permit is required, what it costs, how long approval takes, and the setback and height rules that trip people up — plus what happens if you skip it.

A clear step-by-step guide to setting fence posts in concrete — hole depth, gravel base, bracing and cure time — so your posts stay plumb and solid for years.

The rule of thumb for fence post depth, how frost line and fence height change it, and how much concrete each hole needs — so your fence stays straight for years.

Standard fence post spacing by fence type, why 6 to 8 feet is the sweet spot, and how spacing changes your post and material counts.

A clear breakdown of fence cost per linear foot by material and DIY vs. installed — what drives the price, and how to estimate your own project.

A side-by-side comparison of wood, vinyl and chain link fences — cost, privacy, maintenance and lifespan — to help you pick the right material before you build.