How far apart should fence posts be?

• <div>The ideal distance between fence posts depends on several factors, including the terrain, the purpose of the fence, and the material used. For different types of fences, here are some general guidelines:<ul><li>Wood and Metal Fences: Posts should be spaced between 5 and 8 feet apart.</li><li>Vinyl Fences: Spacing can be between 6 and 8 feet.</li><li>Chain-Link, Mesh, or Lattice Fences: Posts can be set anywhere from 4 to 25 feet apart, with 4-10 feet being common for chain-link.</li><li>Wire Fences: Spacing can be up to 12 feet apart.</li></ul></div>

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Reviewed in February 2023
Doesn't take any card or e-payment, check only, didn't tell us at hire time. Used a fence we installed 2 years ago as the boundary, which seems very unlikely that we picked the exact correct line.
Richard W. Bell Land Surveying, Inc.
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Reviewed in January 2023
Project was delayed starting, chain link fence installed great, vinyl fence needed additional work and the posts were not even with other posts.
Rob Thomas Tree Service/Fence Installer
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Reviewed in December 2022
Jerry and his team were prompt, professional, VERY respectful of the property and working in a very difficult location (think powerlines within two feet of the house and squashed next to the fence property line -oh, and don't drive on the leach field and can you help us save some for firewood?) ...
On A Limb Tree Service, LLC
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Reviewed in August 2020
They are fantastic..removed a tree, trimmed another. Required removing and replacing a fence and grinding down the stump. I would highly recommend this company and will use them again when necessary.
Monster Tree Service of Portland
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Reviewed in November 2019
Jeff and Dave came out on short notice and worked in unpleasant weather to put a fence in my yard. They worked hard and were reasonable in cost. They listened to what I wanted and did a good job. I would definitely recommend them to others. Thank you guys!
J&D Home Repairs LLC - Startside Facebook
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Reviewed in October 2019
House/fence power washed, all windows cleaned. Professional and efficient. Excellent work.
CleanAmerica, Inc
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Reviewed in July 2018
We had junk to remove from our basement and around our exterior buildings. The quote was for an hour of labor (2 employees) and a 20 foot dumpster. They hauled away metal, oil, electronics, tires and wood-based items. They arrived right on time and were very pleasant to deal with. They stuck...
First Response Labor LLC
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Reviewed in January 2018
I called Middleburg Fencing Company to have fencing installed on my property in June 2017. Someone came to my home to take measurements and discuss my fencing options on July 12th. I was told at that time I would receive an estimate and we would discuss a start date. Two weeks later no estimate....
Middlebury Fence Co
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Reviewed in October 2016
Don was very helpful in finding ways to reuse some existing fence materials. This not only saved me money, but kept waste out of the landfill. Very environmentally friendly. He is also willing to work with customers to find the best options that benefit the customer. Don kept to his quote...
Green Mountain Carpet Cleaning
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Reviewed in April 2014
I just received a free estimate. Shawn came out on a Sunday and had a quote to me in a couple of days. He made great suggestions and had very competitive pricing. I didn't buy the fence given a family situation about closing off the country view. I would go to him again for any fencing needs...
Meadows Edge Fence
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Faucher Construction

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Serving Sheldon, VT and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

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"Awesome. Beautiful job. Will call him again. Highly recommend Randy and Faucher Construction. I live in a condo so I have no way to dispose of building materials. Randy was very neat and removed all materials. Will be there when he says he will. Very responsible."

Custom handicap bathroom with oval floor level shower in an old house with custom built pocket doors and barn board walls

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Hampton Enterprise LLC

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Serving Sheldon, VT and surrounding areas

In business since 1989

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"They were good. They were pretty fast and came on time. My overall experience with them has been good."

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Fencing questions, answered by experts

Wrought iron is durable, secure, and adds an elegant aesthetic to its properties.

Yes, you can expect your composite fencing to fade quickly during the first six months. This happens naturally because the wood oils in the fencing material, called tannins, bleed out. Because of this, it can help to get a color chart from your fence company, which should show you the color of your fence before and after it fades.

The ideal distance between fence posts depends on several factors, including the terrain, the purpose of the fence, and the material used. For different types of fences, here are some general guidelines:

Wood and Metal Fences: Posts should be spaced between 5 and 8 feet apart.
Vinyl Fences: Spacing can be between 6 and 8 feet.
Chain-Link, Mesh, or Lattice Fences: Posts can be set anywhere from 4 to 25 feet apart, with 4-10 feet being common for chain-link.
Wire Fences: Spacing can be up to 12 feet apart.

Wood, vinyl, chain link, and aluminum are common materials. Choose based on durability, maintenance needs, and aesthetics.

Galvanized metal, vinyl, and composite fences are known to be the longest-lasting options, often surviving for over 30 years with proper care. Metal fences, including galvanized chain link and aluminum, can look great for decades because the galvanization process adds a protective coating that resists weather and pests. Similarly, vinyl and composite materials are resistant to pests and can withstand harsh weather for many years. In comparison, a typical wood fence lasts about 15 years, and a standard vinyl fence has a lifespan of 20 to 30 years.

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