Know what your project should cost before you get a quote.
Free calculators and 2026 cost guides for fences, decks, concrete, sheds, patios, and driveways. Every estimate shows a realistic low-to-high range based on typical U.S. material prices and contractor labor rates — not a made-up single number.
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Fence Cost Calculator
Wood, vinyl, chain link, aluminum, composite, or wrought iron — with gates, removal, and regional pricing.
Deck Cost Calculator
Wood, cedar, composite, or PVC — with railing, stairs, height, and removal.
Concrete Slab Calculator
Patios, driveways, and shed pads by size, thickness, finish, and reinforcement.
Shed Cost Calculator
Wood, vinyl, metal, or composite — with foundation, doors, windows, and electrical.
Paver Patio Calculator
Concrete, brick, flagstone, or travertine — with pattern, border, and fire pit.
Driveway Cost Calculator
Asphalt, concrete, gravel, pavers, or stamped — with base, edging, and removal.
Fence cost guides
Per-foot pricing, removal, permits, maintenance, and full-lot totals.
Fence Cost Per Foot
2026 per-foot prices by material, plus what labor actually adds to the bill.
Wood Fence Cost
Privacy, picket, shadowbox, and split-rail prices, plus staining and lifespan.
Vinyl Fence Cost
Privacy and picket styles, why quotes vary so much, and vinyl vs. wood.
Chain Link Fence Cost
Residential and commercial pricing by height, coating, and gates.
Aluminum Fence Cost
Ornamental aluminum pricing, grades, powder coating, and HOA-friendly options.
Fence Removal Cost
Per-foot removal prices, concrete footings, disposal, and removal with a new install.
150-Foot Fence Cost
Installed totals by material for a typical backyard lot line.
Fence Permit Requirements
Height limits, corner-lot rules, HOA approval, and permit fees.
Fence Staining Cost
Per-square-foot staining prices, DIY materials, and stain vs. paint.
Patio, driveway & shed guides
Full-cost guides for the projects behind the calculators.
Shed Cost Guide
Prices by size, siding, and foundation, plus permit rules and ways to save.
Paver Patio Cost Guide
Per-square-foot prices, base prep, borders, and pavers vs. concrete.
Driveway Paving Cost Guide
Asphalt, concrete, gravel, and pavers by size, plus maintenance and permits.
Deck Railing Cost Guide
Wood, composite, aluminum, cable, and glass railing by the linear foot.
Stamped Concrete Cost Guide
Patterns, colors, borders, sealing, and stamped concrete vs. pavers.
Concrete Driveway Cost Guide
Thickness, reinforcement, finishes, and concrete vs. asphalt.
Shed Foundation Cost Guide
Gravel, skids, concrete, deck blocks, and piers compared.
Fence Gate Cost Guide
Walk-through, driveway, and automatic gate prices by material.
Deck Stairs Cost Guide
Per-step prices, railing, landings, and stair code requirements.
Concrete Patio Cost Guide
Broom, colored, exposed, and stamped finishes by size.
Retaining Wall Cost Guide
Block, timber, concrete, boulder, and gabion walls per square foot.
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How these estimates are built
Cost guides online tend to fail in one of two ways: they quote a single national average that is wrong for almost everyone, or they quote a price with no labor included. We do neither.
- Installed ranges, not material-only prices. Every number includes standard materials, site prep, and professional labor for the project.
- A range instead of false precision. A 150-foot fence can legitimately cost $2,300 or $4,500 depending on region, access, and terrain. We show both ends.
- Adjustments you can see. Size, material upgrades, removal, and local cost level are calculated separately so you can see what is driving the number.
- Updated for 2026. Ranges reflect current lumber, vinyl, and metal prices plus typical contractor labor rates.