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Every calculator and cost guide on the site, grouped by project type. Each guide shows installed cost ranges for 2026, not material-only prices.
Updated November 2026 · U.S. pricing
Calculators
Enter your dimensions and specifications for a real-time installed cost range.
Fence Cost Calculator
Wood, vinyl, chain link, aluminum, composite, or wrought iron — with gates, removal, and regional pricing.
Deck Cost Calculator
Pressure-treated, cedar, composite, or PVC — with railing, stairs, height, and removal.
Concrete Slab Cost Calculator
Patios, driveways, and shed pads by size, thickness, finish, and reinforcement.
Shed Cost Calculator
Shed size, siding, foundation type, doors, windows, electrical, and permits.
Paver Patio Cost Calculator
Concrete pavers, brick, flagstone, or travertine with patterns, borders, and fire pits.
Driveway Cost Calculator
Asphalt, concrete, gravel, pavers, or stamped concrete by size and base depth.
Fence costs
Material comparison, removal, permits, and maintenance — the costs beyond the fence itself.
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 Gate Cost
Walk gates, drive gates, automation, and what installation adds.
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.
Decks and railings
What deck extras cost once the framing and decking are priced.
Deck Railing Cost
Wood, composite, aluminum, and cable railing prices per linear foot.
Deck Stairs Cost
Per-step pricing, stringers, landings, and code requirements.
Concrete and masonry
Flatwork, decorative finishes, and retaining structures.
Concrete Patio Cost
Plain, stamped, and exposed aggregate patio prices by size.
Stamped Concrete Cost
Pattern, color, and sealer costs compared with pavers.
Concrete Driveway Cost
Thickness, reinforcement, joints, and removal of an old driveway.
Retaining Wall Cost
Block, timber, and poured-wall prices by height and length.
Sheds and foundations
Structure and base costs, from a gravel pad to a concrete slab.
Shed Cost
Storage, garden, and workshop sheds by size, siding, and finish level.
Shed Foundation Cost
Skids, gravel, and concrete pads, plus what your shed size requires.
Patios and driveways
Hardscape costs beyond poured concrete.
Paver Patio Cost
Paver types, base prep, patterns, and borders priced per square foot.
Driveway Paving Cost
Asphalt, gravel, pavers, and stamped concrete compared.
Where to start
If you are early in planning, use a calculator first — it shows how much each choice changes the total, which is faster than reading six guides in sequence. If you already have a quote in hand, the material guides explain what a fair per-foot or per-square-foot price looks like so you can compare line items.
Every estimate on this site is an installed range that includes standard materials, fasteners, footings, and professional labor. Ranges widen where site conditions genuinely vary, such as slope, access, and soil. For a full explanation of how the numbers are built, see our methodology.