Chain Link Fence Mesh Calculator
Estimate chain-link fence mesh length, roll quantity, covered area and material cost after subtracting gate openings.
Default project preview
3 rolls
Net mesh length
142 ft
Order length
149.1 ft
Mesh area
894.6 ft²
Unused roll length
0.9 ft
Calculator
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Enter the project details and calculate a rounded material estimate.
Methodology
Transparent calculation
BuildMeter converts every input to a consistent internal unit, applies the selected allowance, and rounds products up to whole purchasable units.
Net mesh length = total fence run − gate openings. Overlap and cutting allowance is added. Rolls are rounded up from the entered roll length.
FAQ
Chain Link Fence Mesh Calculator questions
Should gate widths be subtracted?+
Yes. Gate openings do not normally receive continuous fence fabric.
Does this calculate posts and top rail?+
No. It estimates chain-link fabric rolls only.
Why add overlap allowance?+
Ends, corners, tensioning and field cuts can consume additional mesh length.