Live linear-foot totals from the canvas
Every segment updates the measured footage as the layout changes, including the additional fabric length created by slopes.
Fence takeoff software should estimate posts, rails, fabric, fittings, gates, and hardware from the fence layout, then keep those quantities tied to the customer quote and crew handoff.

Why contractors search for fence takeoff software
FenceTracer treats the drawing as the quantity source. Runs, corners, gates, slopes, and style changes feed fence-specific material recipes, so an estimator can inspect why each post, rail, panel, or fitting is present before pricing the work.
Every segment updates the measured footage as the layout changes, including the additional fabric length created by slopes.
Line, terminal, corner, and gate-post quantities come from the geometry and configured spacing rules rather than manual counting.
Map catalogue slots and quantity rules by fence type so wood, chain link, vinyl, ornamental, composite, and welded systems produce different lists.
Estimators, purchasing staff, and crew leads can review the same takeoff without adding paid seats or copying projects between tools.
Use cases
Trace an irregular yard, add openings, and review measured footage before a residential proposal is priced.
Assign different assemblies to individual segments when a single property changes height, material, or finish.
Turn approved quantities into a pick list that purchasing and the yard can review before material leaves the shop.
Keep the drawing and the logic behind the quantities available when installers question a count on site.
Contractor operations workflow
Draw runs, corners, openings, slopes, and gates where they belong in the job.
Check linear feet, posts, rails, fabric, fittings, gates, and hardware before pricing.
Avoid copying takeoff totals into a separate spreadsheet just to build the proposal.
Keep the quantity logic connected when the job moves from sales to production.
FAQ
Yes. FenceTracer can calculate fence-specific quantities from a drawn layout, including linear feet, posts, gates, rails, fabric, hardware, and other material needs depending on the configured fence style.
FenceTracer is optimized for contractors quoting from site sketches and field measurements. It is built for fast layout-to-quote workflows rather than generic commercial plan takeoff.
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