🏕️ Hoop House Cost Calculator

Estimate the cost to build a hoop house for season extension or crop protection. Covers plastic sheeting, greenhouse film, and shade cloth coverings.

Project Details

Length (ft)

Length of the hoop house along the row

Width (ft)

Width of the hoop house side to side

Covering Type (1=plastic sheeting, 2=greenhouse film, 3=shade cloth)

1 = basic poly sheeting, 2 = UV-stable greenhouse film, 3 = shade cloth for summer

Enter your details and hit Calculate to see results.

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✓ Space hoops every 4 feet along the row for good shape retention
✓ Use 1/2-inch or 3/4-inch PVC for spans up to 6 ft wide; metal conduit for wider spans
✓ Greenhouse film (4-mil or 6-mil poly) lasts 3–4 seasons; basic sheeting lasts 1–2
✓ Secure the base with wiggle wire channel for a professional, no-sag finish
✓ Leave both ends open or add zipper doors for walk-in access
✓ Shade cloth (30–50%) extends summer crops into hot months by cutting heat