Ways to Install Fence Posts

If you are going to install fence posts, then the first thing that you need to check is how deep the holes should be. Generally, corner posts must be set approximately 42 inches deep, because these posts carry the total weight of the fence boards. The posts, which hold the boards, are known as line posts. These posts should be dug to at least 30 inches deep.

The depth of the holes does not ensure a successful set up, but the materials utilized while setting the fence posts also play an important factor.

After digging the holes, you should take precautions regarding water intrusion. You need to make an arrangement so that water, which goes down the holes, will be drained away and consequently avoiding wood-rot.

Next step is to place approximately 15 inches of local stones in the hole. There is no need to purchase these stones, as you will get them in the nearby area. After that, you need to flatten the local stones into place. Do this after every 15 inches until the holes get filled. Wooden gate & fence posts will be in level and secure if the stones are firmly in place.

Another step in the installation of gate & fence posts is to fill the holes up to 1/3rd of its depth utilizing concrete. After doing this, you need to make sure that fence posts are at level. You should check the level of gate & fence posts regularly.

Finally, to take additional precautions over wood-rot, you need to pour a few inches of concrete around the bottom of the post. It will make sure that the water will definitely drain away from wood when it rains and will not go down to the foundations of the wooden fence posts.