How to Install a Fence Post

Brief 

Want to learn how to install a fence post to save yourself paying a professional to do the job for you? You’ve come to the right place. It may be one of those garden jobs which, like me, you’d automatically dismiss as being outside your skill set and immediately turn to a professional to take on.

Insight

However you might discover that once you’ve made yourself aware of the basic principles, it could indeed be something you could achieve yourself. Particularly if it’s just one or two fence posts which need replacing.

First off, before you pick up that shovel and start digging your post hole, you’ll need to check the deeds for your house. See whether you or your neighbor is responsible for the boundary in question. If it’s your neighbor’s and they don’t agree to replacing or repairing it, you can build your own next to it. But to avoid any potential awkwardness it’s a good idea to inform neighbors of your plans.

Part of making a decision on your garden fence ideas, or indeed any DIY garden project, is considering the costs involved. When it comes to the cost of fence posts, timber is usually the cheapest option. However, check what treatment they have been given before you buy them. Without the right treatment they can be prone to rot, which does not make for a sound investment.

There’s also the concrete option, which may not be the most visually appealing, but you will find they will last longer than timber and can always be disguised with a lick of masonry paint.

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A good solid garden boundary is not only crucial for security but also for creating privacy fence ideas. And from a visual perspective it can really enhance the general appearance of your garden by giving it a smooth finish.