I bought a house in June that needs quite a lot of upkeep & maintenance. Unfortunately, one of the things it's going to need right away is the wooden fence replaced. I would like to accomplish this in sections, working on the worst parts first, and doing it myself.
Also, the fence needs to be attached to my neighbors new fence. Best method/materials?
Alternate question: What sources are best for instructions?
2007-03-15 07:55:49 · 5 answers · asked by amydealiah 2 in Home & Garden ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
By all means go to Home Depot or Lowes. I have found their associates very helpful. Be sure to ask these question of whoever you contact.
1. How deep should the post hole be? (Usually 18-24")
2. How do you align the posts and keep them plumb while the cement sets?
3. Do I use metal hangers for the rails, (the horizontal 2x4's,) or just nail them on. (Metal hangers are best and a lot easier, but be sure to use the "Teko" nails or the warrenty will be voided.)
4. Should I paint with waterbase or oil base or should I just stain?
5. I almost forgot to mention this. Ask if you should treat the posts with a preservative before you set them. I mention this because rotted posts are usually the biggest problem down the line.
I hope this helps.
Author2go
2007-03-23 05:47:51 · answer #1 · answered by author2go 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If part of the fence is "good neighbor" fence, the neighbor should be willing to share the cost that boarders his property. The best instructions in your case, study the construction that exists, and copy that method. If the existing is "pecky cedar" by all means do not use that material again. I've some bad experience with that. Red wood is expensive, but worth the cost.
2007-03-15 08:03:39 · answer #2 · answered by Boof 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Reguardless of which side is out verify your property line. If the fencing is right on the line, its your fence and your responsibility for the posts.
2016-03-16 21:08:39 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
you can buy sectional fences already to go and they are cheap in price,just buy cement and a few 4by4s depending on the size of the property.then measure the sectionals and put the 4by4s where the sectionals would meet and dig a hole put the 4by4 in it and cement it let it dry and screw your sectionals fast.if you dont know how to mix cement i have scene times where people have just dumed the mix in the hole then coverd with dirt and let the rain do the mixing for you then let it dry
2007-03-15 12:46:06 · answer #4 · answered by chad k 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
home depot
2007-03-15 08:01:55 · answer #5 · answered by lilpinay 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋