Planning on building a chainlink fence and I have a question about setting the posts. Do all the posts have to be cemented or just the corner and gate posts? I had considered driving the intermediate posts with a T-post driver to save time. considering that the strain of stretching the fence fabric is only on the corner and gate posts, I thought I might get away with it. Whatta you think?
2007-06-12 22:04:39 · 8 answers · asked by mountaindesertminer 3 in Home & Garden ➔ Do It Yourself (DIY)
I've installed miles of fence and haven't done it that way, but other answers suggest too, that it can be done. Without knowing the type of soil, or hardpack at any depth you could get away with it.
In any case the post should be in the ground at no less than 2 ft. on any job I ever do, and perhaps instead of PIPE supports for the span, use farm fence angle iron steel posts with fencing material HOOKS and a shovel anchor at the base. Depending on the span of the fence, chain link is best stretched from post to post, not strictly corner to corner, and a DIY can accomplish moderate success even using a "comealong" and hooks. Certainly it helps to have some help. I'd also sugget that the initial post or the beginning chain end be anchored in some way to a building or tree for added support when stretching. You may also have to have top/horizontal pipe bracing?
I probably wouldn't do the post install exactly as you suggest, given the labor intensity, especially in POUNDING every post in whatever span you have to run. That notion also alludes to any obstacles, unseen, in the ground line where the fence will be installed.
Steven Wolf
2007-06-13 01:16:15 · answer #1 · answered by DIY Doc 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
About the time you try for a short cut, your going to pay for it in the end and, have to put in more time then you would have if you'd done it right the first time around.
I would take the time, with a fence this expensive, and do it right, cement the posts all then way around.
You didn't say what was going to be in the fence but, from your avatar I would guess your in the Country so, maybe a horse or cow? whatever, it's best to do it right the first time.
My daughter did this with her horses, then she got a deal on a Belgian, now, the Belgian thinks it's great to scratch on the fence. My daughter now spends more time fixing the fence, which is always loose because she took short cuts, she could have done it right and saved some time, now has to do most of it over.
2007-06-12 23:13:32 · answer #2 · answered by cowboydoc 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
They can if they get bored. You need fencing that is at least 3 and 1/2 feet tall--4 ft is better. The electric fencing is the best inexpensive option but you will need someone to install the posts properly for you--you should be able to run the electrical tape yourself by closely following the directions--you will need at least 3 strands of it or the horse may be able to go under it or break through it easily.You may also need to have electrical service run to where you want the fencing so you can use it or depending on your location you might be able to use solar power and a battery to run it. (If you use electrical fencing then you must keep all grass and weeds cut away from it or it will short out and not work) If you have a state agricultural agent you can contact them for information. You also need to call local vets and find out what routine shots and worming will cost you and what local farriers charge to trim and/or shoe. You should also make sure that you have at least $1,000 for unexpected vet bills or other needs. Good luck.
2016-03-13 22:09:32 · answer #3 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
That will do fine unless you have children, pets etc jumping or leaning on the fence, Another problem you might encounter is keep the post level and straight when driving it in, so I guess its up to you on the final result, digging a post hole and cement will ensure a straight strong fence and just driving the post will give you a weak and maybe a crooked looking fence, if your going to drive the post I would use the T-type post which will be stronger and you can bend them a little to straighten them. Good luck
2007-06-12 22:28:27 · answer #4 · answered by Bill O 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you are planning to start on your woodworking project, this isn't something you should use, it's something that you would be insane not to. Go here https://tr.im/FwtgK
Truth is, I've been a carpenter for almost 36 years, and I haven't found anything like this for less than 10's of thousands of dollars.
2016-05-01 18:38:03 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
the permanent strain is on the corners, but when you actually stretch the fence, it is easier to stretch off every post and will give you a much tighter run on the chain link, cement them all, or at least every other one, when stretching time comes you will thank me,
2007-06-12 23:09:56 · answer #6 · answered by TRboi 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes they should be. The easiest way to do this is to set the corner pipes then run twine or string along the ground so it will line up.
2007-06-12 22:30:07 · answer #7 · answered by Dish 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
all the post shuold be cemented,
2007-06-15 16:57:02 · answer #8 · answered by luka 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋