How To Erect a Fence
If you’ve ever wanted to do your garden up, but can’t afford to hire someone to come in and do it for you, you have come to the right place. Following our simple step-by-step guide, you can have your new fence in no time; the only tricky bit is making sure you’ve got the correct method for your specific type of ground.
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Choosing the right method for you
There are various ways of putting up a fence and they differ depending on the type of ground you are working on. For ease of reference, we’ve put together a list of the types to choose from and what works best with them:
- Fence Post Spikes - best used with firm soil.
- Concrete Fence Post Support - best used with firm soil.
- Postcrete - appropriate for application to concrete flooring.
- Bolt Down Post Support – best used with concrete.
- Fence Post Repair Spur - best used with firm soil.
- Concrete Repair Spur - best used when the ground isn’t suitable for spikes.
Erecting a fence in soil
Firstly, you need to decide where to put your fence. To do this, simply use string to outline where you want the fence to go. You can then use a piece of wood cut to the width of the fence panels to space the posts out. Use a coloured spray or a marker to outline the positions of the posts.
Once you are happy with the placement for your fencing, using a driving tool and a sledgehammer, firmly hammer the post spokes into the soil. Ensure you’ve done all your marked places and make sure they are level.
Finally, you need to use your hammer again to knock the wooden fencing into the post spikes. Make sure they are secure and level and then you’re done.
Erecting a fence in concrete
Firstly, decide where your fence is going to go. Mark where the posts will be and measure the distance using the fencing to ensure the gaps are wide enough. Place your fence post supports onto the concrete and drill the holes for the screws.
Use a drill to fasten the screws to the concrete and place the fence post inside the support. You can now tighten the bolts at the bottom of the support to keep the post upright and level. Use a spirit level for assistance.
Finally, you need to use a hammer to knock the wooden fencing into the post spikes. Make sure they are secure and level and then you’re done.
*How To articles are intended as advice only. Please refer to your completion documents for specific information on lease and covenant restrictions and maintenance of your home.*
