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Whether you’re getting ready to build your own fence or hiring someone to do it for you, chances are you’re a little obsessed with wood fence specifications.

However, while you might be focusing on the big picture things like whether you want horizontal or vertical boards, how high your fence will be, and what kind of finish you want, there are small details that can have a big impact on your fence design and durability. If you’re asking how far off the ground should a wood fence be, you’re on the right track. Here’s what you need to know.

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There are many ways that a fence can get damaged. Sometimes it’s because a vehicle drives into it, or a tree falls on a section of it. Other times it’s because someone has intentionally cut through your fence – especially if you have a wire mesh fence. Sometimes, it’s just age and the elements that wear some parts out.

If you’re wondering how much does a fence repair cost because you’re trying to figure out if it’s worth fixing your fence, you’re not alone. Here’s what you need to know.

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The most common method of installing fence posts that we have all seen is to dig a hole, place the post in the hole and fill it with concrete. Methods might differ a little from one type of fence to another and in different parts of the world, but the process is mostly the same.

However, for many different reasons, you might not want to install your fence with concrete bases. If you’re wondering how to install fence posts without concrete, you’re in the right place! Here’s what you need to know.

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In a perfect world, every fence line would be perfectly level, the soil will always be perfect for excavations, and it would always be a sunny day when you install your fence.

Unfortunately, we don’t live in a perfect world, and every fence project comes with some challenges. Let’s take a closer look at how to install fences on uneven ground and what your options are.

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Rain is a fact of life, no matter where in the world you live. Whether you get rain in the spring, summer or winter, unless you live in a desert, there’s probably some time of the year when you need an umbrella!

Unfortunately, rain can interrupt some kinds of construction, which makes it a problem for customers and contractors. If you’re wondering if you can install a fence in the rain, you need to read this!

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Even the most durable fence systems do need some maintenance to keep performing and looking their best. If you discover that one or more metal fence posts are leaning, it may be possible to fix them rather than replace them.

Let’s take a closer look at how to fix a leaning metal post in concrete, as well as situations where this might not be possible.

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Getting a new fence is exciting, but it also usually means that you’ll have some old fence, vegetation, and other waste to remove from your property.

Many fence companies don’t offer waste removal services, although they might give you a price to take your fence down. So what are your options, and where do you dispose of old fence panels? Let’s take a look at the options.

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If you live in an area that gets snow in the winter, you might already know that it’s tricky (and expensive) to install fence posts in concrete in the wintertime. If you do try to do it, you need special heating systems to keep the ground warm enough for the chemical hardening process of the concrete to happen.

That’s not ideal for most fences. However, you might be wondering if pounded posts are an option. The question is, can you pound metal fence posts into frozen ground? Here’s what you need to know.

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Sometimes, when you’re looking for quotes for nearly any kind of service for your home or commercial property, you’ll get a quote that is much cheaper than the others.

It’s always tempting to save some money, but in some cases, cheap fence installation quotes could be the beginning of a big headache. Here’s what you need to know and find out before you accept any quote that seems too good to be true.

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Whether you’ve bought a fence that you want to install yourself, are having it installed by someone else, or want to refresh an existing fence, you might be tempted to modify it in some way.

However, before you fire up the welder, plug in the grinder or get your paint supplies ready, there are a few things you need to know about on-site modifications to fences.

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If you’re installing a fence around an electrical substation, a large generator or something else that generates or stores electrical power, you might be wondering, can metal fences become accidentally electrified?

If they can, the next question is, what can you do to protect workers, the public, and anyone else who might come into contact with your fence?. Here’s what you need to know.

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The best way to find out what your fence will cost is to ask three or four fence companies to give you a quote. However, many people want to have some information before they contact fence companies so they know what to expect.

One of the more common questions people ask is how fence cost is calculated. Here’s a breakdown of what goes into the process.

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One of the more common questions people ask about fences is how long does it take to build a fence. Like many things in the fence world, the answer is that it depends on a lot of factors. How much fencing do you need? What kind of fence are you having installed?

Assuming you are talking about a residential fence around a backyard, which would usually be anything from about 100 to 200 linear feet, let’s look at the numbers.

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Whether you are planning a new fence or have an existing one, it’s not uncommon to wonder if a concrete mow strip under your fence is a good idea – and how they work.

Lets take a closer look at what concrete mow strips are, why they are used, and how they are installed or constructed.

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Cinder blocks, or concrete blocks or cement blocks as they are known in some parts of the world, are a very popular building material. Their large size means they cut labor costs, and they’re a lot cheaper than bricks.

However, if you need to build a fence on this type of wall, this does raise the question of whether you can install a fence on a cinder block wall. Here’s what you need to know.

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Depending on where you live (and where you come from), you might not be too familiar with the concept of frost heave. As you can imagine from the name, it’s not something you have to worry about in warmer climates!

However, in cold places, frost heave can be a big problem for fences and gates. Here’s what you need to know.

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Sometimes, the fence you need to have installed runs over an existing parking area or roadway. This means that there’s a layer of asphalt (or tarmac if you’re not in North America!) that you will need to contend with.

Let’s take a closer look at how to cut asphalt for fence posts, dig holes without damaging the surface, and repair the surface after you’ve finished.

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If you’re wondering how to install chain link fence on a slope, you’ve come to the right place.

In this article, we’re going to look at the process of installing chain link fence on a slope step by step, so you can get it done right.

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There are many reasons why you might be wondering how to make a chain link fence taller. Maybe you moved to a new home, and the fence is too low for your dog. Or maybe you have a commercial property that needs a little more security.

The good news is that there are several answers to the question of how to make a chain link fence taller. Here’s everything you need to know.

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If you’ve got less than ideal soil on your property, and you still want to install a fence, you’re probably wondering how to dig fence post holes in rocky ground.

Fortunately, there are several possibilities that might allow you to install a fence even if you do have a rocky fence line. Here’s what you need to know about how to dig fence post holes in rocky ground at your home or on any other kind of fence project.