3
1
2
3
Post Location:
Measure the width of the fence panel (X) plus the width
of the post (Y). This is the common center-to-center
measurement (unless there is a cut-down panel) for post
hole location (Fig. 2).
Post Installation:
Dig the fi rst two post holes. Hole size should be dug based
on the following determination: Depth is determined by
your local frost line measurements plus 6" for gravel/fi ller
(Fig. 3). Width is determined by the post size. See chart
below for measurements:
Diameters based on post size:
10" for 5" x 5" post
8" for 4" x 4" post
Fig. 2
5x5 Post
5x5 Post
Example:
Example:
Frost Line
Gravel/
Filler
6"
10"
X+Y
Y
X
Fig. 3
Insert 6" of gravel/fi ller into the bottom of both holes and
then set both posts into the ground and level the fi rst post.
Add wet or dry concrete mix according to manufacturer’s
instructions to the top of the fi rst post hole. Make sure
panel will be 2" above the ground (Fig. 4)
After setting fi rst fence section, proceed systematically
with post, panel, post, etc.
Fig. 4
Post
Concrete
Gravel
Mark the fence location using string and line stakes (Fig.
1).
NOTE:
Plan gate placement, opening and hardware
clearance before installing fencing.
Fig. 1
