Installing A Vinyl Fence Post

Follow the specific manufacturer s directions regarding vinyl fence sections as some may slide halfway into the post.

Installing a vinyl fence post.

Using the flat end of a digging bar or a 4 x 4 tamp the bottom of each post hole to provide a firm base for the fence post footing. When staking out line posts on a slope for a step method installation you ll need a true horizontal measurement for post placement. Fill the hole with concrete mix to secure your vinyl fence post. Make sure that all the vinyl fence posts are level with each other.

It goes without saying but unlike wood or metal pvc fence posts cannot be driven into the ground. Rule of thumb 30 inches works best with most pvc fence posts. The fence gradually steps up the slope so that each bay section is the same length and the rails are level instead of parallel to the slope. Vinyl post caps will give your fence the finishing touches and cost between 3 6 00 per post cap.

Installing vinyl material fence posts in the ground. As you install each section of vinyl fence you remove the stake. Generally vinyl fence sections snap right into place. The are installed on either end of the fence panel and are required for stability.

Insert the vinyl fence post in the hole. Use a line level to ensure the string is level. 4 x4 posts will run in the range of 25 40 per post. Installing a vinyl fence on a slope requires the use of the step method.

Do the same with the remaining fence posts. Vinyl fence gates will run you about 150 250 00 depending upon on how fancy you want to get. How to install vinyl fence posts stretch a string across the yard to establish the fence line. The most important part of the post hole is the bottom.

Dig out completely then back fill.