A-Z of DIY & Building Guides How To Erect A Fence

Date Published:

18/06/2008

Contributed by

George Clarke
Property and Design Expert

George Clarke's guide to erecting a fence.

Time required:
Depends on size of garden but allow at least a day for fitting the posts

Cost:
From about £25 for a 6 x 6ft panel

Skill level:
Low

You'll need:
Spirit level; drill/driver; gloves; string and pegs; sledge hammer (for metal spikes); spade; spirit level; tape measure; saw; hammer; spanner

Overview: Fences are still the most popular method of defining a garden boundary. They are cheaper than stone or brick and easy and quick to erect with only a few tools. The type you choose can depend on the amount you want to pay and what you want from the fence. Does it need to improve security and/or privacy or is it going to be more of a decorative feature or space for climbing plants to grow? Before you start, trim any overhanging tree branches or shrubs along the path of the new fence. Then, stretch a string line between two pegs to use as a guide for fixing the posts in a straight line. If you're using concrete, see How To Set Fence Posts In Concrete.

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