A concrete footing. Even though the concrete hardening (technically known as curing) process begins quickly, you should leave the posts undisturbed for at least two days after pouring the concrete.

Every single time we do a home improvement project we learn something new and interesting. Recently, we found ourselves forced to rebuild a 35-year-old section of fence that was literally rotten to ...

Q. A post that is part of my stockade fence is loose. When the wind blows the fence rocks back and forth and makes the post weaker. Can I fix this myself? I am a senior citizen and don't want to be ...

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A. 1) Both concrete and hot top are good, but you can save money by doing the prep work for poured concrete. Excavate 12 inches, and add 6 inches of crushed stone for drainage, and pour 6 inches of ...

A loose post is making the fence lean - Matthew Ashmore/Shutterstock A good fence can be an important factor in your home's security and give kids and pets a safe place to play. It also impacts the ...