How to Fix a Chain Link Fence

Chain link fences are as common as apple pie, especially in suburbia America. They were used as a simple barrier between yards without blocking the view. It was not quite as obtrusive as a blockade fence but stronger than a picket fence. Usually a very strong fence, the chain link can be messed up by a collision with anything that has enough force to break the individual wires. If the damage is small, it can easily be repaired with a few simple tools.

Things You'll Need

• wire cutters
• pliers
• come-a-long
• new length of wire

Instructions

1. Using a come-a-long, attach the two hooks to the good sections of the fence and pull the two sides of the chain link fence close enough together to repair.

2. Cut any damaged wire away with the wire cutters. Secure the loose ends by twisting them around a couple of times at the link.

3. Start 'sewing' the hole back together with the new stretch of wire, giving the wire a twist at each link and bending it 90 degrees to get to the next link until the hole is closed.

4. Finish the end of the wire by twisting it a couple of times around the original wire and then cut it close. Trim the beginning of the repair wire the same way.

5. Release the come-a-long and review your results. Hopefully, it will pass your inspection.

Tips & Warnings

• Repairs for large sections can be done with a patch.

• Metal hangers can be used for short repairs.