Things You'll Need:
- Metal fence posts (also known as T-posts)
- Fence-post driver
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Step 1
Determine the amount of spacing you want between fence posts. Such spacing will depend on the purpose of the fence and the local terrain.
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Step 2
Select the specific location where you will drive the fence post. Look for a location that appears free of rocks, debris or potential sub-surface obstructions.
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Step 3
Position the metal fence post in the chosen location with the bottom tip resting on the ground. Make sure the fence post is pointed straight up and the proper side of the post is facing in your direction.
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Step 4
Slide the fence-post driver over the top end of the metal post until the driver is resting on the top end of the post.
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Step 5
Grab the handles of the fence-post driver in both hands and raise it several inches above its resting position on the top of the fence post.
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Step 6
Pull sharply downward on the fence-post driver until the driver strikes the top of the fence post with forceful impact. The force will drive the post into the ground.
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Step 7
Repeat Steps 5 and 6 until the fence post has been driven a sufficient distance into the ground. Remove the fence-post driver from the post and proceed to the next location.
