How to Fasten Fence Posts to Concrete
There are many reasons to build a fence. Among these are aesthetics, privacy, durability, and cost. Fences are great for keeping people out while keeping children and dogs in. There are many different materials and styles to choose from. One constant with all of these is the fence post. These are typically installed in the ground, but can also be attached to concrete. Does this Spark an idea?
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Things You'll Need
- Wood preserver (optional)
- Cones
- Sockets with Baseplates
- Sharp Masonry Bit
- Hammer action electric drill
- Bolts
- Level
- Pieces of roofing slate
- Fence posts
Instructions
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Saturate the bottom 1/3 of your posts with wood preserver and let them sit overnight, if using untreated wood.
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Figure out where the fence should be located. Mark off the area with cones starting at the corners and then spacing them 6 to 8 feet apart.
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Verify that each socket with baseplate is level and even. If the socket with baseplates are not even, old pieces of roofing slate will work to level it. A socket with baseplate is a metal piece that has a square socket that the fence post fits into. There is a baseplate under the socket (it's all one piece) that is attached to the concrete, holding the fence posts securely in place. Secure the baseplates to the concrete by positioning and drilling the fixing holes using a sharp masonry bit and a hammer action electric drill. Then bolt the baseplate into place.
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Secure each fence post in the sockets with bolts. Verify that each is level and in line with the previous fence post.
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Tips & Warnings
Make sure you know where your property line is before you start installing a new fence. Call your local government to make sure there aren't any required permits and to learn the local codes if there are any. If using wood, cedar is a great wood to use. It doesn't need to be treated as do most other raw woods.
