Fence post next to house foundation
I saw an interesting search phrase today- “Setting posts next to a house or structure”, and thought it would make an good topic to blog about. When setting posts next to a house, there will be a few obsticles. Basically underground utilities, the foundation, and water drainage pipes. The underground utilities are easy enough to get around. Call NC OneCall or your local underground utilities locator service. This is free of charge and can save you a huge headach, and possilbly your life! The foundation and drainage pipes are simple to overcome also. When the foundation for the house is poured, it is common for it to stick out about 6″-8″ from the house. This part of the foundation will be underground and you will never know it is there untill you dig. In newer homes, and some older homes, a 6″ black plastice drainage pipe is layed next to the foundation wall, again underground. The drainage pipe is usually surrounder by gravel. It is important not to block this pipe. If you block the pipe, water can not properly drain and you could end up with standing water in your crawlspace. Its not a good idea to cut through the pipe and fill it with concrete! A
Fence Post on top of concrete footing
I need to install a fence post, however I grasp the position I'm looking to put it in has a concrete footing beneath for a perpendicular wall that juts out from the main house to form a flat roofed entrance area. The top surface of that footing I highly challenge to be at the 600mm depth I want to bury the fence post which leads me to figure out the best way to proceed. I'm looking to hang a 1m wide gate off this post.
I believe I've got two options;
Drill some 8mm holes in to that footing, travel in some rebar and post-crete the fence post in place on top of the imaginative footing - using the imaginative footing as support. I'd then need to cut the superior of the fence post to suit the height of the rest of the fence. Con to this, likely won't own full 600mm of post buried in the ground.
Core drill a big old hole in the footing, kango it out, and sit the fence share at the correct depth, and backfill with postcrete - seems the smarter option, but could prove a PITA to achieve.
What are your thoughts?
How to Reinforce Fence Posts and Strengthen Your Fence at the Same Time
The Foundation of a Durable Fence
Fence post reinforcement is the key to extending the life of your fence and preventing costly repairs or full replacement. If you’re looking for a quick solution to reinforce your fence posts, here are the most effective methods:
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How close can you dig a post hole to your house?
Call before you dig is a service that marks out the utilities coming into the house. Drains and or sewers are not usually part of the mark out on the property being called in about.
The drain line of the side of the home could run shallow... Meaning it could be as high as 3 or 4 inches from grade.
As for digging close to the home, or not.. I would dig down until you come close to the tube or piping that used for drainage from the home. You might actually get down enough to hold the pipe in securely.
If anything you can dig around the pipe and put a bend in the pipe to still secure the pipe for use of an end post. In that, you would dig down to the pipe in the ground, dig past it on an angle away from the house and then measure down where the horizontal drain pipe is...bend the post at that measurement and level the post above ground. Cement into place waiting for the cement to cure before stretching the wire.
If this does not seem like it would work for your application I would say dig the post down as close to the drainage pipe as possible and then attach the neighboring post with use of a butterfly clamp... it
How To Install a Fence Post
Fence posts support your fence, define property lines, provide privacy, and upgrade your home’s exterior. This guide will help you correctly install and maintain your new fence posts, keeping them safe and weather-resistant. While DIY installation is possible for many homeowners, don’t hesitate to hire a professional if you have major problems, find the project too complex, or have doubts about your skills or safety.
Types of Fence Posts
Different types of fence post materials have their own advantages, so consider the fence type, climate, and personal preference:
- Metal: Such as steel or aluminum, strong and rot-resistant
- Vinyl: Low-maintenance option that won’t splinter or decay
- Wood: Traditional and blends well with natural surroundings
Factors Affecting Fence Post-Installation
Soil type will have a major impact on your installation, as sandy or clay soils may require different installation techniques. Freeze-thaw cycles or high winds can affect the depth of your post and any anchoring methods you use. Local building codes and property lines must also be considered to stay in compliance and avoid disputes with n