How to Install a Vinyl Fence in Your Backyard

In this short post, we go into the step-by-step process for vinyl fence installations.  As vinyl fencing comes with panels that lock into place, installation is quite simple.

​Tools Needed

• Post hole digger
• String line

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​​Materials Needed

• Vinyl fence posts
• Gravels
• Can of spray paint
• 2 x 4s​

Step 1: Define the Property Line
It's important to know exactly where the property lines are drawn in accordance with legal purchase documents for your property.

Step 2: Draw Fence Line
After there is clarity on the property line, it's time to draw the fence line. You'll want to mark the locations of the corner holes and line posts with your can of spray paint.  Ensure the distance between posts (typically 8 feet) matches that of your vinyl panels.

Step 3: Temporarily Set the Vinyl Posts
With assistance from the post hole digger, clear out holes about 24 inches deep and 10 inches wide.  Fill in the first 2 to 3 inches of the holes with gravel for easier drainage.  While ensuring the posts are level, insert corner posts in each hole.  Brace each fence post with a 2 x 4 that are attached to the post tops and the ground.

Step 4: Set Height with String Line
Ensure the string is taut & level and then run through each corner post.  This will provide a check to make sure the posts are installed at an even height.  When sure the corner posts are even, place all remaining posts in holes while making sure each is plumb (& even with the nearest corner post).

Step 5: Assemble Vinyl Panels
Panels come in three parts: bottom rail, slats and top rail.  These needs to be assembled based on the fence manufacturer's manual.  Once you're able to snap in the the top and bottom rails you'll know the fence panels are assembled properly.

Step 6: Set the Fence Posts
After mixing fast-dry cement, pour into fence post holes so that they are completely filled.  We recommend leaving the 2x4 in place for 24 hours until the cement settles. Once done, apply PVC cement filling to the inside of the post caps and install on top of the posts.

If you'd like consultation from a professional, call us today! 
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