Chain Link Fence Line Post Height

By mastering this lesson you will be able to set chain link fence posts so that the fence is both pleasing to the eye and functional.

Chain link fence line post height.

Measure the height of the chain link fabric. To set your posts at the correct height it s helpful to mark the ground line on them before setting them in the holes. As chain link fence posts are smaller and sturdier than many other types the holes should be smaller and can be farther apart. Set the terminal posts first.

Our yardgard 2 19 50 in. These posts can be used at the end of a line of fence at a fence corner or for gate posts. They ll be the height of the chain link fabric plus two inches. Calculate the height of the line post s to be installed.

The line posts will be the height of the fabric minus two inches. Line posts are marked at 5 9. Subtract 2 from the height to allow for the top rail. You must attach new tension bands to the corner and end posts.

16 gauge galvanized steel terminal post is part of the fence framework and helps support the chain link fabric. Attach new chain link fence fabric to the new posts and top rails using a fence with a width that is equal to the new fence height. Follow the fence manufacturer s. String line level post hole digger stakes hammer sludge hammer marking paint marker or crayon 20 tape measure 200 tape measure shovel spade ladder wheel barrow or hand held mechanical earth drill.

X our yardgard 2 19 50 in. Here a 6 high fence is being installed.