How Do You 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. Saturate the bottom 1/3 of your posts with wood preserver and let them sit overnight, if using untreated wood. 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. 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
