How Do You Plan A Chain Link Fence?
If you have children or pets you want to keep inside your yard–or if you want to keep other people’s children and pets out of your yard–you need a fence. A chain-link fence is a popular option. But before you start digging post holes, give some thought to where you want the fence to go. And do your homework to make sure you are not digging into underground utilities or violating a local ordinance. Locate your property lines, so you are sure to put your fence on your own property. Contact your county or city offices to ask if there are any restrictions for fences in your neighborhood. Call 811, the national “Call Before You Dig” line. When you call 811, your yard will be inspected and all utility lines will be marked for free. Identify where your fence is going to start–probably at your house or garage, or at another fence. Mark this location with a yard stake. Tie your string to the stake, and stretch it out so it’s loosely perpendicular to the house/garage/structure from which your
