Installation Instructions Part 1 of 2

INSTALLING CHAIN LINK FENCING

Step 1

LOCATING AND SETTING TERMINAL POSTS

(Corner, end and gate posts are called terminal posts)

Stretch a chalk line or string between stakes driven on the extension of property lines. Allow about 24" on the offset (see figure 1). It is recommended that posts be set approximately 4" inside property line to avoid encroaching on the adjoining property with the concrete footings.

Mark the location of each corner and end post with a small stake.

ITS IMPORTANT.....

1. That fence footings do not exceed legally established property lines. If uncertain, refer to real-estate agents line plot or consult a professional surveyor.

2. Check local codes or specifications regarding frontage locations, height, etc. A permit may be required

3. Check with local utility companies for locations of underground cables, pipes and lines.

Gates come in the following standard widths:

Single walk ----- 36," 42" and 48"                     Double drive ---  10' and 12'  

TOOLS YOU WILL FIND USEFUL

• String or, chalk line and stakes

• Tape measure

• Post hole digger

• Wheelbarrow, shovel and hoe to mix and transport concrete

• Carpenters level

• 1/2" X 9/16" wrench or crescent wrench

• Hack saw or pipe cutter

• Fence stretcher

• Pliers

Holes for terminal posts

Although post depth will be determined by local weather and soil conditions, holes for terminal posts are normally dug 8" wide and 18" to 30" deep with vertical sides (see figure 2).

Now dig all terminal post holes.

Next with crayon or chalk, mark the ground line on posts. Height, above level ground, of terminal posts will equal the width of the fence fabric plus 2". Height of line posts (intermediate posts) will equal the width of the fabric minus 2".

Set all terminal posts in concrete. Center posts in hole. Set with crayon mark at ground level. (For special conditions, see figure 4.) Alignment should be from the center not the outside face of the posts. Check plumb with a carpenters level. Finally, crown all post footings for water drainage by sloping concrete away from posts.

Step 2

LOCATING AND SETTING LINE POSTS                     (INTERMEDIATE POSTS)

After concrete footing have hardened enough for posts to remain plumb, stretch a string taunt between terminal posts. It should be positioned on the outside face of the posts 4" below the top (see figure 5).

Measure the distance between the terminal posts and refer to the LINE POST SPACING CHART for exact location of posts.

Mark the locations of all line posts with stakes. Align with the centers of terminal posts.

Now dig the post holes (normally 6" wide and 18" to 24 deep) and set the line posts. Before the concrete begins to set, adjust post height by carefully moving post up and down in footing. Top of line posts should be even with string; outside face approximately 1/4" inside. Check plumb with carpenters level. Crown footings as in step 1.