Ways to install poles of various types under the fence with your own hands. Installation of fence posts - from selection to installation Installation of wooden fence posts

It is impossible to imagine a country house or cottage without a fence. Whatever material it is made of, support posts are always needed for fencing. They can be made of concrete, wood, but more often developers prefer metal poles: they combine practicality and affordable price, they serve for a long time. They are easy to install on your own, knowing the basic subtleties of installation work.

Shape selection

Metal fence posts are made from ordinary steel pipes, which can have a different cross section:

• A circle;
• Rectangle;
• Square.

A pipe with a round section is the most budgetary. The length of products sold from the manufacturer is 2.5 ... 6.0 meters. Diameter of round rolled products - 57…108 mm. When choosing such supports, it is necessary to purchase stabilizing plates to make it possible and convenient to fasten the fence to the pole.

Square and rectangular pipes are more expensive, but also durable: their stiffeners provide the supports with stability under the action of loads. The wall thickness of the pipes for poles varies from 2 to 4 mm. Blanks, like round pipes, are produced in lengths of 2.5 ... 6.0 meters with minor allowances.

Rectangular and square pipes can be used for different types of fences. To choose the appropriate section size, select the appropriate span size between the supports and calculate the approximate weight of the material (fence, corrugated board, etc.)

Pipe section, mm
	1 meter	2 meters	3 meters	4 meters	5 meters	6 meters
40×40×2	709	173	72	35	16	5
40×40×3	949	231	96	46	21	6
50×50×2	1165	286	120	61	31	14
50×50×3	1615	396	167	84	43	19
60×60×2	1714	422	180	93	50	26
60×60×3	2393	589	250	129	69	35
80×80×3	4492	1110	478	252	144	82
100×100×3	7473	1851	803	430	253	152
100×100×4	9217	2283	990	529	310	185
120×120×4	13726	3339	1484	801	487	296
140×140×4	19062	4736	2069	1125	679	429

Corrosion protection methods

Metal without protection quickly corrodes and loses strength, spoiling the appearance of fence posts. To prevent this phenomenon and prolong the service life of a metal pipe, its surface is zinc-plated by hot dipping in a zinc solution. The finished surface does not react with oxygen, water and chemical compounds in the air and soil.

Another way to protect the pipe in production is to cover it with polymer films. They are applied in a thin layer on the surface of the metal. This method of isolation is effective for an almost unlimited amount of time, provided that the layer is intact.

The most reliable pipes have double protection with both zinc and polymers at the same time.

Even the highest quality protective coating is not able to withstand the elements of the earth for a long time, and soon the galvanization and the polymer layer are broken, and the metal begins to oxidize. To exclude this process, the buried part of the column must be additionally isolated from the aggressive environment.

How to process metal fence posts in the ground:

• Bituminous mastic;
• Special polymeric mastic for metal processing.

The choice is small, but these products are highly effective and inexpensive. Coating is carried out at the stage of preparation for the construction of the fence. It is necessary to allow the mastic to dry before deepening the structure. Roll materials are completely inefficient, so it makes no sense to install them in a drilled hole.

Determination of pipe length

Before purchasing pipes for installing supports, it is necessary to correctly calculate their length and quantity.

The length of the pipe for driving is calculated as follows: the height of the fence + the depth of soil freezing + 20 cm. It should be noted that the length of the pipe underground must be at least 1/3 of the height of the upper part.

Example: the height of our fence is 2.0 meters. The depth of soil freezing in the region is 1.2 meters. We get: 2.0 + 1.2 + 0.2 = 3.4 meters. This length should be our blanks.

Manufacturers sell pipes of random lengths, you can purchase a blank of the nearest size - 4.0 meters and cut it off yourself or order trimming from the seller. If there is a better offer for a longer length, for example, 10.5 meters at a low price in terms of 1 segment, we can buy a pipe and cut it into 3 parts (in our case 3.4 × 3 = 10.2 meters, we suitable pipe 10.5 meters). You should focus on the price of products and the assortment offered by the seller.

The distance between the fence posts should not exceed 2.5 meters. It is necessary to plan the location of the support pipes in advance and count their number.

Installation of metal fence posts

There are several ways to install metal fence posts:

• Driving and screwing into the ground;
• butovanie support;
• Pillar concreting;
• Combined method.

The choice of installation method depends on the type of soil and the load on the supports from the fence.

Pillar driving

Under light fences on sandy soils, poles can be driven into the ground. This will require only pipes and a sledgehammer, you should also find a head for the pipe so as not to crush the sectional surface.

Work should be done with a partner. Dig a small hole in a pre-marked place. A pipe is inserted into it, then one holds the post strictly vertically, the second clogs. After every few blows, it is necessary to check the verticality of the support.

The advantage of installation by driving in is the possibility of trouble-free dismantling of the supports.

The screwing of the posts is suitable for the installation of round pipes. To do this, 1-2 blades are welded to the lower end. Next, the support is screwed to a predetermined depth. This method is suitable for installing a permanent fence, since the dismantling of the pillars will be a very difficult task.

Butting of the support (dry concreting)

With heaving soils under a light fence, it is advisable to choose the installation of metal poles by bottling with large gravel and sand.

Installation algorithm:

• 1) First, corner supports and poles are mounted on which the gate and gate will be attached. For them, choose more durable pipes;
• 2) Next, install the intermediate support pipes.

How to properly dig metal fence posts:

• In the marked place, recesses are made under the supports by means of a drill. The diameter of the pits is optimally taken to be 20-40 cm, so that there is enough space for falling asleep and compacting the rubble.
• A layer of crushed stone and sand 10-15 cm is laid on the bottom of the hole.
• Install the pole, align its verticality.
• A mixture of crushed stone and sand is poured in layers into a pit of 15-20 cm, tamped and watered, each time checking the vertical of the support by level.
• When 15-20 cm remain to the surface of the earth, the top of the pit is poured with M100-M150 concrete.

When the soil is heaving, the crushed stone compensates for the pressure applied to the post and the support remains in place, the fence does not float up from the ground.

Pillar concreting

Supports are concreted for heavy fences made of profiled sheet, forged spans. The main task with such an installation is to create a reliable cushion to compensate for heaving loads so that the support remains in place all year round. In most cases, concrete pillars are used in the construction of a strip foundation for a fence.

Work progress:

1. They dig a trench under the foundation and in the designated places they take out the soil under the pole. The diameter of the hole can be 20-30 cm, depending on the size of the pipe section.
2. A pillow of crushed stone 10-15 cm is poured into the bottom of the pit and it is carefully compacted.
3. Place the formwork for the concrete base. Its walls can be laid with roofing material, which will protect the stone from excessive wetting during service and facilitate the process of formwork removal.
4. Install the frame for concreting. To create it, use longitudinal reinforcement with a periodic section of 8-10 mm in diameter, for dressing - smooth rods with a section of 6 mm. The frame can be independent for free-standing supports and connected continuously with a strip frame if a column-strip foundation is being installed under the fence.
5. Inside the frame, a metal pole is installed on the pillow and fixed with reinforcement in a strictly vertical position.
6. Concrete mortar M150-M200 is being poured.
7. After 5-7 days, the formwork can be removed and the soil can be poured into the pit, compacting it.

Combined installation method (partial concreting)

For heaving soils, you can choose the method of partial concreting of metal poles. It, like the previous method, is suitable for both strip foundations and spot installation of pillars.

1. Dig a hole to 1/2 or 2/3 of the design depth.
2. Clog the pipe to the design mark.
3. They make a crushed stone pillow under concrete 10-15 cm.
4. Put the formwork and install the frame as in the full concreting method.
5. Pouring concrete solution.
6. After 5-7 days, the formwork is removed and the pit is covered with soil.

How to paint metal fence posts

After installation, the poles can be painted. This is a necessary measure for additional protection of the metal from corrosion.

Painting with bituminous varnish

Bituminous varnish is one of the most affordable means for metal processing.

1. The pipe must be thoroughly degreased and cleaned of contaminants. If necessary, it can be washed with soapy water, then dried thoroughly.
2. Rust is removed with a metal brush and a relief is created for reliable adhesion of the composition to the base.
3. After cleaning, the pipes should be wiped with a cloth soaked in solvent.
4. You can apply bituminous varnish. If its consistency is very thick, it is diluted with white spirit. The solution is applied with a brush in 1-2 layers.

Enamel for metal

Metal paints are made into 3 groups:

• 1) Primer enamels are independent products that combine the functions of a primer and a finishing layer. Enamels are applied to a previously degreased surface in 1-2 layers. With proper application and compliance with operating conditions, the coating can serve for several years, protecting the metal from corrosion.
• 2) Ordinary enamels that require additional priming. The primer GF-021 is used as the base layer, which is applied to the metal in 1 layer. After drying, colored enamel is applied in 1-2 layers, depending on the desired color intensity.
• 3) Enamels for rust - a modern product that does not require priming and preliminary cleaning of the surface from rust. The composition neutralizes the centers of corrosion and protects the metal from subsequent oxidation.

All compounds are available for purchase at any building materials stores.

Almost every private house is equipped with a fence for security purposes. This is a rather complicated and time-consuming operation, which has many nuances.

In this article, we will try to figure out how to properly install fence posts.

What are we made of

For the manufacture of pillars, a metal profile of 6x6 cm is perfect. You can also use welded pipes with a diameter of more than 60 mm. Most likely, some people will wonder why not use thinner materials, because their price is much lower?

The fact is that not everyone has the skills of a welder, and it is much more difficult to process thin metals. In addition, a thin support will not provide adequate structural strength, which can lead to its distortion.

The use of less durable materials is completely contraindicated. According to the instructions, the fence support must be resistant to all types of aggressive environmental influences (corrosion, mold, fungus, etc.). Wood or asbestos cement cannot boast of these qualities.

Support preparation

Before installing fence posts, they must be prepared.

You can do this in the following way:

• First you need to close the upper end. Their role can be played by ordinary metal plates that need to be welded to the ends of the profile.
• Next, you need to remove the rust with a metal brush.
• After that, the product is treated with a rust converter and a primer (GF-021 is perfect).
• The final stage is the coating with paint from rust.

Installation Methods

This procedure can be performed using various technologies. So, below will be considered all the ways to install fence posts. Today there are four of them.

Driving in

This technology is the most ancient and widespread today. It is as simple as possible, so almost any person who is not alien to working with his hands can handle it.

So, you need to do the following:

1. The hole is made slightly smaller (10-12%) than the diameter of the post. This is necessary in order to ensure its reliable fixation, which is a guarantee of the strength of the fence.
2. It is driven into the hole made with a large sledgehammer. This procedure will require quite impressive physical strength.
3. In case there are problems with tamping, you can moisten the soil a little - this will facilitate the work.

This method is suitable for lightweight structures that do not have the effect of "sail". For example, for . It is worth noting that the installation of fence posts with your own hands by this method practically eliminates the possibility of making fatal mistakes.

Tip: if, after temperature changes or heavy rainfall, the structure squinted, you can easily give it the correct position with a sledgehammer.

Of course, this method cannot be used to install poles for heavy fences made of panels or corrugated board.

Partial concreting

This method is very similar to the one described above, but it also has its own differences..

So, it is as follows:

1. The same hole is made as in the previous example.
2. A pillar is also hammered into it with the help of a sledgehammer. In this case, it is required to leave a little space between the soil and the pipe (profile).
3. Next, concrete is poured into the resulting wasteland. From above it is also worth applying a little solution. If necessary, it can be removed later.

This technology is much more efficient than the previous one, but it also has its limitations. So, it cannot be used on heaving soils. The fact is that moisture in the process of freezing pushes the post outward, which leads to a distortion of the fence.

Full concreting

If you want a really strong fence, then you should choose this method..

It consists of the following:

1. Holes are drilled 30-40% larger in diameter than the profile (pipe). It is best to use a gas drill, since manually performing this procedure is quite difficult.
2. Further, the holes are completely filled with concrete and poles are inserted into them.

1. The result is a very durable design that can withstand an impressive weight and any external irritants.

Important!
It should also be noted that even a high-quality concreted fence can squint after a few seasons.
This is due to the fact that moisture accumulating in the soil has a pushing effect.
In this regard, it is recommended to remove the soil around the post, replacing it with sand.

This technology is most preferable on sandy soils and at a low level of groundwater. This is due to the fact that such a base is not able to provide the proper level of stability.

Compaction with crushed stone

This technology is an excellent solution when it is required to put a fence on heavy and stubborn soils.

It is extremely simple:

1. A hole is made 35-40% larger than the column.
2. A support is installed in it.
3. All remaining space is covered with small gravel.
4. Then it needs to be compacted with a vibrating plate.

It is impossible not to note a very important advantage of this method: crushed stone freely passes water, and it goes deep into the ground. This prevents the moisture push-out that characterizes previous technologies.

Conclusion

In this article, we have proposed popular and proven methods for preparing bases for various fences. In the presented video in this article you will find additional information on this topic.

Fences enclosing suburban areas perform a protective and decorative purpose. It is thanks to the appearance of the fence that the impression of the house and the owner of the site is created. Equally important is the stability of the fence. Fence supports - poles, are installed with great effort and time. For this reason, it is worthwhile to immediately carry out the correct installation, taking into account all the features of such work. Installing fence posts is subject to several rules that should be considered.

Material selection

To decide which supports to choose for the fence, regardless of its type, it is worth taking into account the strength of possible wind loads and mechanical shocks, as well as taking into account the mass of the fence. The most popular materials are wood and metal. Also, often the pillars are erected from bricks and concrete.

The supports, which are made of metal, are not subject to rot, they can withstand heavy loads. Such poles are also used for fences made of corrugated board, plastic and chain-link. Often, together with metal supports, a wooden picket fence is used.

Wooden elements made of high-quality wood species are distinguished by a fairly high price. However, not every owner of a suburban area can afford an oak fence. In addition, even with regular care and proper processing, wooden elements made of high-quality wood can last no more than 30 years in open areas. Metal supports are able to effectively perform their functions for more than half a century.

However, wooden supports still have many advantages:

• ease of processing and installation;
• prestige - the appearance of wooden pillars is distinguished by a special aesthetics;
• cheapness - wooden poles can be replaced with new ones from time to time.

Supports made of brick and concrete should be mounted only if it is necessary to equip a heavy fence.

Brick supports are often designed to show the status of the owner of the site. They not only play the role of decorating the site, but are also strong enough and able to withstand significant loads. In addition, the variety of decorative elements that the construction market offers allows you to implement the most daring ideas, in which brick will occupy a fundamental position.

The need for markup

The fence begins with the calculation of the number of supports. If you correctly compare the size of the site and the number of spans, the fence will be as strong as possible. Taking into account the angles and length of straight fence lines allows you to provide additional measures to counteract wind loads.

Between 2 pillars should not be more than 3 meters. Otherwise, from constant loads, the fence will tilt and may completely collapse. On average, the distance between the fence posts is 2.5 m. Using this indicator, it is easy to calculate the required number of supports. How to put the supports straight? To do this, use the level and lacing.

Pole types

When the choice falls on wooden elements, the owner of the site should know several features of the installation of pillars. For example, that part of the support that is placed underground must be smeared twice with bituminous mastic. The interval between such treatments should be 24 hours. The aerial part is treated with an antiseptic solution. For full protection, the pillars are painted.

If you look closely at strong and durable wood species, you should pay attention to ash, mulberry, pine and larch. Also, such poles will be as strong as possible. Budget options - spruce and fir varieties. They are also quite in demand.

The load-bearing elements of the fence must be particularly strong and durable. In order not to change the fence posts of your site every year, you should not choose the materials of the following species for them:

• Linden;
• maple;
• Birch;
• alder;
• aspen.

If you do not follow this advice, the fence will have to be repaired quite often. Supports are the basis of the fence, so it is necessary to choose only high-quality materials for them. How to install fence posts? To answer this question, you need to know the features of different types of supports.

Metal supports

Metal poles are very durable - this is their main advantage. They are also durable and able to cope with quite serious loads. However, to protect the metal from corrosive processes, the supports are periodically treated with special compounds. Also, metal poles, like wooden ones, need to be painted.

The basis of metal poles for various types of fences are:

• profile pipes - they can have a round or square section;
• rolling profile.

In addition to the above advantages, metal supports have high strength, are versatile in use and have great functionality. For the construction of supports, you can also use old metal elements. The only disadvantage of acquiring new poles is their high cost. Do-it-yourself installation of fence posts can be done in a few days.

Asbestos-cement pipes and concrete

As alternative options for fence supports, you can choose asbestos-cement or concrete supports. However, they have several serious drawbacks. Asbestos-cement pipe must be installed with certain nuances. If water gets inside it, during frost it will freeze, and then the support will crack. To prevent such situations, stubs are used on .

Concrete is good for erecting massive fences, however, for simple and low fences, it is better to choose a different material. Also, such pillars have to be mounted for a long time, and then wait for the solution to dry. How much time will it take? About 3 days.

Pillars of brick

A large mass of brick pillars requires the creation of a foundation before they are erected. You will also need to install a metal rod, which must be securely fixed to the base. A lot of time is occupied by the installation of brickwork.

How durable brick pillars will be depends on the method of installation and the skill of the builder. If all work is carried out in accordance with the requirements, the supports will be able to withstand almost any load. The big disadvantages of brick pillars include the high price of the material and the complexity of their construction. To understand how to properly install brick fence posts, you will need to consult a specialist.

Various installation methods

If the owner of the site decided to install the fence posts on his own, you will have to get acquainted with the basic methods for installing the supports. The main factors that affect the installation method are: the type of soil on the site and the mass of the finished structure.

There are such ways of mounting fence posts:

When installing the fence yourself, it is important not to lose sight of any detail that may affect the stability of the fence. For example, it is worth knowing how deep to dig supports. When choosing a method for installing pillars, it is worth considering the type of soil and the mass of the finished structure. The strength of the entire structure will depend on how deep the owner buried the pillars.

Burial level

It is necessary to decide at what depth to immerse the fence posts at the stage of project preparation. It is important to take into account the basic rule - the more weight the fence will have, the greater the depth of burying the pillars should be chosen.

The depth of soil freezing and the level of soil water occurrence are taken into account. You can also look at averages. It is necessary to bury the posts in the ground 1/3 of the support.

If the fence rises above the ground by 2-3 meters, the depth of its digging should be equal to 1 meter. There are also a few other rules. For example, a light fence can be installed on supports that are 50 cm deep. In the case of heavy structures, the minimum depth is 1 m.

Supports for the construction of fences can be metal, concrete, wood, brick,. Anyone can make such pillars with their own hands. Their installation is not particularly difficult and even amateurs can do it. Proper installation of fence posts implies a sequence in the stages of work and compliance with the required technologies.

Installation process of concrete fence posts

Functions of fence posts

The fence is built for many years of operation. The more correctly it is made, the longer it will last. For this reason, installation should be treated with no less responsibility than, for example, building a house. Most fences are structures consisting of supports, foundations, sectional filling.

Diagram of a brick fence

Those who think about how to install fence posts with their own hands should understand that it is this part of the structure that bears the main load. The stability of the supports provides the entire fence with the necessary rigidity, durability and preservation of its original appearance. Competent implementation of installation work will determine the quality factor of the structure and will allow you to do without repairing the fence for many decades.

When installing pillars with your own hands, you need to understand that the depth of the holes for the pillars and the method of fixing the piles have a huge impact on the level of load resistance. It is these parameters that are responsible for the safety of the vertical fence.

Supports can be made both from the sections used in the design, and from any other material. In this matter, the main role is played by the design ideas and preferences of the owners.

Fence building mistakes

Most often, the following mistakes are made during the construction of fences:

Installation drawing of wooden poles for the fence

• Incorrectly selected foundation;
• Incorrectly made foundation;
• Incorrectly installed poles (just buried in the ground).

Mistakes made on and pillars lead to the collapse of supports and the collapse of the fence after five years of operation. Those who decide to build a fence on the site with their own hands need to pay special attention to the arrangement of these elements (supports).
Since there are many types of fences, different poles are selected for them. They also differ in the installation method. The type of foundation and supports should be chosen based on the type of fence and the building materials used in its construction.

Types of pillars

Support poles are made from a variety of building materials. This allows you to build such a fence with your own hands, which will be in perfect harmony with the architecture of outbuildings and landscape design of the territory.

The process of installing metal fence posts

The choice of one or another option depends on the individual taste of the owners of the site, as well as on their financial capabilities. Today on sale you can buy inexpensive ready-made fence posts, made with high quality and using modern technologies.
The most popular types of fence posts:

Pole Mounting Methods

Do-it-yourself installation of support pillars should be done taking into account the type of soil. So, for example, if the soil is non-porous, sandy, then it is best to use. To do this, a post is inserted into the hole, which is leveled and fixed with concrete. For heaving soils, this method is not recommended, since over time the soil is able to push the post out of the hole, which will cause the fence to deform.

Heaving soils suggest the installation of a support in a hole dug below the freezing level of the soil.

Scheme for installing pillars in heaving soils

They additionally arrange an extension. In this case, the pillar is almost half dug into the ground, while a lot of concrete mortar, building materials and labor costs are consumed. This option is one of the most effective, but uneconomical.

The installation of pillars by concreting is not used for sandy soils. In this case, the holes are made according to the diameter of the pipes themselves by drilling holes. But drilling vertical wells requires experience. A universal installation method can be called the installation of pillars in holes larger in diameter than the supports themselves. The remaining empty space is covered with small gravel and chipped bricks. This option will provide the structure with good drainage.

Do-it-yourself concrete poles

The most economical are those made by hand.

The process of pouring a figured column of concrete

The main characteristics of such products:

• Reliable and durable;
• Do not rot, do not rust;
• Do not require maintenance;
• Resistant to mechanical damage;
• Not affected by the weather.

Making concrete pillars at home requires special molds, concrete mix and a place to dry. can be made of polyurethane, metal or fiberglass. The prepared fresh solution is simply poured into such a template and kept in it until it solidifies.

Before pouring the freshly prepared mixture into the mold, it is treated with a special lubricant. The associated reinforcement is evenly placed over the entire area of ​​the template. Special inserts, which will later be used as fastening sections, are installed in the lower and upper parts of the column at the same distance from the edge. The solution is poured into the prepared form in one step.
It must be carefully leveled and compacted. In seven days the pillar will be ready.

Wooden poles

They are also an economical option. Most often, such supports are made for. They can last several years, but require constant care. The benefits of these pillars include:

• Ecological cleanliness;
• Combination with lumber panels;
• Mechanical reliability.

Those who are thinking about how to install wooden fence posts should start by choosing the right type of wood. Preference should be given to bars made of oak, pine and larch. They should be well dried without bark. The optimum moisture content of such lumber is not higher than 15%. A good bar does not have knots, delaminations and traces of mold. If the bars are bent or scrolled, it means that they were not dried properly.

Detailed installation scheme for wooden fence posts

If there are areas with bark on the material, then, most likely, insects have already found refuge there. All material should be treated with antiseptic impregnations and means that make them resistant to fire.
Installation steps:

1. The lower part of each wooden post is fired and smeared with resin. So, if the beam has a height of about 270 cm, then at least 90 cm from its lower edge is subjected to such processing.
2. Installation begins with marking the territory of the future fence. Places of installation of columns are marked with the necessary interval.
3. With the help of a drill, holes are made, about one meter deep. Pillars are installed in them, which are fixed by backfilling or concreting.

pulled out with a shovel. For this purpose, some home craftsmen use an ice drill from fishing equipment. You can also rent a motor drill, which will greatly facilitate and speed up the pace of work.

It is important to remember that the insufficient depth of the holes can cause the collapse of the fence.

The lower part of the supports should be treated with a primer with an anti-corrosion effect. First, the poles are installed at the corners of the fence (at the corners).

An example of the processing and installation of metal profile posts

Then it is necessary to mount additional supports, for example, in places of height differences (on steps). Differences up to 25 cm can be safely ignored. After installing the corner and additional supports, the intermediate supports are fixed. On average, the step of the intermediate column is about 250 cm, but not more than 300 cm.

Before installing the support, 15 cm of fine gravel are poured into the pit. In order for the supports to stand level, they must be checked for level and supported with props. You also need to constantly check with the readings of the plumb line, which will help determine the verticality of the supports. A number of poles are checked for verticality with a stretched rope. After fixing the metal poles, concrete is poured into the pit.

Metal fence posts in a country house or city cottage are a reliable support for the fence. The fence post acts as the main load-bearing element, so if it is made of metal, it will provide reliable protection for both the fence and the country house.

At the same time, any material can be mounted on a metal pole, which ensures resistance to various influences of cottage fences. Before proceeding with the direct installation of the pole, you need to find out what characteristics the main material for erecting a fence in a country house has. After all, the erection of a fence is a responsible task for any owner of a cottage.

Metal poles are the best option for supporting a fence. Metal is the only material that can withstand heavy loads and has a rigid structure. It has strength and durability. If you install such a fence, it will last for decades.

The basis for the manufacture of pillars is a profiled pipe of various diameters. The price of the poles is relatively low. It is possible to select different metal poles in diameter, which can significantly reduce the cost. This parameter will depend on the material of the fence, for example, heavy poles are not needed for a mesh fence.

The advantages of metal poles include ease and ease of installation. This parameter is provided by electric arc welding. This method is inexpensive and practical. By welding, you can create additional decorative elements.

It is worth paying attention to the fact that the poles can be made from a round pipe, a used pipe, or from screw poles. For the construction of a fence, many site owners use a used pipe. Thus, they save their money. Most of these pipes have not lost their properties and can be used as fence posts.

But at the same time, regardless of the purpose for which the pipe was used, if necessary, it is worth carrying out restoration and sandblasting. Install such poles in the same way as round ones, using one of three methods.

Screw piles are a steel pipe whose lower part has a specially shaped cutting blade. Thanks to this, they can be screwed in without any effort. The lower part will help to ensure the stability of the pillars in the ground. They are used for the construction of prefabricated fences. Piles can be used on any soil soil. At the same time, you can spend no more than two days on their installation.

In order for metal poles to retain their main characteristics for a long time, they need to be painted and thereby extend their service life.

Metal fence posts - the first installation method

Metal fence posts in country houses can be installed in three known ways. The first of these is driving posts into the ground - the easiest way to create a metal support for a fence in cottages. This method is the easiest and cheapest for building a fence in a country house. It is worth paying attention to the fact that this method can be performed by any owner of the cottage on their own. At the same time, he does not need to have any special skills in building a fence in a country house or cottage.

Before starting the installation, it is necessary to mark the site. At this stage, you need to mark the place where the pole will be installed. It is worth paying attention to the distance between the pillars: a minimum of three meters.

It is recommended to hammer the posts with a sledgehammer or a pile driver. If you use a sledgehammer, be prepared for the fact that you will have to spend a considerable amount of effort. You need to hammer the posts through a wooden gasket. If a pile driver is used, then the number of strokes will be reduced several times.

This type of installation is only suitable for erecting a fence on slightly stony soil. This installation method cannot be used on soft soils. If your posts are made of round or shaped pipes, then they must be driven into the ground to a depth of at least 1.2 m.

Metal poles for fences - the second installation method

Metal poles for fences in a country house or cottages, in addition to hammering, can be mounted using backfill. This installation method is used mainly on soft soil, then the metal poles go deep into the depth, and the fence becomes a reliable protection for the cottage. The installation process is not as simple as the first, but at the same time, with the right tool, you can install the fence very quickly.

At the same time, it is recommended to stock up not only with tools, but also with additional materials necessary for a fence in a cottage - this is gravel, crushed stone or broken brick. You can choose the material at your discretion, construction organizations mainly use crushed stone and gravel, less often brick for erecting fences in country houses.

Installation begins with marking the site, after which the required number of pillars is calculated. Under each post you need to drill a hole. Its diameter can be up to 200 mm, and its depth up to 1500 mm. At the bottom of this well, you need to pour an extremely large amount of sand, while carefully compacting it.

The filling process is carried out with crushed stone or gravel, but it is possible to use broken bricks that remained after the construction of your house. The stone should be small, so if necessary, detail the stone or brick. Each layer must be poured with a copious amount of water and compacted, several such layers should be obtained. After that, the material is covered with sand. This is necessary to avoid flooding.

In each well you have to insert a pole strictly vertically, of course, the fence should not fall over. To achieve the vertical of the pillars, you can use a rope or building level.

Metal fence posts - the third installation method

If you do not know or cannot determine what type of soil you have on which you will install metal fence posts in a country house or cottage, the third installation method is suitable for you - concreting. The only exception to this method is heaving soil; metal poles cannot be installed on it, otherwise the fence will be unstable and will not perform the basic protective properties for a country house.

For all other soils where your cottage is located, this method is the best solution. It is worth paying attention to the fact that for concreting the owner of a country house will have to stock up on a large amount of resources. But at the same time, you will get a reliable fence for your cottage.

Initially, you need to mark up the area. During it, you need to decide on the height of the future fence, the number of pillars and the distance between them. As in the previous method, concreting involves drilling a hole. To do this, you need to use a hole drill (manual or electric). At the bottom of the hole you need to lay a pillow of gravel. Its thickness should not exceed a value of one hundred millimeters. After that, you need to put metal poles in a vertical position in the hole.

Pillars need to be filled with concrete mortar. Portland cement and sand are mixed in a ratio of one to three until a semi-liquid consistency is obtained. It is worth paying attention to the fact that during the pouring of the solution it is necessary to control the position of the column. Therefore, it is best to invite an assistant who will keep the building level.

To ensure the stability of the pillars, it is best to weld metal plates before starting the concreting process. After each pillar is filled with concrete mortar, you need to wait about two weeks for the mortar to harden well. Only after that it is worth continuing the installation of the fence.

By installing metal fence posts, you will provide the fence with basic protective properties. Such a fence will not be afraid of wind, precipitation or temperature changes, with the use of metal poles, the process of erecting a fence becomes even easier.