How To Erect Chain Link Fence

STEP 1 - SURVEY PROPERTY LINES
Be sure that the desired location of fence lines do not exceed property lines. This is very important. We recommend that all posts be set approximately 4” inside of the property line to avoid encroaching on adjoining property with the concrete foundations. This may be done by stretching string or chalk lines on the property line and setting posts approximately 4” inside of them.

STEP 2 - LOCATE AND SET TERMINAL POST
First determine the location of end, corner, and gate posts which are referred to as terminal posts). Distance actual width of the gate to an allowance for hinges and latches. Single walk gates require 33/4" for hinges and latches and double drive gates require 51/2". For example, a 3 foot walk gate should measure 321/4" wide. Adding 33/4” to the width means that the distance between posts (inside face to inside face) should be 36". Now, dig the holes as shown below in Figure 1. (To determine depth oI hole see Figure 2 - Measurement C.)ween gate posts is determined by adding the Next, mark all posts with crayon or chalk for the correct height of fence you are installing (see Figure 2 -). Terminal posts should be set 2" higher than the width of the fabric and line posts 2" lower than the fabric width.
Set the terminal posts in concrete using a concrete, mix as follows: 1 part cement, 2 parts sand, and 4 parts gravel. Mix a fairly heavy solution as too much water weakens concrete and may cause cracking. Use a carpenters level to set posts plumb. Crown all post footings for water drainage by sloping concrete away from post.

STEP 3 - LOCATE AND SET LINE POST
Mark the grade line on all line posts measuring from the top down as shown in Figure 2. Then measure the distance between terminal posts and check line post spacing chart (Figure 3 below) for exact distance to allow between line posts.

*Footing Size C - Depending on soil conditions, minimum footing depth 24” for 4 ft height add 3” depth to every additional 1 ft height over 4 ft. Minimum diameter, 4 times the largest cross section of post