What’s the easiest way to replace a fence post?

• <div><p>There are two things you can do to make a fence replacement easier—but keep in mind that easier doesn’t mean better. First, you can use a jack or some other type of machinery to pull the post out of the ground. If that’s not available, a digging bar can help.</p><p>Second, you can backfill the hole with gravel rather than creating a concrete footing. Keep in mind, gravel is less secure. You should only use it if you’re installing a lightweight fence or have heavier, clay soil.</p></div>

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Reviewed in October 2025
Very disappointed with George and Covenant Concrete! They charged 1600 to put in a small sidewalk for an 84 year old woman, who just had retina replacement surgery. They left her place a disaster and a complete safety hazard on all accounts. When I called George to see if they were coming back...
Covenant Concrete
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Reviewed in July 2024
DO NOT hire this company. I hate my $13,000 deck!! Worse experience I ever had with a contractor. As a 70 year old woman acting alone, I contracted with Four Seasons to replace a wooden deck with same. A deposit was made for 1/2 in June 2023 with a start date of August. After that date...
Four Seasons Custom Decks and Fences
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Reviewed in June 2022
Josh did an excellent job. The house was my main project, but, I am also going to get my fence cleaned as well. His prices were reasonable and so was his professionalism. I highly recommend giving these folks an opportunity to make your home look like new again. Great work Josh Milner.
American Clean Pro, LLC
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Reviewed in March 2021
These gentlemen are amazing. Gabriel and Jonah gave a fair quote and had an 80 foot tree down within 48 hrs of initial contact. There were multiple sheds and fences in the way and these two put that tree exactly where they wanted it without a scuff to any property. Even took the time to humor...
ArborGold Tree Care
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Reviewed in May 2020
Manny’s group removed the old and built the new fence in two days, just as he said they would. It was built to last! You can tell he takes pride in his company and their workmanship. I’d definitely hire them again?
QM Professional and Services
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Reviewed in October 2015
We had A Fence Guy install a new chain link fence. He did wonderful work. We are very pleased with the work. He was very good and we would have him do more work for us. It was a 4 foot fence with 1 gate and 1 double gate , It was a good quality fencing. He was honest and upfront. <br />
Shell
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Reviewed in October 2015
He installed a chain link fence, 1 gate and 1 double gate. He does very good work, the materials were very good and we are very pleased with the work. We would have him do work again. <br />
A Fence Guy
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Reviewed in November 2014
Came on a Sunday which I thought was wonderful! The fence was repaired quickly.
Indiana Pet Fence
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Reviewed in July 2009
Frey's Fencing did an excellent job for us. We were very pleased with the professionalism they displayed and the ease in communication. They arrived for the job on time, everyday and spoke with us often. We are considering contracting with Frey's for another fence at a later date.
Diamond Steel Roofing, LLC
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Dugan Welding and Fencing

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"The 2 guys that put up my fence were hard working. It was hot the day they did my fence but they never stopped until the job was completed. They also made sure that I was satisfied with their work."

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"Zach and Tyler from Tailored Timbers installed a privacy fence on my property. The fence was completed in 3 days start to finish as they stated. Fence looks great. No problems, no issues. Dan L."

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Golden Farms Demolition

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"It was good. The owner was very good keeping me informed with what was going on, if I was not in the area."

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Northern Lights Custom Fences & Decks

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"Zach performed exactly as he said. He completed the project on time and did quality work. He’s a pro fence builder and prices competitively."

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Hampton Enterprise LLC

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"They were good. They were pretty fast and came on time. My overall experience with them has been good."

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Fencing questions, answered by experts

There are two things you can do to make a fence replacement easier—but keep in mind that easier doesn’t mean better. First, you can use a jack or some other type of machinery to pull the post out of the ground. If that’s not available, a digging bar can help.

Second, you can backfill the hole with gravel rather than creating a concrete footing. Keep in mind, gravel is less secure. You should only use it if you’re installing a lightweight fence or have heavier, clay soil.

You should stain both sides of your fence to get the full benefits. Fences often fall along property lines, so you may want to save a buck by leaving your neighbor’s side in the dust. If you do that, all you get is a slightly better view. Moisture and UV rays can still sneak in through the side that’s unpainted or worn down and damage your fence. Rot and rust will spread, even if you can’t see it from your side of the lawn.

When deciding between fence post foam and concrete, the best choice depends on your specific needs and priorities. Concrete is generally considered stronger and more durable, making it the preferred option for heavy, load-bearing posts. However, expanding foam offers several advantages, such as being more eco-friendly and curing much faster. For smaller fences or those made with lighter materials like vinyl or wire mesh, post foam is a good alternative. While concrete is more affordable, it is also harder to work with and has a longer curing time.

There are pros and cons to vinyl fencing. The drawbacks are that it can be expensive up front compared to options like chain-link fencing and that it’s vulnerable to fading. The material is difficult to repair without replacing entire panels or the whole fence, and you can’t paint over vinyl to change the color. However, this material is impressively durable and easy to maintain, making it a good choice for many homes.

Yes, you can expect your composite fencing to fade quickly during the first six months. This happens naturally because the wood oils in the fencing material, called tannins, bleed out. Because of this, it can help to get a color chart from your fence company, which should show you the color of your fence before and after it fades.

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