How far apart should posts be for a horizontal fence?

• <div><p>Posts for a horizontal fence should be no more than 6 feet apart. Wood pickets are not as strong when mounted horizontally as when mounted vertically. As such, the fence panels on a horizontal fence can’t cover the same span between posts as a vertical fence can. If you install the posts further apart on a horizontal fence, the fence will lose stability, making the boards more likely to sag. </p></div>

Are fence posts always set in concrete?

• <div><p>No, fence posts aren’t always set in concrete. If you don’t want to use concrete footings for your posts, expanding foam is a popular alternative. <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/expanding-foam-vs-concrete-posts.htm">Expanding foam and concrete</a> each have certain pros and cons. For instance, foam is easier to install and more sustainable, but concrete is sturdier and less expensive. </p></div>

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Reviewed in September 2025
James Jones and Associates did an expert job clearing dead trees from my property on a fence line. The fence was new and needed to be saved. James did an awesome job falling the trees away from the fence . Great price and quick. I will absolutely use them again!!
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Reviewed in June 2025
A&Romero built an arbor and picket fence for me. My experience was was excellent from start to the completed work. I knew I wanted to work with Jefrin from our first meeting. His presentation was professional and respectful. He listened and took time to understand exactly what I wanted and...
A & Romero Constructions, LLC
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Reviewed in February 2025
Their company installed a fence at my residence. Their work is fantastic. I couldn’t be more pleased!
All In One Handyman Services LLC
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Reviewed in July 2024
Zac was excellent to work with and did great work. We had him install a black aluminum picket fence in our yard. The price was great and quality is excellent. He was very responsive to questions and concerns when they came up a couple of times. I would highly recommend to anyone looking to have...
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Reviewed in December 2023
I was amazed with Myers tree service. I had about 8 trees removed all within 6 hours. They were very careful around my fence and sun room. The price was great and very affordable. I would call them again and highly recommend them. They went above and beyond my expectations. Thank you again for...
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Reviewed in June 2023
The men were very capable and worked hard to get the fence built. Their estimate of time and materials were accurate..and they considered all my concerns of protecting my plants in the yard. I would highly recommend them.
L&D Fencing LLC
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Reviewed in February 2023
10/10, definitely recommend Earthworm Lawn Care and will use again for any future needs. Jason and his team far exceeded my hopes of what was even possible. I needed a fence line cleanup and old shed removal. The fence was so overgrown in places with shrubs, roots, and vines growing through the...
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Reviewed in May 2022
Excellent company that worked hard and got my fence installed in the amount of time they promised. Excellent pricing and great communication throughout the process.
Snell Fence Company
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Reviewed in October 2021
Tex and his crew are great at what they do. I had a large oak tree that needed to come down in a tight space next to my house. That was no problem for them and they got it down without any issues. Everyone was polite and respectful. They even took down a fence that was in the way to remove the...
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Fencing questions, answered by experts

While they can be closer, the maximum distance between fence posts for residential fences is 8 feet. This ensures the panels are adequately supported by the fence posts. This is usually dictated by the width of the panel, which is typically between 5 and 8 feet. While narrower panels will require more posts, they’ll be lighter and easier to work with than wider panels that are the same height.

Posts for a horizontal fence should be no more than 6 feet apart. Wood pickets are not as strong when mounted horizontally as when mounted vertically. As such, the fence panels on a horizontal fence can’t cover the same span between posts as a vertical fence can. If you install the posts further apart on a horizontal fence, the fence will lose stability, making the boards more likely to sag.

No, fence posts aren’t always set in concrete. If you don’t want to use concrete footings for your posts, expanding foam is a popular alternative. Expanding foam and concrete each have certain pros and cons. For instance, foam is easier to install and more sustainable, but concrete is sturdier and less expensive.

The best way to protect your pets from coyotes is to ensure they are always supervised when outside, especially during dawn and dusk when coyotes are the most active. When walking your dog, keep it on a short leash and carry something noisy you can use to haze any coyotes you may encounter.

Regular lawn care keeps snakes away because it eliminates common hiding places. You can deter snakes by trimming grass, shrubs, and trees and removing weeds from your lawn and gardens. Clear away leaves and other debris that could serve as a potential snake habitat. You can also seal entry points around building perimeters and install metal snake fencing.

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