: Consider applying a bitumen paint to wooden posts before installation to prevent rot. If you'd like more specific advice, please let me know:
The you're working with (e.g., soil, concrete, sloped terrain). Installation – PostMaster Fence
Installing a structural or fence post requires precision to ensure long-term stability. The process generally involves three core phases: site preparation, setting the post, and finishing.
: Add approximately 6 inches of gravel to the bottom of the hole for drainage before placing the post.
: Slope the top of the concrete away from the post to prevent water from pooling at the base.
: The diameter of the hole should be three times the width of the post (e.g., a 4-inch post needs a 12-inch wide hole). 4x4 Wood Post : 10–12 inch diameter hole. 6x6 Wood Post : 12–16 inch diameter hole. Phase 2: Setting the Post