Today we are going to take a look at what is involved in digging post holes for your fence installation.
We’ve been serving the tri-cities residential and commercial properties with post hole digging, fence and deck building, commercial snow removal, and ice control since 2008 and we’d love to put our expertise to work for you.
We’ll explain why post hole digging is one of the most difficult parts of installing your fence and why it is important to get a professional to do this for you. So let’s get started.
Digging post holes is the most difficult part of building a fence or deck
Challenges of Digging Post Holes
If you are thinking of building your own fence, then you might want to take a look at some of the challenges you will face if you decide to tackle digging post holes yourself.
- If not done correctly, your posts may heave due to frost.
- It requires precision and expertise to do it right.
- It takes an incredible amount of physical strength if you are using a handheld digger.
- If you are working with digging machinery that you aren’t used to using, you could get injured or you could damage your property if you dig your holes in the wrong place.
- It can take a lot of time to dig your fence posts, especially if you are doing it by hand or if you make a mistake that you need to fix.
- It requires the right tools to do the job properly; so if you don’t already own the tools, you may either have to rent, purchase or borrow them.
Digging post holes requires a lot of physical effort
Benefits of Getting a Professional to Dig Your Post Holes
1. Protection from Frost Heave
Frost heave occurs when the water in your soil has frozen and then later thaws out. The pressure from this process will cause your soil to move around and over time it can heave your fence posts out of the ground. A professional will know how deep to install the posts and how to do it in such a way that will protect them from coming out of the ground as a result of frost heave.
2. It Will Save You Time
Digging post holes yourself will take you hours to do, especially if you are attempting to do it by hand. However, a professional can do the job with the right type of machinery and in a fraction of the time. This means that you can get on with the actual building of the fence sooner.
3. It Will Save You Money
Digging post holes yourself can save you money initially, however, if you don’t do it correctly, it could cost you in the long run. If your holes are not deep enough then your fence will not be strong and rigid enough to last a long time. In addition, your posts will be more susceptible to frost heave. This could mean that you’ll have to replace your fence much sooner than if you have a professional dig your holes for you. Spending a little extra upfront can save you a lot of money as your fence will last much longer.
Spending a little extra upfront can save you a lot of money as your fence will last much longer
4. You Can Get Expert Advice about Where and When to Dig
Working with an expert when you are digging post holes allows you to get professional advice for your project. A local post digging company will be familiar with your area’s bylaws regarding the installation of fences and decks and will be able to show you where you can and cannot install them. This can save you a lot of time and money in the long run. If you install your fence in the wrong place, you will probably have to tear it down and start all over again.
A professional will also be able to advise you about the best times for digging post holes. For example, you probably want to avoid digging in the hard ground during winter or in the soggy soil in spring.
5. Help with Unexpected Issues
Unexpected problems can happen when you are digging post holes that you may not be sure how to handle. For example, if you come across rocky soil, a professional will have the proper equipment to break through it, and if you have sandy soil, a professional will know how to treat it so that your posts will remain strong and secure.
A professional will know what to do if unexpected problems occur
Why Choose Citywide for Digging Post Holes
Years of Experience:
You can take advantage of our more than 13 years of experience digging post holes. Over the years we have developed and perfected a method of post setting that virtually eliminates post heaving from frost.
Game-Changing Machinery:
We use an augur machine that not only save hours of digging but can easily adjust the size and depth of the holes that we dig. It also allows us to set the concrete deep into the ground to ensure the strength and rigidity of your posts.
Precision Holes:
We can dig holes in a variety of sizes and depths to suit your particular needs. You can choose to have your holes 9, 12, 15, 21, or 24 inches in diameter and up to 5 1/2 feet deep.
Citywide uses a game-changing auger for digging post holes
Narrow Machinery for Easy Access:
Our post digging machinery is among the narrowest in the industry. It is only 42 inches wide which means that it can easily fit into almost any backyard.
Longer Fence and Deck Life:
Your fence or deck will last longer with our expertly installed posts.
Guarantee:
We guarantee your post setting from heaving for up to 2 years!
Free Estimates and Advice:
You can get a free estimate and expert advice to help you make your decision.
Wide Range of Other Services
At Citywide we also provide a wide range of other services. In addition to digging post holes we also do:
Citywide is a locally owned business based in Kitchener. We have been serving the Waterloo region for 13 years and we’d love to serve you too. Contact Citywide today or give us a call at (519) 841-3965 for a free estimate for digging post holes or for one of our other great services.
