{"id":2707,"date":"2022-10-18T13:13:22","date_gmt":"2022-10-18T17:13:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/homeimprovementscout.com\/?p=2707"},"modified":"2022-12-18T17:10:17","modified_gmt":"2022-12-18T22:10:17","slug":"how-deep-should-fence-posts-be","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/homeimprovementscout.com\/how-deep-should-fence-posts-be\/","title":{"rendered":"How Deep Should Fence Posts Be?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>If you\u2019re installing a fence, one of the first questions that pops up for most people is how deep should the fence posts be? This makes sense, as fence posts are like the skeleton that holds the fence together.<!--more--><\/p>\n<p>If they aren\u2019t dug deep enough, the fence won\u2019t be properly supported and could actually fall over in a strong wind. The depth of the fence post hole, along with its diameter, are both key factors in the strength of your fence posts.<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re looking for a quick and dirty answer, fence post holes should be dug between 1\/3 and 1\/2 the length of the fence post. So, for an 8-foot fence post, the hole should be between 2 2\/3 feet and 4 feet deep.<\/p>\n<p>Let\u2019s take a closer look at how deep fence posts should be, as well as several related topics that come up when digging fence post holes.<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_61 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Jump To:<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-65a46bddaf9e4\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-65a46bddaf9e4\" checked aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/homeimprovementscout.com\/how-deep-should-fence-posts-be\/#Fence_Post_Depth_Explained\" title=\"Fence Post Depth Explained\">Fence Post Depth Explained<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/homeimprovementscout.com\/how-deep-should-fence-posts-be\/#Factors_Influencing_Fence_Post_Depth\" title=\"Factors Influencing Fence Post Depth \">Factors Influencing Fence Post Depth <\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/homeimprovementscout.com\/how-deep-should-fence-posts-be\/#What_Diameter_Fence_Post_Holes_Should_I_Dig\" title=\"What Diameter Fence Post Holes Should I Dig?\">What Diameter Fence Post Holes Should I Dig?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/homeimprovementscout.com\/how-deep-should-fence-posts-be\/#What_to_Use_to_Fill_your_Post_Holes\" title=\"What to Use to Fill your Post Holes?\">What to Use to Fill your Post Holes?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Fence_Post_Depth_Explained\"><\/span><strong>Fence Post Depth Explained<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>When it comes to digging fence post holes, there is actually a lot to consider.<\/p>\n<p>First off, you\u2019ll want to keep in mind the height of your fence before digging. You\u2019ll need to plan out the fence installation beforehand, which means considering any required permits as well as the location of any utility lines and your fence post height.<\/p>\n<p>The fence height is key as it will determine the right height for both your fence posts and the depth of your post holes. For instance, if you\u2019re fence is 6 feet tall, and you&#8217;re going to use 8-foot fence posts, then your holes will need to be 2 feet deep. If you want increased strength, then you\u2019ll need to go with 10-foot fence posts, which will allow you to dig your post holes 4 feet deep.<\/p>\n<p>While this may not be a requirement for your area, you may need to consider your local building codes when planning out your fence installation.<\/p>\n<p>Another thing to consider is that you\u2019ll want to add about 6-inches at the bottom of your fence post hole to pour gravel. This will give your post hole good drainage, and provide a stable surface to pour the concrete into.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_2713\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-2713\" style=\"width: 790px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-2713 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/homeimprovementscout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/gravel-bottom-of-post-hole-1.jpg?resize=800%2C502&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"gravel bottom of post hole\" width=\"800\" height=\"502\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/homeimprovementscout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/gravel-bottom-of-post-hole-1.jpg?w=800&amp;ssl=1 800w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/homeimprovementscout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/gravel-bottom-of-post-hole-1.jpg?resize=300%2C188&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/homeimprovementscout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/gravel-bottom-of-post-hole-1.jpg?resize=768%2C482&amp;ssl=1 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-2713\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Post hole with gravel lining the bottom.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Factors_Influencing_Fence_Post_Depth\"><\/span><strong>Factors Influencing Fence Post Depth <\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>When digging fence post holes, make sure to consider the type of soil as well as how windy and stormy your area is.<\/p>\n<p>Areas with high winds and frequent storms mean your fence is more likely to be tipped over in heavy winds. In these environments, opt for deeper fence post holes to reinforce the fence\u2019s strength.<\/p>\n<p>If you live in an area with sandy soil, then you\u2019ll want to go with increased hole depth. On the other hand, if your area has tough, clay-like soil, then you can afford shallower post holes.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Diameter_Fence_Post_Holes_Should_I_Dig\"><\/span><strong>What Diameter Fence Post Holes Should I Dig?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>When you\u2019re planning a fence post installation, you\u2019ll need to consider the diameter of your post hole as well as its depth. The post hole diameter will help determine the overall fence\u2019s strength.<\/p>\n<p>The general rule of thumb for fence post holes is three times the diameter of your fence post. This means that for a 4&#215;4 fence post, you\u2019ll want to dig the post hole 12-inches in diameter.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_to_Use_to_Fill_your_Post_Holes\"><\/span><strong>What to Use to Fill your Post Holes?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The most common material to fill your post holes with is <a href=\"https:\/\/homeimprovementscout.com\/best-concrete-mix-for-fence-posts\/\">fast-setting concrete like Quikrete<\/a>. Quikrete\u2019s fast-setting mix is the ideal concrete mix for this task as it doesn\u2019t require mixing \u2013 meaning you can pour is directly into the post hole and then add water. It also dries in just a few hours and cures enough to start installing the fence panels in just 24 hours.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_2711\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-2711\" style=\"width: 790px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-2711 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/homeimprovementscout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/quikrete-fence-post-hole.jpg?resize=800%2C516&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"fence post hole filled with quikrete fast setting mix\" width=\"800\" height=\"516\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/homeimprovementscout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/quikrete-fence-post-hole.jpg?w=800&amp;ssl=1 800w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/homeimprovementscout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/quikrete-fence-post-hole.jpg?resize=300%2C194&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/homeimprovementscout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/quikrete-fence-post-hole.jpg?resize=768%2C495&amp;ssl=1 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-2711\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Fence post hole filled with Quikrete.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>You can also use a standard concrete mix to pour in your post holes, but this will take longer to dry and cure.<\/p>\n<p>While it\u2019s not the ideal solution for every situation, you can also fill a <a href=\"https:\/\/homeimprovementscout.com\/install-fence-post-without-concrete\/\">fence post hole without concrete<\/a>. In this scenario, you\u2019ll use loose gravel to fill the hole, and then tamp it down to compact the gravel around the post.<\/p>\n<p>This method has the advantage of being easy to repair in case a storm pushes your fence over and offers a similar level of security to concrete when done properly.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you\u2019re installing a fence, one of the first questions that pops up for most people is how deep should the fence posts be? 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