Fence Post Concrete Footing

Fence posts anchored in concrete footings last for years as long as they re installed properly.

Fence post concrete footing.

Concrete post footings are removed when replacing a damaged post moving posts or when trenching for underground pipes. Recommended steel fence post foundation details h height of fence above grade s spacing of fence posts center to center b diameter of round concrete pier hole or dimension of square pier d required depth of concrete pier. Fence stability starts at the bottom. Typical post footings for fences decks and exterior stairs are between 18.

Pour 3 inches of concrete into the hole prior to setting the post to provide separation of the post from the earth. After digging a hole in the correct dimensions for the support slide the form tube into the hole and fill it with concrete making sure the concrete mix is properly consolidated to eliminate air pockets and other defects. Even though the concrete hardening technically known as curing process begins quickly you should leave the posts undisturbed for at least two days after pouring the concrete. The depth of your fence post footings will vary according to fence height wind loading and soil type as well as other factors.