THE 1ST RULE OF ALUMINUM FENCE INSTALLATION: Do not dig all of your post holes in advance.
THE 2ND RULE OF ALUMINUM FENCE INSTALLATION: Do not dig all of your post holes in advance.
Why? Because your line posts, corner posts and end posts are routed. i.e. you insert (and set) the horizontal rails into the routed holes of each post. Then, you “set” the panel-to-post connection with self-tapping, stainless steel screws, which go through the aluminm post and grabbing the horizontal rail. GreatFence aluminum fence barriers are built “as you go.” It’s actually easier this way. Do-it-yourself aluminum fence installation has never been easier!
Aluminum fence and gate installation is easy with GreatFence.com fencing because our products have been designed with home owners and business owners in mind. Spend no money on costly installation fees. Let GreatFence.com help you on your next DIY project. Browse through our aluminum fence and gate installation page to find instructions and other useful tips that can help you set up our aluminum fencing products.
Do-it-Yourself Made Easy
We believe that pre- and post-installation are just as important as the installation process itself. We share information we think will be useful to your project. Read our installation manual to have an idea about the tools you’ll need for your project. From string or chalk line and stakes to bungee cords, we list everything you need to prepare. Our manual also includes measurements for residential, commercial, and industrial fencing products. Feel free to use them and identify the applicable distance for each product and accessory you install.
Detailed Product Description
Click any item from our aluminum fence and gate installation guide list for more information. We’ll either provide you with a PDF file or link you to the specific descriptions of our fencing products and accessories. As such, you can decide whether you’ve found the right piece for your property or not. If you ever come across a term you don’t understand, please visit our Glossary of Definitions page. We have included photos, so it’s easier to visualize what you’re looking for.
No need to hire someone if you can do the process yourself. Save money on installation by ordering from GreatFence.com. Call us at 888-379-1312 if you still can’t find what you’re looking for. Our customer support and corporate and sales team will be glad to help.
How are the POSTS installed to support the barrier?
There are several ways to install our POSTS. 1) Cement the posts into the ground, 2) Mount the post on top of any hard surface using our welded plate option, and 3)Same as Option #2 with the added plate cover to cover up the bolt-heads.
Cementing your posts in ground, most US jurisdictions require a minimum of 2 feet below surface level; 3 feet if you have a frost-line issue. Always check your local building codes. Welded Plates require your Posts to be 3 INCHES longer than the height of your fence panel or gate. Cement and/or anchors are not included with your purchase; purchase locally. If your specific application requires both types, Cemented In Ground and Welded Plate Posts, always start your installation with the products using the welded plate posts as this will “set” the template for your entire barrier. And, welded plate posts have no vertical adjustment flexibility on-site; whereas posts Cemented In Ground do.
NOTE: Heavy Duty Gate Hinges require 4″ x 4″ Gate Posts or larger. Heavy Duty Gate Hinges will not work with smaller posts.
