If the fence will be built on a shared property line, then try talking with your neighbor to find out if they’d be willing to share the cost of the fence with you.
Make sure to call the Digline at 811 before you start digging.
A wood fence is the most common. These last between 5-20 years, depending on the type of wood (cedar will last longer than pine, for example), and are they relatively inexpensive. Wood fences may be difficult to clean, however, if they get paint on them. Vinyl fences will last much longer than a wood fence, up to a lifetime if using quality vinyl. They can come in a variety of colors that should not fade over time and are easily cleaned if they get paint on them. They are, however, slightly more expensive in terms of upfront costs. Brick is an option if you dislike the look of wood or vinyl fences, or if you feel the need for something more sturdy. You can use actual brick or you can use concrete block. The concrete block can be further covered in cobble or plaster for a “Southwestern” look. Concrete blocks can also be turned perpendicular to each other to create planters in your wall. Any kind of masonry construction, however, will be much more expensive than the other options, although it will last longer than wood. Growing or green fences are a great option if your city is very restrictive about permits or permits are very expensive. They are also good if you would prefer more greenery in your yard, rather than looking at a fence. You can plant Arborvitae, an evergreen shrub which grows three feet a year, put in an iron or chain fence and train ivy on it, or grow more standard hedges like holly. [3] X Research source
Remember to call the Digline at 811 before you dig![6] X Research source Water mains are usually placed at least 4 ft in the ground so in most cases a 16 to 24 inch deep posthole should be safe. You can use a manual digger or a motorized auger. Both can often be rented from your local hardware store.
Varying the depth of the hole to keep the height of the posts the same is much more labor intensive than digging the post hole to approximately the same depth of each hole and cutting off the top of the posts after they have set for 24 hours. It is also important to seal the tops of posts to protect them from rainwater damage.
Alternatively, mix the quick-set concrete in a bucket or wheelbarrow and then pour it in. You will want to continue to use string to make sure the posts are in line with each other.
You will probably need two or three rails, depending on the height of your fence.
