subject: Can I Install a Deer Fence by Myself? [print this page] Can I Install a Deer Fence by Myself? Can I Install a Deer Fence by Myself?
Install a Deer Fence Yourself
Can I install a deer fence myself? Yes, if you prepare correctly. There is information out there to help you gather tools, materials and instructions for how to do it.
Benefits of installing your own deer fence:
--Less cost to you
--It can be done in one day if you start in the morning
--You don't have to wait for someone else to clear their schedule; do it on your own time
The installation will go faster if you have help initially, just because several post holes will need to be dug, but this can be done by one person. After that, much of it can be done by you or with one helper. Here is some information you need to have before deciding on what kind of deer fence you should install.
Weight of various types of deer fencing:
--standard polypropylene fencing
--metal grid
--heavy metal grid
--electric fencing
Deer cannot see this fencing well because it is black or gray, and they see yellow and blue objects better, so they will be less likely to try to jump a fence when they cannot see the top of it.
As mentioned above, installing the deer fence goes quickly after the holes are dug and the posts set in cement. Plan to have two posts for the gate to attach to before you put down the outline with string and mark where the post holes will go. Trees can also be used as anchors for fencing if available, and would save digging and cementing.
Measuring the area to be fenced must be done before buying a roll of fencing, of course, so you don't over buy, although having a little extra is recommended. Ground stakes are essential to hold down the fencing after it is attached to the posts so animals don't dig under it.
A good tool to have is tin snips for cutting fencing, which will save time and effort. A large container for mixing cement for each hole would speed up the process, especially if it can be rolled to each hole for dumping. A good wheelbarrow would suffice if you needed to make one batch of cement at a time. Install your own fence and feel secure in stopping damage done by deer.
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