Step 2: Setting Terminal Posts

Although post depth will be determined by local weather and soil conditions holes for terminal posts are normally dug 8" wide and 18" to 30" deep with vertical sides (SEE FIGURE 2).

Now, dig all terminal post holes.

Next, with crayon or chalk, mark the ground line on posts. Height, above level ground, of terminal posts will equal the height of the fence fabric plus 2". Height of line posts (intermediate posts) will equal the height of the fabric minus 2"

Set all terminal posts in concrete. Posts should be centered into the hole. Be sure that the crayon mark remains at ground level. Check the plumb with a carpenter's level. Finally, crown all post footings so that water drains down and away from posts (SEE FIGURE 3).
(For special conditions SEE FIGURE 4.)