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Some fence posts do not have to be buried as deeply as others. Fences that are not solid have less wind load against them. A split-rail fence or a regular picket fence with spaces between the pickets allows much of the wind to pass through, thus lowering the tipping force. In these instances, the fence posts need not be buried as deeply.
If you decide to use treated fence posts, be sure to use the proper timbers. Not all treated lumber is approved for burial. The treated fence posts should be labeled as approved for direct burial.
Call 811, the national Call Before You Dig number, a few days before you start your fence project to avoid striking an electric, phone or even natural gas line with a posthole digger. You can also visit the Web site http:/
