Set the line post in place against the layout line adjust it for plumb and temporarily support it in place with braces.
Chain link fence line post depth.
In general for residential chain link fences dig holes 6 in diameter by 30 deep or below frost line in your area.
For commercial purposes 9ga wire is common on chain link fence although when security is an issue some prefer 6ga because it is harder to cut.
Chain link fabric height 2 depth of post in ground total post height.
2 above the height of the fence.
11 gauge wire is usually only used for temporary construction fence.
The line post holes should be lined up so that when they are set in the center of their holes their centers will line up with the terniinal post cbnters.
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If your fabric is to rest on top of grade this is the industry standard for setting chain link fence posts.
Select a line post size its spacing and footing for a 12 high chain link fence that will consist of a 9 gage 1 3 4 mesh fabric.
This means the outside faces of the line posts will be about 1 4 inside of the line stretched between ihe outside of the terminal posts.
These posts can be used at the end of a line of fence at a fence corner or for gate posts.
For example if the length between two terminal posts is 30 feet then line posts would be spaced 10 feet apart see chart below.
Line post spacing chart.
5 minutes fence post depth size and anchoring systems can make or break your fence line.
High chain link fence.
Now dig the line post holes and set the line posts.
Terminal posts should be 24 in.
Consider using top rail.
This post is used for a 4 ft.
3 below the height of the fence.
Line posts should not be spaced more than 10 feet apart.
Make sure the mark you made earlier is at ground level.
The string should be 4 below the top of the terminal posts.
Most commercial chain link fencing has top rail to help prevent bending of wire tops.
For a site location with a high wind condition and the design selection of an appropriate footing size and depth.
Correct post hole shape.
Commercial fence installation tips.
