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When the issue appears to be a lack of stability because of a flimsy vinyl material, location in a high-wind corridor, on the corner or end of a fence line, or carrying an excessive unsupported load–like a long stretch of privacy fencing, the fence posts may need additional support to prevent them from excessive sway–the fence’s flex and bending under pressure.Įxcessive sway may eventually chew a gap into the post hole and the problem area may spread. Typically, addressing potential issues with the post is an easy fix and is a preventative measure to avoid issues with the post hole (difficult fix).

#VINYL CORNER BRACKETS HOW TO#

How to Identify if the Issue is with the Post or Hole Issues with the Post If any one or more of these conditions exist, the fence may need reinforecement.

Damage: a post obviously damaged, broken, or forced out of alignment due to some outside force or impact.

Out of plain: a straight view of the fence reveals posts that have recessed below or heaved up above the fenceline.

Out of plumb: a view down the fenceline revealing posts that have been driven in or out of plumb and/or alignment–some of the posts are loose in the post hole.

Sagging Rails: Top and/or bottom rails sagging or bowing between posts.

Gaps: big separation between pickets or between pickets and posts.Dangling end: an unsupported terminal or end post that is flimsy or loose in the post hole–preventing it from properly supporting the rest of that particular line of fence.Loose corner: a corner post that is loose in the post hole preventing it from properly supporting the adjoining fenclines.Weak gate: gate posts that are flimsy, wobbly, or loose in the post hole causing difficulty with opening, closing, and/or engaging the latch mechanism. Wind corridor: known areas of fenceline constantly exposed to high winds.Long straight unsupported fence line: can be prone to potential damage from unexpected high-winds.It can be easily toggled back and forth within the post hole. Loose post: the post doesn’t sit tight in the post hole.Flimsy or overly flexible material: touching the post and slightly pushing will cause a sort of reverberation down the fence line.Chattering fence: creaking, squeaking, chattering excessively under little to no wind duress.The issues may stem from wind exposure, carrying an excessive load, post hole damage, or improper installation: The following list provides indications that a vinyl fence may need to be strengthened and reinforced. 12 Signs that Indicate that a Vinyl Fence May Have a Problem Needing Reinforcement:

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