Installing a Vinyl Privacy Fence

Installing a Vinyl Privacy Fence

• The fence is being installed at a beautiful home using a different method than traditional digging and filling with concrete.
• The method involves driving posts into the ground using a rhino pounder.

Posts and Adapters

• The posts are 2 3/8 SS40, 6 feet long, with 3 feet in the ground and 3 feet above.
• The posts are all the same size, and the line should be continually straight.
• The hinge post is taller (8 feet) to allow for the gate to hang.

Gate and Hinge

• The hinge post is on the low side of the land to ensure water drains away from the house.
• The gate will be hung on the low side to ensure proper drainage.

Rails and Donuts

• The vinyl post is slid over a "donut" (2 3/8 by 5/8 post adapter) and into the vital post.
• The donut allows the vinyl post to adapt to the vital post.
• The rails are inserted into the posts, and the fence is built from there.

Measuring and Installing Rails

• Measure from metal post to metal post to ensure the rail sits tight.
• Lift the post and rotate it to get the rail in place.
• The rail is locked in by the two posts and cannot come out.

Setting Height and Securing Posts

• Set the height of the fence by screwing the post into the donut.
• Use a U-channel to mark the spot for the screw.
• Drill into the post and donut to secure the post.

Building a Section of Vinyl Fence

• Measure and rip the pickets to the correct width.
• Install the pickets between the posts, ensuring they are pulled tight against each other.
• Insert the top rail, which has already been pre-cut.
• Use rail locks to secure the top rail in place.

Finishing the Fence

• Use glue to attach the cap to the fence.
• Use a small amount of glue, similar to wrapping a Christmas present.
• Tap the cap into place to ensure it's level and secure.

Comparing Methods

• This method is compared to the traditional method of digging and filling with concrete.
• The equipment needed for this method is less than the traditional method.
• This method is safer for landscapes and has limited job access.
• The speed of install is debatable, but the structural integrity is the same as the traditional method.
• The cost of this method is comparable to the traditional method.
• Repairs are easier with this method, as it only requires undoing a few sections and replacing the post.
• However, this method is not suitable for rocky ground conditions.

Installing a Vinyl Privacy Fence

• Fence installation uses a method that doesn't require traditional digging and filling with concrete.
• This method involves driving posts into the ground using a rhino pounder.

Posts and Adapters

• Posts are 2 3/8 SS40, 6 feet long, with 3 feet in the ground and 3 feet above.
• All posts are the same size, ensuring a straight line.
• The hinge post is taller (8 feet) to accommodate the gate.

Gate and Hinge

• The hinge post is positioned on the low side of the land to allow water to drain away from the house.
• The gate is hung on the low side to ensure proper drainage.

Rails and Donuts

• A vinyl post is slid over a "donut" (2 3/8 by 5/8 post adapter) and into the vital post.
• The donut allows the vinyl post to adapt to the vital post.

Measuring and Installing Rails

• Measure from metal post to metal post to ensure the rail sits tightly.
• Lift the post and rotate it to get the rail in place.
• The rail is locked in by the two posts and cannot come out.

Setting Height and Securing Posts

• Set the fence height by screwing the post into the donut.
• Use a U-channel to mark the spot for the screw.
• Drill into the post and donut to secure the post.

Building a Section of Vinyl Fence

• Measure and rip pickets to the correct width.
• Install pickets between posts, ensuring they are pulled tight against each other.
• Insert the pre-cut top rail.
• Use rail locks to secure the top rail in place.

Finishing the Fence

• Attach the cap to the fence using a small amount of glue.
• Tap the cap into place to ensure it's level and secure.

Comparing Methods

• This method is safer for landscapes and has limited job access compared to traditional digging and filling with concrete.
• The equipment needed is less than the traditional method.
• This method has comparable cost and structural integrity to the traditional method.
• Repairs are easier with this method, as it only requires undoing a few sections and replacing the post.
• However, this method is not suitable for rocky ground conditions.

Installing a Vinyl Privacy Fence

• Fence installation uses a method that doesn't require traditional digging and filling with concrete.
• This method involves driving posts into the ground using a rhino pounder.

Posts and Adapters

• Posts are 2 3/8 SS40, 6 feet long, with 3 feet in the ground and 3 feet above.
• All posts are the same size, ensuring a straight line.
• The hinge post is taller (8 feet) to accommodate the gate.

Gate and Hinge

• The hinge post is positioned on the low side of the land to allow water to drain away from the house.
• The gate is hung on the low side to ensure proper drainage.

Rails and Donuts

• A vinyl post is slid over a "donut" (2 3/8 by 5/8 post adapter) and into the vital post.
• The donut allows the vinyl post to adapt to the vital post.

Measuring and Installing Rails

• Measure from metal post to metal post to ensure the rail sits tightly.
• Lift the post and rotate it to get the rail in place.
• The rail is locked in by the two posts and cannot come out.

Setting Height and Securing Posts

• Set the fence height by screwing the post into the donut.
• Use a U-channel to mark the spot for the screw.
• Drill into the post and donut to secure the post.

Building a Section of Vinyl Fence

• Measure and rip pickets to the correct width.
• Install pickets between posts, ensuring they are pulled tight against each other.
• Insert the pre-cut top rail.
• Use rail locks to secure the top rail in place.

Finishing the Fence

• Attach the cap to the fence using a small amount of glue.
• Tap the cap into place to ensure it's level and secure.

Comparing Methods

• This method is safer for landscapes and has limited job access compared to traditional digging and filling with concrete.
• The equipment needed is less than the traditional method.
• This method has comparable cost and structural integrity to the traditional method.
• Repairs are easier with this method, as it only requires undoing a few sections and replacing the post.
• However, this method is not suitable for rocky ground conditions.

Installing a Vinyl Privacy Fence

• Fence installation uses a method that doesn't require traditional digging and filling with concrete.
• This method involves driving posts into the ground using a rhino pounder.

Posts and Adapters

• Posts are 2 3/8 SS40, 6 feet long, with 3 feet in the ground and 3 feet above.
• All posts are the same size, ensuring a straight line.
• The hinge post is taller (8 feet) to accommodate the gate.

Gate and Hinge

• The hinge post is positioned on the low side of the land to allow water to drain away from the house.
• The gate is hung on the low side to ensure proper drainage.

Rails and Donuts

• A vinyl post is slid over a "donut" (2 3/8 by 5/8 post adapter) and into the vital post.
• The donut allows the vinyl post to adapt to the vital post.

Measuring and Installing Rails

• Measure from metal post to metal post to ensure the rail sits tightly.
• Lift the post and rotate it to get the rail in place.
• The rail is locked in by the two posts and cannot come out.

Setting Height and Securing Posts

• Set the fence height by screwing the post into the donut.
• Use a U-channel to mark the spot for the screw.
• Drill into the post and donut to secure the post.

Building a Section of Vinyl Fence

• Measure and rip pickets to the correct width.
• Install pickets between posts, ensuring they are pulled tight against each other.
• Insert the pre-cut top rail.
• Use rail locks to secure the top rail in place.

Finishing the Fence

• Attach the cap to the fence using a small amount of glue.
• Tap the cap into place to ensure it's level and secure.

Comparing Methods

• This method is safer for landscapes and has limited job access compared to traditional digging and filling with concrete.
• The equipment needed is less than the traditional method.
• This method has comparable cost and structural integrity to the traditional method.
• Repairs are easier with this method, as it only requires undoing a few sections and replacing the post.
• However, this method is not suitable for rocky ground conditions.

Building a Vinyl Privacy Fence on a Hill

• To replicate the terrain, set one post taller than the other.
• Each post should be out of the ground roughly the same amount to ensure it follows the terrain when going up an incline.

Finding the Angle

• Measure from the 1 1/4 inch mark on the post to the bottom of the rail to find the angle.
• Calculate the overall length by measuring from the face of the metal post to the face of the metal post on the receiving side.
• For a no dig system, measure from the bottom of the hole to the metal post; for a traditional system, add 3 inches to the overall length.

Cutting the Rail

• Mark the rail at the measured length and draw a line to connect the marks.
• Cut the rail at a 10-degree angle using a saw.
• Ensure the rail is cut correctly, as it can only be installed one way.

Installing the Pickets

• Cut the pickets at a 10-degree angle to match the slope, taking half the angle off the top and bottom.
• Find the center of the picket and cut at a 10-degree angle for a perfect fit.

Installing the U Channel

• Use Phillips pan head self-tapping screws to attach the U channel to the post.
• These screws help to go through the vinyl quickly and prevent the screw from walking.

Tips and Reminders

• Be prepared to use a router to widen the hole if it becomes too tight when dealing with angles and inclines.
• Ensure the pickets are not too short and cannot be pushed out of the rail.
• A single picket failure can cause the entire section of vinyl fence to blow out.