FM-408 FenceMaster PVC Vinyl Picket Fence For House, Garden, Backyard

Installation

When installing a fence, it is often encountered in a sloped site. Here, we discuss what to do in this situation and what solutions FenceMaster provides to our customers.

Installing a PVC fence on a sloping place can be a bit challenging, but it is certainly possible. Here are the general steps we suggest to follow:

Determine the slope of the land. Before you start installing your PVC fence, you need to determine the degree of the slope. This will help you determine how much you need to adjust the fence to make sure it is level.

Choose the right fence panels. When installing a fence on a sloping area, you need to use fence panels that are designed to accommodate the slope. There are special fence panels made for this purpose that have a "step" design, where the fence panel will have a higher section on one end and a lower section on the other end.

Mark the fence line. Once you have your fence panels, you can mark the fence line using stakes and a string. Make sure you follow the slope of the land as you mark the line.

Dig the holes. Dig the holes for the fence posts using a post hole digger or a power auger. The holes should be deep enough to hold the fence posts securely and should be wider at the bottom than at the top.

Install the fence posts. Install the fence posts in the holes, making sure they are level. If the slope is steep, you may need to cut the posts to make them fit the angle of the slope.

Install the fence panels. Once the fence posts are in place, you can install the fence panels. Start at the highest point of the slope and work your way down. FenceMaster has two options to fix panels on the post.

Plan A: Use FenceMaster’s rail brackets. Put the brackets on both ends of the rail, and fix them to the posts with screws.

Plan B: Route holes on a 2"x3-1/2" open rail in advance, the distance between the holes is the height of the panel, and the size of the holes is the outer dimension of the rail. Next, connect the panel and routed 2"x3-1/2" open rail first, and then fix the rail and post together with screws. Note: For all exposed screws, use FenceMaster’s screw button to cover the tail of the screw. This is not only beautiful, but also safer.

Adjust the fence panels. As you install the fence panels, you may need to adjust them to make sure they are level. Use a level to check the alignment of each panel and adjust the brackets as needed.

Finish the fence: Once all the fence panels are in place, you can add any finishing touches, such as post caps or decorative finials.

Installing a PVC fence on a sloping area requires careful planning and some extra effort, but with the right materials, and steps, it can be done successfully. When these installations are completed, you can see the beautiful vinyl fence patchwork, which will bring extra beauty and value to the house.