What post hole means
A post hole is the hole dug for a fence or deck post, usually backfilled with concrete, gravel or tamped soil to hold the post plumb.
Also called post setting, post depth.
Where it matters on a fencing job
Hole depth and what the post is set in decide whether a fence leans after a few winters. Call the dig line before digging and price rocky or root bound ground higher.
What it costs
Jobs that involve post hole are priced in the fence installation cost guide: about $3,900 typical, usually $2,450 to $5,900. The guide shows its sources and what moves the price. The fence cost calculator prices a job line by line.
Work it out
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