Remove Rotten Fence Posts Like a PRO in 5 Minutes!

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  • @FixitwithFowler
    @FixitwithFowler  2 місяці тому +18

    Please consider SUBSCRIBING to my channel to help me reach 100K Subscribers! stayhome

  • @occamraiser
    @occamraiser День тому +2

    Absolutely awesome. “Give me a place to stand, and a lever long enough, and I will move the world”. (Archimedes)

    • @FixitwithFowler
      @FixitwithFowler  День тому +1

      Thanks for your great comment, im glad you liked the video!

  • @rogmorts1
    @rogmorts1 День тому +1

    Stumbled on this video and it has answered my problem of some rotten fence posts.
    Now to go get the bits to try it out.

    • @FixitwithFowler
      @FixitwithFowler  День тому +2

      Im glad you found the video useful, the main bit you need to get the rotten fence post out is this amzn.to/40kzlDC

  • @philiptilden2318
    @philiptilden2318 Місяць тому +7

    That is just brilliant. To think of the hours I've spent bashing, digging and chipping and getting exhausted and frustrated with old posts... but this is so simple and brilliant.

  • @jeffrogers5929
    @jeffrogers5929 23 години тому +1

    Briliant! What a time-saver.

    • @FixitwithFowler
      @FixitwithFowler  20 годин тому +1

      Im glad you liked the video, and thanks for your comment.

  • @stephenwhyman5442
    @stephenwhyman5442 2 місяці тому +17

    Just been out in my garden looking at the rotten fence posts and thinking how do I get them out of the ground. Came in sat down, opened UA-cam and what was the first recommendation - this. Perfect timing. Great videos, keep them coming.😊

    • @FixitwithFowler
      @FixitwithFowler  2 місяці тому +2

      That is amazing, perfect timing for you! Hopefully, this video will be popular as this method makes it so easy to remove a rotten fence post!

    • @clivef7834
      @clivef7834 Місяць тому +1

      Wish I'd seen this in the spring. I dug out five rotten posts over this summer!!!

    • @FixitwithFowler
      @FixitwithFowler  Місяць тому +1

      @clivef7834 That's typical, but at least you know now, and hopefully, you can use this technique to remove rotten fence posts in the future if you need to.

    • @jm6604-c4d
      @jm6604-c4d Місяць тому +2

      Google is listening to you 😮

    • @IverKnackerov
      @IverKnackerov Місяць тому +1

      It’s because you have voice activation turned on, in your phone. ….

  • @steverobertsbbc
    @steverobertsbbc Місяць тому +4

    When I did the "put a new post back in the existing concrete hole" thing, I found that pouring fine sand down the sides of the post to fill up any remaining gap between post and hole made the post absolutely rock solid.

  • @masterham4640
    @masterham4640 2 місяці тому +3

    I've been using this method for some years albeit with different hardware. It definitely works and of all the methods I've tried is the easiest. You make a good point about using good length bolts or screws otherwise they can rip out of of a rotten post.

    • @FixitwithFowler
      @FixitwithFowler  2 місяці тому +2

      Thanks for taking the time to comment on my video. It is such an easy way to remove a rotten fence posts with little effort!

  • @kiddcapri1711
    @kiddcapri1711 2 місяці тому +4

    Wow! Its like youtube knows what im thinking. I've not even searched for how to remove old fence posts and I get this recommendation.
    Great job .... Love the physics side of it.

    • @FixitwithFowler
      @FixitwithFowler  2 місяці тому +1

      Thanks for your comment, i know what you mean about suggested videos but im glad you have seen it, have you looked at my other videos?

    • @kiddcapri1711
      @kiddcapri1711 2 місяці тому +1

      @FixitwithFowler not yet... I will now though. If they're informative, not too long and have the occasional subliminal joke in there I tend to subscribe.
      Great video btw. I've linked it to a few friend's.

    • @FixitwithFowler
      @FixitwithFowler  2 місяці тому +1

      @kiddcapri1711 cheers!!!

  • @lms_steve6693
    @lms_steve6693 26 днів тому +1

    That's a great tip. I've got some 2" wide x 1/4" steel in the shed which I'll cut and drill a couple of holes in to make a "puller". I have repaired posts in the past by drilling 16mms holes in the bottom of the post and the wood in the hole and using M16 all thread to connect.

    • @FixitwithFowler
      @FixitwithFowler  26 днів тому +2

      Good idea with the puller, i never thought about repairing the post! Thanks for your comment 😁

  • @Scratch_builder
    @Scratch_builder День тому +2

    Much better, starting to look like a fencer lol, similar method to how we do it, we just use a graft shoved into the bit in the ground and pull out.
    Just need to show how you'll put the fence back together now you've cut the tenon....👍

    • @FixitwithFowler
      @FixitwithFowler  День тому +2

      Lol, it's all coming out! Im going to replace the posts with concrete posts and gravel boards, then im going to build custom panels to replicate the old fence.

    • @Scratch_builder
      @Scratch_builder День тому +2

      @FixitwithFowler
      Splendid can't beat concrete and gravel boards

    • @FixitwithFowler
      @FixitwithFowler  День тому +1

      @Scratch_builder, i wish i had used them in the first place 10 years ago, but money was tight as we had just moved in. Hopefully, it will look good once it's all painted!

    • @occamraiser
      @occamraiser День тому

      @@Scratch_builder Except it's as ugly as sin.

  • @suefowler8005
    @suefowler8005 2 місяці тому +2

    You make everything look easy xx

  • @Simon-fk7mr
    @Simon-fk7mr 2 місяці тому +2

    Another brilliant video, such a simple solution to get a rotten fence post out the ground 😊

    • @FixitwithFowler
      @FixitwithFowler  2 місяці тому +1

      Glad you enjoyed it, thanks for your comment!

  • @RalphBrooks-gb2ek
    @RalphBrooks-gb2ek 3 години тому +1

    Very useful.

    • @FixitwithFowler
      @FixitwithFowler  Годину тому +1

      Im glad you found the video useful, thanks for your comment!

    • @RalphBrooks-gb2ek
      @RalphBrooks-gb2ek Годину тому +1

      @@FixitwithFowler As a DIY person now 71 years old, I have replaced a lot of fence posts over the years for myself, son and daughter and friends. I'm old enough to have replaced posts I had put in myself, in some instances twice over! I have spent hours probably aggregating to days over these years laboriously chiselling out the old bits of post and attempting to re-use the hole. Most often it was quicker and easier to smash up the old concrete and start again. But as you say that can be difficult if access is limited or close to something you don't want to damage. I'll definitely try your method next time I have a rotten post to deal with.

    • @FixitwithFowler
      @FixitwithFowler  Годину тому +1

      @RalphBrooks-gb2ek, that's great to hear, i just always look for an easy solution, and i only need to remove the posts and not replace them, which definitely makes it easier.

  • @Lutzboater
    @Lutzboater 2 місяці тому +1

    Excellent info on removing those stubborn post remnants. Thanks for the great idea.

    • @FixitwithFowler
      @FixitwithFowler  2 місяці тому +2

      Im glad you found the video helpful! Thanks for your comment and please consider subscribing to help me reach my 50k subscriber goal 🤩

    • @Lutzboater
      @Lutzboater 2 місяці тому +1

      @@FixitwithFowler I'm a sub !!

    • @FixitwithFowler
      @FixitwithFowler  2 місяці тому +1

      Thank you 😁😁😁

  • @groovyboovy
    @groovyboovy 23 дні тому +1

    That was great, I think I will be using it in the future

    • @FixitwithFowler
      @FixitwithFowler  23 дні тому +1

      Im glad you liked the video. Thanks for taking the time to comment on my video!

  • @mikew2256
    @mikew2256 Місяць тому +1

    That is a lovely fence!

    • @FixitwithFowler
      @FixitwithFowler  Місяць тому +1

      It was, but now it's an absolute pain. Only about 40 posts to replace!

  • @EdwardForty
    @EdwardForty Місяць тому +1

    A great tip and thank you so much.

  • @Will-b1l
    @Will-b1l 4 дні тому +1

    I've used many different. Ways to repair a fence like this. They have all worked . This one is odd but if it works ok
    😊

  • @andrewharrison6690
    @andrewharrison6690 Місяць тому +1

    Wow…great video. I’ll be trying this

    • @FixitwithFowler
      @FixitwithFowler  Місяць тому +1

      Great, if the post is rotten and you use really long coach screws it will work the same!

  • @saj1981
    @saj1981 Місяць тому +2

    Brilliant...why did i not think of that....subscribed and tool's purchased from your amazon link...Thank You

    • @FixitwithFowler
      @FixitwithFowler  Місяць тому +1

      Oh, brilliant, thanks for subscribing, and a bigger thanks for using my amazon links. Hopefully, you will find many more of my videos useful!

  • @williamrbuchanan4153
    @williamrbuchanan4153 29 днів тому +1

    Add to that cut hole in new post ,for fence to go back into, give it a lead in gap, use old as template . Lift fence a bit to,get entry into post. Plus . A squirt of any oil old to avert further rot in post and fence ends mortice and tenon .

  • @TheIdlesurfer
    @TheIdlesurfer Місяць тому +2

    Not a million miles away from the method I suggested on your pulling up a fence post with a car jack. Your system doesn't need a farm jack, which I've got and use, but I'm always pullin good out fence posts, but for a one off job your system is really effective. You'd be suprised how big a root ball I can pull out on a farm jack. Good physics, mate! The big eye shackle loop works a treat. Mine's a motorcycle ground anchor. Top use of a ratchet strap, too. Good effort.

    • @FixitwithFowler
      @FixitwithFowler  Місяць тому +2

      Thanks for your detailed comment, looks like i should invest in a farm jack!

    • @TheIdlesurfer
      @TheIdlesurfer Місяць тому +1

      @FixitwithFowler gotta be honest, I use mine all the time.

  • @julianprice1587
    @julianprice1587 Місяць тому +2

    What a great idea!

    • @FixitwithFowler
      @FixitwithFowler  Місяць тому +2

      Im glad you like it, thanks for your comment!

  • @carltrollope1192
    @carltrollope1192 29 днів тому +1

    Great job chap

  • @Stephenpikeman
    @Stephenpikeman Місяць тому +1

    Great idea. Thanks for sharing. Regards Stephen

    • @FixitwithFowler
      @FixitwithFowler  Місяць тому +1

      Im glad you liked the idea. It has worked on most of the posts, but some just would not budge. Thanks for your comment!

  • @adventuresofatravelingman
    @adventuresofatravelingman 27 днів тому +1

    What a great tip! 👍

  • @TheXeneco
    @TheXeneco День тому +1

    Had 3 to do last year, but the concrete (or postcrete, or whatever had been used) had bonded to the fence post. Chipping, drilling, bashing, swearing…after many hours they were out and then I could break the concrete up with ease

    • @FixitwithFowler
      @FixitwithFowler  День тому +1

      It's definitely the hardest part of fencing, that's why i try to come up with these ideas to make getting the old post out easier.

  • @ianemerson5569
    @ianemerson5569 24 дні тому +1

    If you have a bit of planning time, buy your fence post and thoroughly dry for a couple of weeks so the wood is not swollen and slides straight in. Not always possible for time reasons but worth it if you do have time.

  • @RareSense
    @RareSense 2 місяці тому +2

    Bloody brilliant!

    • @FixitwithFowler
      @FixitwithFowler  2 місяці тому +2

      Thanks for your comment and please consider subscribing for more great DIY videos!

    • @RareSense
      @RareSense 2 місяці тому +1

      @ mate subscribed….. hehehe these tricks work in Australia too! Lol. :)

  • @Sthilboy56
    @Sthilboy56 2 місяці тому +2

    Been doing this for about 15 years made the hardwhere myself , use a piece of chain and shackles to extend it and not a strap , works when the wood is not too rotten

    • @FixitwithFowler
      @FixitwithFowler  2 місяці тому +1

      I couldn't believe how easy it was to get out, hardly any force needed! Thanks for your comment 😃

    • @Sthilboy56
      @Sthilboy56 2 місяці тому +1

      @ they either come out fairly easy or you just pull the bolts out

    • @FixitwithFowler
      @FixitwithFowler  2 місяці тому +1

      Yeah, luckily, mine just came straight out, but the coach screws were 30cm long!

    • @Sthilboy56
      @Sthilboy56 2 місяці тому +1

      @ I seam to have about 50/50 success rate with it so it’s definitely worth it , especially when you can just slot another post strait in

    • @FixitwithFowler
      @FixitwithFowler  2 місяці тому +1

      Yeah i did try that on my video so it could work out really good!

  • @WagnerGimenes
    @WagnerGimenes 2 місяці тому +1

    Well, thank for your recommendation. I liked this one as well so I've subscribed. Thanks again.

  • @festival10
    @festival10 Місяць тому +2

    That's a brilliant idea, it looks so easy to get the post out! Where did you get the screws from and the ground anchor from? thanks

    • @FixitwithFowler
      @FixitwithFowler  Місяць тому +1

      Yeah, it's really easy to get the post out. I have put the links to the products in the description!

  • @karensylvia9423
    @karensylvia9423 Місяць тому +3

    Nice job !

  • @suefowler8005
    @suefowler8005 2 місяці тому +2

    Hi Steve that's another good video, good advice steve xx

  • @vincetaylor5075
    @vincetaylor5075 2 місяці тому +1

    Awesome idea mate

    • @FixitwithFowler
      @FixitwithFowler  2 місяці тому +1

      Thanks, I'm glad you liked the video 😁

  • @robertferguson558
    @robertferguson558 Місяць тому +1

    Great information!! Thanks.

    • @FixitwithFowler
      @FixitwithFowler  Місяць тому +1

      Im glad you liked the video. Thanks for your comment!

  • @Pete.Ty1
    @Pete.Ty1 2 місяці тому +1

    👍👍👍. Thank you Steve

    • @FixitwithFowler
      @FixitwithFowler  2 місяці тому +2

      Very welcome, im glad you liked the video, and thanks for your comment!

  • @Les-OZZYTHEOSCAR
    @Les-OZZYTHEOSCAR 2 місяці тому +1

    Another good little video there steve, top man !

    • @FixitwithFowler
      @FixitwithFowler  2 місяці тому +2

      I'm glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for the comment!

  • @greedygreggor
    @greedygreggor 28 днів тому +1

    very helpful, thanks :)

  • @brianfarrelly415
    @brianfarrelly415 2 місяці тому +1

    Brilliant video 👍

    • @FixitwithFowler
      @FixitwithFowler  2 місяці тому +1

      Thanks for taking the time to comment, have you considered subscribing to my channel to help me reach my 50k subscriber goal 😃😃

  • @davesmith5223
    @davesmith5223 2 місяці тому +1

    Another brilliant video, Fowler! It looks so easy to remove! New Subscriber here 🎉🎉

    • @FixitwithFowler
      @FixitwithFowler  2 місяці тому

      Thanks for subbing! Im glad you like my video!!

  • @williamsouthworth5275
    @williamsouthworth5275 2 місяці тому +1

    Hey You listen to my question! I Like it! Thank you!

    • @FixitwithFowler
      @FixitwithFowler  2 місяці тому +1

      Of course! I have been trying to make this for a while, but the weather and a road trip through France have stopped my filming. This method is so easy, even i was shocked just how little effort it took. What did you think to it?

  • @michaelplays2449
    @michaelplays2449 2 місяці тому +1

    Great video !! thanks

    • @FixitwithFowler
      @FixitwithFowler  2 місяці тому +1

      Im glad you liked it, thanks for your comment!

  • @jasonh4167
    @jasonh4167 Місяць тому +1

    I have done the same with just one lag bolt with a washer and a length of chain and farm jack.

    • @FixitwithFowler
      @FixitwithFowler  Місяць тому +1

      That's good to hear, i was surprised how easy the rotten fence post came out. Thanks for your comment!

  • @haroldped
    @haroldped Місяць тому +22

    The work is in removing the concrete in the ground. Good luck with that. Prepare to dig and use profanity.

    • @FixitwithFowler
      @FixitwithFowler  Місяць тому +2

      Its definitely easier without the post in the way. But yes 9 times out of 10 the concrete has to come out

    • @Mattt1527
      @Mattt1527 Місяць тому +2

      Instead of pulling the old post out, you could just leave it and put another one not to far down to support the fence. Picket fence is a bit different though

    • @FixitwithFowler
      @FixitwithFowler  Місяць тому +2

      @Mattt1527 yeah loads of options but the whole fence is coming out

    • @PA-ek3ul
      @PA-ek3ul 28 днів тому +1

      Can't see that method working on a post that has about 2ft of concrete around it. Didn't look like l there was much concrete around that post or any.

    • @FixitwithFowler
      @FixitwithFowler  28 днів тому +2

      It had 1.5 bags of post crete around it

  • @kurtlicherovsky9908
    @kurtlicherovsky9908 2 дні тому +1

    Clever use of leverage and likelihood of using cement in ground again

    • @FixitwithFowler
      @FixitwithFowler  2 дні тому +1

      Im glad you liked the video and thanks for your comment! Please consider subscribing to help me reach my 100k subscriber goal 😁

  • @user-hf7jp2lt5x
    @user-hf7jp2lt5x Місяць тому +1

    If it’s too soft to pull out, but still being stubborn, try long drill bits and destroy it in situ.then remove the remaining bits by hand. Works better on 4 inch than 3 as getting your hands in is easier.

    • @FixitwithFowler
      @FixitwithFowler  Місяць тому +1

      Thanks for the great tip, thats a brilliant idea!

  • @alecford2457
    @alecford2457 Місяць тому +1

    If the new post is a bit big for the concrete hole just get the planer out and shave it down a bit - also bevel the end going in and edges helps a bit

  • @MalcolmJames-sg3zg
    @MalcolmJames-sg3zg 2 місяці тому +1

    thanks

  • @John-ik1os
    @John-ik1os Місяць тому +2

    The trouble with putting a new piece of wood into the old concrete hole is that there is a good chance the concrete will split from the corners outwards as you push/ gently hammer the new post in and you will never get a secure fitting. A better idea is to use a slightly smaller timber (or reduce the timber by 5mm on all sides to go into the hole) and pour a wet mortar of cement and sharp sand into the small gaps around the timber. Once this has set you will have a firm fixing.

    • @FixitwithFowler
      @FixitwithFowler  Місяць тому +1

      Yeah, that is a good idea, i wasn't keen on reusing the concrete, but that is a good solution to secure the post!

  • @JS50108
    @JS50108 Місяць тому +1

    You got a Physics teacher’s subscription for this video from Aussie.

  • @thomasrogers4534
    @thomasrogers4534 9 днів тому +1

    Got two posts requiring this method. I erected the fence 30 years ago in over the top amount of concrete so it's saying put. I soaked the ends in creosote, but nothing lasts forever. To preserve the remaining posts I'm thinking of drilling a 1/2" hole on an angle, insert pipe and funnel and pour in creosote (substitute) and wait while it saturates the posts below ground?

    • @FixitwithFowler
      @FixitwithFowler  9 днів тому +1

      There are loads of things you can try to preserve the posts but this is my method now for wooden posts ua-cam.com/video/eaIVo5xX7Ag/v-deo.htmlsi=ro2duWg8dZz-XGrn

  • @andrewwebb9794
    @andrewwebb9794 27 днів тому +1

    Hi, could I ask where you would purchase that metal post puller from please ?

    • @FixitwithFowler
      @FixitwithFowler  27 днів тому +1

      The link is in the description inclding the coach screws but here is a direct link amzn.to/3VwIndH hope that helps

  • @Ben-gm9lo
    @Ben-gm9lo 2 місяці тому +1

    Great explanation - deffo worth a sub.
    Where did you get the ground anchor from? I can't find it on your Amazon store.

    • @FixitwithFowler
      @FixitwithFowler  2 місяці тому +1

      Im glad you found the video helpful! Sorry i forgot to update the amazon store, here is a direct link amzn.to/3YSfcD1

    • @FixitwithFowler
      @FixitwithFowler  2 місяці тому +1

      Hi, im really sorry but i forgot to update my Amazon store 😣 but i have now added the links for each item in the description so it ids easier to find the items you need! Let me know if you can't find them!

    • @Ben-gm9lo
      @Ben-gm9lo 2 місяці тому +1

      @@FixitwithFowler Lovely job, thanks. The links worked a treat.

    • @FixitwithFowler
      @FixitwithFowler  2 місяці тому +1

      Thanks for letting me know, sometimes im that focused on editing and uploading the videos i forget to do things like the links!

  • @drcoffee5588
    @drcoffee5588 Місяць тому +1

    Save some money. Buy 3’ chain with links big enough to allow 5/16” bolts. Run two 8” 5/16” bolts straight into the center of the post remaining in the concrete thru the chain links. Loop the chain over one of the 8’ 4x4 posts and lever it up as shown in this video. The $30-$50 plate isnt needed and if one bolt pulls out the second bolt will continue to pull. If you are lucky the concrete will come out too. It helps to dig about 6-8” of dirt around the concrete to allow easier removal. The problem with the plate used is the wood closer to the concrete is usually the most rotted.

    • @FixitwithFowler
      @FixitwithFowler  Місяць тому +1

      Hi, the plate is only £11 which is quite reasonable and probably the same cost as the chain. There are loads of different methods, including farm jacks, but this it what works for me!

  • @poacherZ400
    @poacherZ400 Місяць тому +2

    Good video.
    Coach screws before some one actually buys the coach bolts.

    • @FixitwithFowler
      @FixitwithFowler  Місяць тому +1

      Yeah, i realised after i uploaded the video. However, it does say it in the description and links to the products.

  • @clivejohnson6468
    @clivejohnson6468 Місяць тому +1

    JUST like that remove the panels from the post, ha ha. Bring on Tommy Cooper.

  • @ChrisBardgett
    @ChrisBardgett 27 днів тому +1

    So how do get the pass thru fence back into the new post AFTER CUT IT 😮

    • @FixitwithFowler
      @FixitwithFowler  27 днів тому +1

      That fence is being replaced with concrete posts and gravel boards with custom made fence panels! Thanks for the concern 😆

  • @combrogi
    @combrogi Місяць тому +1

    Makita, Makita, Makita 👍🏼

  • @houkelienessek6895
    @houkelienessek6895 Місяць тому +2

    The hardest part is the concrete. So put new post next to it… remove temporary fence panel so you can dig.

  • @keith6400
    @keith6400 8 днів тому +1

    Aren't those coach bolts actually coach screws?

    • @FixitwithFowler
      @FixitwithFowler  8 днів тому +1

      Yeah, don't know why i said that 🤣🤣🤣

  • @mattred1200
    @mattred1200 Місяць тому +3

    Drill holes fill diesel, light and go away and drink tea.

    • @FixitwithFowler
      @FixitwithFowler  Місяць тому +1

      Yeah, that would work. It's probably not ideal near my hedge, though. I have done similar with a really big tree stump. It took a few days to burn out.

  • @schretien8714
    @schretien8714 Місяць тому +1

    Man if someone would create something similar to attach to bamboo roots for me to pull up out of ground, it sure would make my job of removing them easier..lol

    • @FixitwithFowler
      @FixitwithFowler  Місяць тому +2

      We had bamboo at the old house, and it was a nightmare to get out. I ended up using my cango to dig it out. The root ball was like concrete! What about trying something like my other video with a car jack?

    • @schretien8714
      @schretien8714 Місяць тому +1

      I'm hoping to buy a farm jack. I remember my dad having one on the farm we had years ago because we had a tractor, horse trailers, etc. & the farm jack came in handy.

  • @chrisleniec9052
    @chrisleniec9052 Місяць тому +1

    Do you have a trick for getting a broken post from a metpost?

    • @FixitwithFowler
      @FixitwithFowler  Місяць тому +1

      No unfortunately i dont, how about drilling it out?

    • @chrisleniec9052
      @chrisleniec9052 Місяць тому +1

      @@FixitwithFowler Thank you, yes that's what I do and chisel the annoying bits in the corners

    • @FixitwithFowler
      @FixitwithFowler  Місяць тому +1

      @chrisleniec9052 yeah i dont really know another way of removing the post

  • @forgotrafe
    @forgotrafe 2 місяці тому +2

    Another great video. Being a pedant… they’re coach screws not coach bolts 😉

    • @FixitwithFowler
      @FixitwithFowler  2 місяці тому +2

      Did i not say coach screws in the video? Must have been too busy concentrating on doing the voice-over 🤣🤣🤣

    • @forgotrafe
      @forgotrafe 2 місяці тому +1

      ​@@FixitwithFowler Might have been all that fresh air 😉

    • @FixitwithFowler
      @FixitwithFowler  2 місяці тому +1

      @@forgotrafe something like that 🤣🤣🤣

  • @mohammednasir3110
    @mohammednasir3110 Місяць тому +1

    Nice1

  • @joeli9658
    @joeli9658 2 місяці тому +2

    Only when the base is still in solid condition. What when it's really rotten?

    • @FixitwithFowler
      @FixitwithFowler  2 місяці тому +1

      Then see my latest video ua-cam.com/video/DRWQMK-NOmk/v-deo.html

  • @mrkayash
    @mrkayash 2 місяці тому +1

    I’m I missing something? I can’t seem to find the link to get the name to purchase the metal pull attachment.

    • @FixitwithFowler
      @FixitwithFowler  2 місяці тому +2

      Its in the link in the description of the video. amzn.to/3UA3YSc

    • @mrkayash
      @mrkayash 2 місяці тому +1

      @@FixitwithFowler thank you.

  • @alanedwards7496
    @alanedwards7496 Місяць тому +3

    5 mins !!!!!! Lol,your having a laugh ain't ya ? 😂😂😂

  • @mrhyde3029
    @mrhyde3029 Місяць тому +1

    Now about that 60lbs block of concrete the post was in... :)

  • @WhiskeyGulf71
    @WhiskeyGulf71 Місяць тому +1

    The problem with putting a new post in an old hole is that water is going to pool around the post, which is why the old one rotted out in the first place.
    What is the answer to that problem ?

    • @FixitwithFowler
      @FixitwithFowler  Місяць тому

      That is not the reason a fence posts become rotten. Look at my other video for a full explanation. ua-cam.com/video/eaIVo5xX7Ag/v-deo.htmlsi=4lmQU9kWeHOIroJ1

  • @rtel123
    @rtel123 Місяць тому +1

    Good trick, but never understood why the world wide tradition of putting wooden posts into the ground to rot. Lumber made of recycled plastic makes the most sense as a post. Never rots. Also, a hollow steel pipe. Can have wood bolted to it if important. But when it rusts thru, you just take a short, smaller diameter pipe and slip it inside and slide the top bit back on.

    • @FixitwithFowler
      @FixitwithFowler  Місяць тому +1

      Yeah, i agree about the posts, we wanted a certain look to the fence, but the timber now is grown, harvested, and processed so quickly that the quality just isn't as good as older posts.

  • @paulfletcher3998
    @paulfletcher3998 20 днів тому +1

    Five minutes to remove the post. An hour to dig out the concrete.

    • @FixitwithFowler
      @FixitwithFowler  20 днів тому +2

      Unless you're lucky but removing the post definitely helps!

    • @paulfletcher3998
      @paulfletcher3998 20 днів тому +1

      I don't see how removing the post stump from the concrete helps but I'll take your word for it.
      My garden fences are continuous ship lap fences ( I don't know if that's the proper term ) with a number of broken posts due to the latest storms.
      I was planning on leaving the broken posts in place and digging new holes beside the broken posts and just adding extra new posts.
      Not sure if it will work but I have limited mobility and I might be able to do it this way but I could never dig out the old concrete and replace the posts.

    • @FixitwithFowler
      @FixitwithFowler  20 днів тому +2

      @paulfletcher3998 The hardest part is always the digging out of old posts. The problem is only the top eight inches of the posts in the ground rot. If you can remove the post, it makes getting the concrete out easier as you have a hole to break the concrete into, or you can use a fencing bar and split the concrete into sections from the inside. You could try this, but i think you would still need to remove some of the concrete! ua-cam.com/video/ubnr4sKYExU/v-deo.htmlsi=WIhnubisQieBaw1Q

    • @paulfletcher3998
      @paulfletcher3998 20 днів тому +1

      @@FixitwithFowler That makes sense regarding making it easier to remove the concrete. I couldn't work out how it made it easier but I get it now.
      In an ideal world I would remove everything and start again with concrete posts and gravel boards like I did at my old house. Unfortunately after an accident I don't have the fitness, mobility or cash to go this route.
      Luckily Xmas holidays are coming up so a friend who has a couple of weeks off work has offered to help me but I can't expect him to do all the digging but hopefully we can find a solution.
      Thank you for taking the time to talk and forward me another video. It's much appreciated.

    • @FixitwithFowler
      @FixitwithFowler  20 днів тому +2

      @paulfletcher3998 no problem, there is over 80 different DIY videos on my channel so hopefully you will find more you find helpful. Please consider subscribing to help me reach my 100k subscriber goal 😁

  • @johnwisdom6137
    @johnwisdom6137 6 днів тому +1

    They were coach screws not coach bolts

  • @georgekirk4260
    @georgekirk4260 2 місяці тому +1

    Why not just use a metal post repair spur? No need to remove any rotten wood unless it is still above ground level😮. Just use a cut-off from the old post and a heavy hammer to drive the spur down into the hole. It follows the contours of the square hole in the concrete base until it jams tight. Only takes a few minutes to fit after post removal.

    • @FixitwithFowler
      @FixitwithFowler  2 місяці тому +1

      That depends on how rotten the post is in the ground and if you have enough good post to reuse! Thanks for your comment 😁

  • @johnwalker8110
    @johnwalker8110 Місяць тому +1

    Didn't work for me on my 18 inch deep posts :-(

    • @FixitwithFowler
      @FixitwithFowler  Місяць тому +1

      I suppose it depends how rotten the posts are.

  • @dionfox6090
    @dionfox6090 Місяць тому +1

    No, my slam low in landlord put me in a rotten house with black mould. Yes a local authority slam line note how do I sort that rot out? Could you explain?
    Did you know it’s legal for public landlords to allow us to live in slum conditions? Black mould water running down walls severe damp but they’re legally allowed to get round it because they are business because you’re council tax is a close as a business that going through the courts
    So where do the poor people get experts to help them to fight the corrupt local authorities and government? All their contractors out? They’re willing to work for the people even if they do one job a week especially we need surveyors. Please help the poor people in the UK. We are not living in five star hotels we live in Houes what are soaking wet?

  • @andrewwilde-gb4wb
    @andrewwilde-gb4wb 13 днів тому +1

    Why don't you get two posts and put them a foot either side of the broken post job done

    • @FixitwithFowler
      @FixitwithFowler  13 днів тому +1

      Thats an idea but the fence is all coming out to be replaced with concrete posts

  • @andrewshields5322
    @andrewshields5322 2 години тому +1

    There is no need to use concrete to fix posts. Ask any farmer they have miles of fencing on their land and not a lump od concrete on any of them. When one rots out simply dig it out and firm back in.

    • @FixitwithFowler
      @FixitwithFowler  Годину тому +2

      I have been told that before, but that is fine if you dont want your fence or fence posts millimetre perfect. Mine is heavy clay, and im sure they would move with the seasons!

    • @andrewshields5322
      @andrewshields5322 Годину тому

      @FixitwithFowler I can understand your concern with regards to clay but farms cover many different soil conditions. You can always give it a go as a trial and see how you get on. I have very sandy soil here in my garden and is hard to pack tight around the posts but after a couple of weeks everything is rock solid and settled in

  • @technotoaster
    @technotoaster 28 днів тому +1

    Cool technique, but that process seems to take more than 5 minutes

  • @happybrainybren
    @happybrainybren Місяць тому +1

    Tried this many times and its has never worked, when this method fails for you get yourself a mattock uncover some of the rotten post and whack the pointed end into the rotten post as low down as you can get it right in there then use the mattock to lever it out. There you go now this video was not a complete waste of your time to watch.

    • @FixitwithFowler
      @FixitwithFowler  Місяць тому +1

      How do you get as low down as possible when its encased in concrete? Easy if it doesn't have concrete round.

    • @happybrainybren
      @happybrainybren Місяць тому +1

      @@FixitwithFowler smash some concrete 1st you have a mattock in hand, you know aswell as me this method doesnt work you canne screw into rotten wood they just pull out, i suspect you loosened that one up for the video.

    • @FixitwithFowler
      @FixitwithFowler  Місяць тому +1

      @happybrainybren not at all, if you watched the postsaver video it tells you all about why, how and where on the post they rott. With this in mind the 300mm coach scres go past the worst part of the rott and into the "better" part of the post underneath the 8 inches, basic science. Any seasoned fencer knows posts only rott at ground level and just below but never really deep. If your smashing the concrete with a mattock then you may aswell just remove the concrete then the post.

    • @happybrainybren
      @happybrainybren Місяць тому

      @@FixitwithFowler seasoned fencer lol dont insult my intelligence im not one of your subscribers.

    • @FixitwithFowler
      @FixitwithFowler  Місяць тому +1

      @happybrainybren seasoned fencer watching fencing videos 😁, thanks for your comments and views 💰🤑

  • @shuttleplus
    @shuttleplus Місяць тому +1

    Ask real people who do fencing not youtuber just doing a fence post not in ground enough.
    Don't comment when you don't know.
    I've used them long bolts and if pos in t 3ft in ground and wood soft they just rip out.
    Will be ok with your shallow post 😂
    I do fencing

  • @tomfish7679
    @tomfish7679 Місяць тому +1

    .y god man shovel and a post hole digger and have it out in 15 minute's

    • @FixitwithFowler
      @FixitwithFowler  Місяць тому +1

      Ok, if that's your preference and you enjoy digging.

  • @shuttleplus
    @shuttleplus Місяць тому +1

    In real world there not in shallow like your post.
    Most I do are 3 ft in ground and post are rotted off so nothing grips into wood.
    I even use a 3 ton farm jack.
    Most jobs concrete needs to be broken away.

    • @FixitwithFowler
      @FixitwithFowler  Місяць тому +1

      Watch my video on post savers. It explains how and where in the ground the posts rott. Thats why 300mm coach screws are sufficient to get past the rott and into better timber

    • @shuttleplus
      @shuttleplus Місяць тому +1

      Tried already, yours are only it 6 inches. Do a real fence between neighbours and video it and real time

    • @FixitwithFowler
      @FixitwithFowler  Місяць тому +1

      @shuttleplus 450mm is definitely not 6 inches 🤣. In the Real world posts only rott in the top eight inches of soil as per scientific research over 30 years and tgat is why 300mm coach screws work.

  • @fareemvenosa3774
    @fareemvenosa3774 3 дні тому +1

    Or: how to make a mountain out of a molehill.
    I get it, these guys have to make a buck. I mean a tradesman ain't hardly a job today, is it.
    But the palaver to get thisnout, could have been done with no power tools, no ratchet straps, 2 coach bolts and the existing rotten post.
    This could have been out of the ground in 10 mins.
    But I digress. Some of the videos of this lad, are somewhat informative - if a little drawn out.
    But this one was just long drawn out.

    • @FixitwithFowler
      @FixitwithFowler  3 дні тому +1

      Well, thanks for your drawn-out comment 🤣🤣🤣

  • @yannmaenden7236
    @yannmaenden7236 Місяць тому +1

    Five minutes ??????
    It would take me at least half an hour to find all those tools in my garage.
    Not a great fan of the idea of cutting the fence to remobe the pole. You should cut the pole above and below where it meets the cross section of the fence and split it to remove what's left. You then insert the new pole, notch it to accomodate the fence cross sections, trim the notched section as needed and replace in the gap.
    Your new fence post needs to be the same size as the others - otherwise it will look weird. The good news is that your fence post should be a standard size. If it isn't then it's probably going to be a lot easier to cut the wood to fit the existing hole than digging out that concrete and replacing it.

    • @FixitwithFowler
      @FixitwithFowler  Місяць тому +1

      That fence is all being replaced with concrete posts and gravel boards. I am then going to make bespoke fence panels to replicate this fence. Once it is all painted, hopefully, the concrete parts won't be as noticeable. It also means the panels can be removed and painted on each side.

  • @robertperry3618
    @robertperry3618 2 місяці тому +1

    If you put the post in not a good job it was not 2 feet in the ground if it was it would not have come out that easily

    • @FixitwithFowler
      @FixitwithFowler  2 місяці тому +1

      Well, it is only a 3ft fence so 45cm in the ground is sufficient with posts every 1.6m. Thay always come out easily if they are rotten and you use long enough foxings to get into the good part of the post (see previous video) ua-cam.com/video/eaIVo5xX7Ag/v-deo.htmlsi=w4Sg1ESX8Pj18pPt

  • @Spacebound101
    @Spacebound101 26 днів тому +1

    I

  • @kebo57
    @kebo57 Місяць тому +1

    He's the one that installed the post that rotted a few years later?? It's his fault that it rotted, in that case. Anytime you set a post into the ground with concrete, ALWAYS build up the concrete around the base of the post, so it's just an inch or two above grade. If you mound up the concrete around the post, whenever it rains the water will drain away from the post reducing the chances of the post rotting. If you set the post and there is a low spot (below grade) around the post, it will allow water to collect, which will hasten the post to rot. Simple physics with gravity! 😆

    • @FixitwithFowler
      @FixitwithFowler  Місяць тому +2

      The reason posts rot is explained in this video ua-cam.com/video/eaIVo5xX7Ag/v-deo.htmlsi=4eiba8NhcHgQtXTP unfortunately 10 years ago i didn't know this information.

  • @Axelfl6161
    @Axelfl6161 2 дні тому +1

    What was the point of that? You didn’t fix it

    • @FixitwithFowler
      @FixitwithFowler  2 дні тому +2

      Just removed the old post. The fence is being replaced with concrete posts and gravel boards

  • @tonyfulton9966
    @tonyfulton9966 Місяць тому +1

    Love the post, followed the link to the ground anchor on Amazon but it takes me to gym equipment. Can you repost the link please? Many thanks.

    • @FixitwithFowler
      @FixitwithFowler  Місяць тому +2

      I have just checked and the link is working fine! Not sure what has happened there? That is the right item, its a wall mount bracket

    • @tonyfulton9966
      @tonyfulton9966 Місяць тому +1

      @@FixitwithFowlerapologies, just copied the link and tried outside of UA-cam and it worked this time. Items ordered. Many thanks indeed for the info. Can’t wait to try it having previously removed half a dozen or so gate posts with a long bar, a hammer and chisel taking hours and knackering my joints into the bargain. This approach will be a game changer for me. 😀

    • @FixitwithFowler
      @FixitwithFowler  Місяць тому +2

      @tonyfulton9966 it really was as easy as it looked, i use this all the time!

  • @darrengillesdarrengilles8336
    @darrengillesdarrengilles8336 Місяць тому +2

    Try this shit in Canada. Nothing personal but where I live this video is considered comedy.

  • @englishman831
    @englishman831 19 днів тому +1

    Not really 5 minutes!

  • @peterwhitworth3964
    @peterwhitworth3964 19 днів тому +1

    Good stuff, well explained sir.