I Don’t Replace Fence Posts (My Better Method)
Harmon Construction · 286K views · 5:18
Skill Level
IntermediateTime Required
Half dayEstimated Cost
$50–200Tools Needed
shovel, level, concrete mix, steel posts, bolts or bracketsA smarter way to fix leaning or broken wood fence posts without digging out old concrete. Here’s why I don’t replace fence posts and what I do instead to save homeowners time and money.
If your fence is leaning or your wood posts are rotting, you don’t always need to replace them. In this video, I explain why I DON’T pull out old posts or dig out the concrete, and the method I use instead — installing new steel posts beside the old ones.
This approach keeps your fence standing, saves you money today, and sets you up for an easier full replacement later. No wasted concrete, no giant holes, and no weekend-long digging session.
I cover:
Why removing old concrete isn’t always worth it
How side-mounted steel posts reinforce your fence
How this method preps your yard for a future rebuild
Why this saves homeowners both labor and cost
Whether you’re dealing with a leaning fence or planning ahead for a full replacement, this method keeps your property secure and reduces long-term repair costs.
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Wood Comparison -- https://youtu.be/tztGzv5K8aQ
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00:00 - Introduction
00:32 - Dig
01:14 - Setting Posts
02:41 - Brackets and Scab Rails
04:57 - Outro