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6/18/2014 1:24:04 PM EDT
Bought a vinyl fence, any advice before I begin trying to assemble it?
6/18/2014 1:51:36 PM EDT
[#1]
yeah take it back
6/18/2014 2:18:56 PM EDT
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yeah take it back
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what he said
6/18/2014 2:49:47 PM EDT
[#3]

3rd that.





the welds break very easily


6/18/2014 7:09:14 PM EDT
[#4]
Ditto
6/21/2014 6:24:34 PM EDT
[#5]
How long do you plan on owning the fence? A month? If so that's a good choice.

Get a 4' picket fence and paint it white. It will last way longer.

6/21/2014 6:43:14 PM EDT
[#6]
There's a neighborhood near me that requires all the homes to have those (HOA).  They seem to last alright according to the people I know who live there.  I specifically chose a different neighborhood, largely because I hate how the white vinyl looks.
6/22/2014 4:54:16 PM EDT
[#7]
Vinyl fencing can be surprisingly durable if you buy from a reputable fencing company. Most box stores sell cheaper versions where pickets are simply glued on one side. Over time, the adhesive fails, or worse, the fencing simply cracks/breaks. It's worth the extra money to buy higher quality vinyl if that's what you must use. The pickets are adhered through the horizontal anchors on both sides making them much more secure. Before instillation, make sure you've measured and marked your footings appropriately, dug the necessary depth according to your area, applied for necessary permits with your township, called the dog hotline, etc. there's really not much to it. Depending on how many posts you're going to have, it may be worth renting an auger or Dingo to speed up the process and save some blood, sweat, and tears.
6/22/2014 5:49:14 PM EDT
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Bought a vinyl fence, any advice before I begin trying to assemble it?
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Yeah, drink a six pack or two.  It'll make it go together better.
6/23/2014 7:35:18 AM EDT
[#9]
Good vinyl fence is very good and lasts.  I installed some back when i worked for a fence company in high school and they are still standing and looking good today, 14 years later.
6/27/2014 10:24:05 AM EDT
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Vinyl fencing can be surprisingly durable if you buy from a reputable fencing company. Most box stores sell cheaper versions where pickets are simply glued on one side. Over time, the adhesive fails, or worse, the fencing simply cracks/breaks. It's worth the extra money to buy higher quality vinyl if that's what you must use. The pickets are adhered through the horizontal anchors on both sides making them much more secure. Before instillation, make sure you've measured and marked your footings appropriately, dug the necessary depth according to your area, applied for necessary permits with your township, called the dog hotline, etc. there's really not much to it. Depending on how many posts you're going to have, it may be worth renting an auger or Dingo to speed up the process and save some blood, sweat, and tears.
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As someone thats done vinyl installation over the years, this is spot on.