Post Buddy provides quite possibly the cheapest and easiest way to fix a leaning fence post.
In fact, once you try it, you’ll never look at fence post repair the same again. This easy mend can fix your fence for many years to come.
Easy Fence Repair that’s Barely Noticeable:
Not to mention, the unobtrusive design of these long, thin stakes makes them barely noticeable. Therefore, if you have concerns about your fence fix looking cheap, you can forget those. =)
Plus, the slim design enables you to install these fence post supports in hard-to-reach areas. I mean, not all fences provide a lot of extra space for fixes.
How the Post Buddy Works:
In short, these strong metal stakes act like a secure splint once hammered in the ground and screwed into your fence post. In many cases, you can drive them into the ground faster due to their slender design.
Note: When you hammer them in at an angle, you can easily get in between the post and any existing concrete footing. Hence, you can avoid the daunting task of digging and pouring a new footing or installing a brand new post. =)
The manufacturer also added another strengthening feature: more saw tooth ribbing. This provides better below-ground grip on the post
Strengthen Your Fence Post More with 2 Stakes:
Furthermore, the Post Buddy fence post repair stakes come in sets (multiples) of 2. Therefore, you can create a more stable fence support system coming from 2 different directions.
For example, many people install the stakes on adjacent sides for bi-directional support. Alternatively, you can insert the stakes on opposite sides of the fence if you find that it will offer better support in your situation.
Note: This fence post repair kit works really well for lumber that does not have standard dimensions. For instance, the EZ Mender only works with 4×4 posts due to it’s wrap-around design.
Specs for the Post Buddy Metal Stakes:
- Dimensions: 30″ Tall x 1″ Wide x 1/4″ Thick
- Weight: 12.5 lbs
- Material: Rust-Resistant Powder-Coated Steel
- Color: Brown
- Part #: POSTBUDDYUS8
- Available in Packs of 2, 4, 6 and 8
- Package Does NOT Include Screws
- Manufacturer: Post Buddy System About the Company
- Get the Fence Post Repair Stakes Here
How to Install the Fence Post Stakes:
This may possibly be the easiest way to repair a leaning fence post. First of all, you don’t need any power tools or special equipment.
In fact, you only need a short-handled sledge hammer and 8 external grade wood screws. By the ay, the manufacturer recommends using #10 2-inch screws to attach the Post Buddy to your fence post.
Second, one person can complete this job in under 20 minutes. The long, slim design of these stakes make them easier to hammer into the ground, even if your post already has a concrete footing.
Third, you can conveniently adjust the brace before you screw it into the fence post. (Many other fence post repair brackets require precise alignment when you start, so you can’t adjust them later.)
The instructional video above demonstrates step by step how to complete this project and which tools to use. For instance, you can see how to drive the support stakes in at an angle and secure them to the fencepost with a standard drill.
Plus, notice how you can adjust the angle of the post to ensure that it’s level, even after the stakes have been inserted. In addition to being simple and inexpensive, this fence repair method also is very forgiving for those of us who tend to make mistakes. =)
