Installing our own fence...easy enough?

[linicx]

Different strokes for different folks. Not every step needed to install a fence is needed in every state.
In Illinois is is necessary to call Julie before you install a fence. The utility companies come and mark where their utility lines are buried underground; they do not mark cable or notify cable companies. . Also, if you want a solid fence it is necessary to install it deeper than the freeze line. The freeze line is much deeper in Chicago than in SoIL.

[Frankyray]

Building a wooden fence is a good option! If you ever consider a more permanent solution, concrete may be your choice to go!

[Billy_J]

Originally Posted by Samana

... We know someone who works for Sunbelt and he can loan us all the power equipment to use for free...

That is the key (cost wise) as to saving money doing it yourself - having the tools to do it!

Those tools (like an air compressor) can cost more than paying a pro to do the job.

[lolo17]

Originally Posted by Frankyray

Building a wooden fence is a good option! If you ever consider a more permanent solution, concrete may be your choice to go!

I agree Concrete is the way to go if you are looking for a permanent fencing solution. The climate where i live is very humid and rains like half the year. A wooden fence (cheap wood) just doesnt last.