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A client in Phoenix wanted a 4 foot chain link fence with posts set 10 feet apart to save money.
I had to explain that even with light gauge mesh, that spacing is too wide and the fence will sag and wobble in the wind. I always set posts at 8 foot centers for residential chain link, but some guys I know will push it to 9 feet to cut costs. What's the max spacing you think is safe before you're asking for a callback?
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the_ivan1mo ago
Honestly, "sag and wobble" sounds a bit dramatic for a simple fence.
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the_lucas22d ago
I get what you're saying, "sag and wobble" does sound like something you'd say about an old porch chair, not a fence. But honestly, I've seen what happens when people ignore that kind of thing. A fence that's sagging isn't just tilted, it's usually got rotting posts or loose concrete at the base. That's not dramatic, that's just how wood and weather work. I've had clients call me about minor fence issues that turned into full replacements because they waited too long. It's a bummer to deal with, but catching it early saves you a headache. So I'm with you on the wording, but the concern is real.
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rowan5931mo ago
Look at it from a safety angle, the_ivan. A wobbly fence can fall on a kid or a pet in a stiff wind, and sagging posts are a sign the whole thing is giving up. It's not about being dramatic, it's about spotting a small problem before it turns into a bigger, more expensive one. That loose feeling means the foundations are probably shot.
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