Adjusting Tension on Gate Hinges
Our gate hinges are spring loaded to allow for self-closing gates. Depending on what style of gate you are installing, there will be 1 of 2 different types of hinges utilized to attach gate and post. Vinyl Gate Hinge Aluminum Gate Hinge Below please find the steps on how to
Surface Mounting BL19042 Posts for Sturbridge or Nantucket Panels
We do not offer a dedicated surface mount for the posts that are used with our Nantucket and Sturbridge fence. If you are looking to mount your Nantucket or Sturbridge posts to a concrete surface like a patio or wooden surface like a deck, in short, you have two options: Surface mounting or core drilling.
Installing Sturbridge, Nantucket & Newport Fences on an Angle Other Than 90 Degrees
We sell some no-dig fence products through resellers such as Amazon.com and Homedepot.com. These products do not have the special WamBam architectural grooved post. Because of this, if you need to angle your fence line at degrees other than 90, the process is different for these products. The below applies only to the following products:
by DeniseHow to Secure a “Lone Soldier Post” Next to the House
Even though it’s not recommended, sometimes you need to hang a gate on a lone fence post that is next to the house. In this instance you will want to take extra precaution to secure the lone fence post. This will cause it to remain strong over time. One solution is to screw a bolt
by DeniseUsing Existing Gate Latches for Double Gates
The latches that come with your vinyl gate can be installed on double gates. Install one of the latches and fingers provided as illustrated below. Instead of the regular six points of contact for screws on the latch portion, you will only be able to use four. For more information on double gates, please see
by DeniseNo-Dig Fence and Potential Frost Heave
You should not need to worry about frost heave with your no-dig fence for two reasons: Concrete footings have enough surface area for frost to get underneath and heave up the footings. A pipe anchor has a small diameter making it much more difficult for frost to get enough leverage to heave. In the rare event that
by DeniseDealing with Loose Rock Underground
Running into mid-sized rocks underground when trying to install your fence can be extremely frustrating. If you encounter this, we recommend you purchase a post hole digging bar at your local hardware store or online. It’s generally less expensive to purchase at your hardware store. This handy tool may just become your new best friend regarding
by DeniseHow Do I Deal With Sloping Ground for My Aluminum Fence?
Our aluminum fence is rackable, which means that it has been engineered to automatically slope with the grade of your yard, up to 10in per 84in panel. There is nothing special you need to do to slope your aluminum fence. It will angle to the position you set it. Note: If using swivel brackets to
by DeniseWhat To Do If Your Gas Pounder Gets Locked on Top of Your Pipe Anchor
Because the top of your pipe can mushroom during extreme impact (rocky or hard ground), the gas pounder can get locked on to the top of the pipe. Please check the top of your pipe frequently to avoid this problem. This problem mainly occurs on our small pipe anchors for vinyl fence. Tips to avoid
by DeniseTrouble Shooting the Gas Powered Post Pounders (Rentals)
Points of note/things to keep in mind: All pounders are maintained, inspected, and tested for proper operation by WamBam prior to shipping to customers. Gas pounders are not core drills! They are not intended to make the act of driving our pipe anchors through rock/ledge/large roots any easier, and should not be used as a
by Denise