Cost Estimate to Replace Fence Post
The original redwood fence post was rotted away at the bottom. The challenge in replacing an existing fence post is the block of concrete that is left in the ground. Either the block needs to be removed or a new post hole dug adjacent to it. In this case, the old post was pulled out of the concrete leaving a 12" hole Very convenient! The new post was inserted into the old concrete and an additional 10" of concrete was added to bring it up above ground level.
Every failed post has a reason. In this case the problem was the level of the original concrete was below ground level allowing the base of the post to be in contact with the soil.
Fencing repairs where concrete is added will always require 2 trips. One to set the concrete and the second to complete the repair after the concrete has cured. Whether the handyman charges a trip charge is important to the cost of the repair.
Low estimate for materials and labor:- Pressure treated fence post
- Fence post concrete
- Misc. screws and nails
- Labor 2 hours
- Pressure treated fence post
- Fence post concrete
- Misc. screws and nails
- Trip charge or removal of old concrete
- Labor 4 hours
If you are a contractor or a handyman, how much
would you charge to replace a fence post?
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