If you're installing a vinyl fence in especially windy conditions, brace the posts with 2x4s in both directions while the concrete sets. Clamp the 2x4s to the posts and stake them to the ground ...

Vinyl fences offer several advantages over chain link and wood fences, but they also cost a bit more. To offset the price, why not install it yourself?

Fence has been installed this way for years, but for vinyl it can be tricky because it's almost impossible to drive pipe into the ground perfectly straight, which results in crooked fence posts.

Fence has been installed this way for years, but for vinyl it can be tricky because it’s almost impossible to drive pipe into the ground perfectly straight, which results in crooked fence posts.

But if you know much about installing a fence, chances are this is a home project that makes you want to run for the hills. After all, who wants to rent power augers, ...