TIL gravel saves fence posts from rot

I used to skip gravel to save time and money. A bad season showed me posts rotting where water collected. Now I always add gravel for drainage. It's a small effort that pays off big time.

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parker_smith4d ago

Rough way to learn that lesson, huh? Makes you kick yourself for skipping it, but now you know. That's that "why didn't I do this sooner" feeling.

jenniferhill4d ago

That's a solid tip about gravel. I've noticed posts set without it often wobble or decay within a few seasons. Using crushed rock instead of smooth stones helps water drain faster. Do you mix in any sand or just use straight gravel?

phoenixwest3d ago

Back in Texas, we always mixed coarse gravel with a bit of sand for drainage. That combo kept my fence standing through heavy rains.