Tackling My Fence, Saving Big!

Howdy Y’all! I wanted to share my projects and hopefully save you all time and money!

Fence Rebuild:


I hired a local fence company. I wanted to save money, so I decided I would do the tear down of the old fence. The company was timely and professional. They worked with me on price and timing.

I tore down the old fence, kept all the good wood, and did it one day before installing the new.

Note: The fence company will install the new post, with a minimum of 24+ hours for cement to cure (then install all the rest).

Now that I’m retired, it’s more important for me to save money! Check out my “links” below for the tools needed and every proper apparel item to complete the job sufficiently and safely. It was a warm, sunny day.

I wore good boots, good jeans, a good long sleeve shirt, and my straw hat! (Academy, Dicks, DSW, Dr. Martens, Levi’s, Lands’ End, Lucky Brand, Target, Timberland, Under Armour)

You can also find some good deals at Walmart.

For the high-end ranch wear, check out Tecovas. I began taking down the old fence. 

(Don’t forget insect repellent. I use Off—Home Depot, Lowe’s, Target, Tractor Supply, or even Walmart.)

Old Fence Removal:

Tools & Tips
Using a simple claw hammer, and pry bar, I worked carefully to save as many good, salvageable pickets as I could. Once they were all removed and stacked neatly, I began with the 2x4's. Some of these were a challenge—long or in awkward corners. This is when the Sawzall comes in handy.

If you’ve never owned a Sawzall, it is well worth it. My circular saw was good, but not in those awkward areas. I had 3 giant Indian Hawthorne to work around. This is an awesome bush that can be purchased at Home Depot, Lowe’s, or even Walmart.

Some of the 2x4's were not salvageable, so I just cut them up and dumped them.

Removing the Posts & Cement

Next came the posts. This was a challenge since I wanted to remove the cement also. A good pick-axe works wonders. I was able to work enough soil around every pole. Pushing and pulling the posts side to side loosened them enough to finally pull out of the ground.

Any salvageable 4x4 post I kept. I just used my Sawzall to cut off the cement.

What does one do with the cement? I’m thinking… Yes, I kept the cement! (LOL) I have an idea of what to do with these chunks. I’ll get to that project later.

The old fence is now removed and I am ready for the new installment.

Coming Soon: Another Project Begins


I always seem to see another project while I’m working on one.

Across the driveway is this lot of overgrown cedar bush. If I clear that corner out I could build a shop!

Hmmm… Let me sit here under the shade and sketch out a cement slab… measuring…


I believe a 20’ by 20’ shop could go right there!

Join me next time! I’ll share with you all my next project at the Duron Ranch. 🤠