Fencing Installation & Service FAQs
What types of fencing do you install?
Driving Posts vs. Setting in Concrete (Q&A)
Should fence posts be driven or set in concrete?
Common questions about our process, materials, and how we handle your fencing needs.
We specialize in the construction of a variety of fence types including; cedar, chain-link, aluminum and custom ornamental.
Both methods work well — the right choice depends on where the post is going. For most of a fence line, driven posts are the better option. For gates, or in loose or unstable soil, setting posts in concrete is recommended.
Are driven posts strong enough on their own?
When should posts be set in concrete?
Yes. Installed correctly, driven PostMaster® posts are extremely strong. Because the surrounding soil stays undisturbed and tightly compacted, driven posts often hold better than posts set in concrete.
Concrete is the better choice for:
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Gate posts, which carry extra weight and movement
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Loose, sandy, or soft soil
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Areas exposed to heavy stress or high wind
What are the benefits of driving posts?
What are the drawbacks of setting posts in concrete?
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Faster installation — no digging or cure time
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Less disruption to your yard
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Better drainage, since water won't pool around the post
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Lower overall cost
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Slower installation
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Higher labor and material costs
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Can trap moisture around the post over time
Which method does Broken Rail Fence recommend?
In most cases, a combination of both: driven posts along the main fence line, with concrete reserved for gates and other high-stress areas. This gives you the best balance of strength, durability, and cost-efficiency.
PostMaster® Steel Posts are an Alternative to Wood and Metal Posts
Why Choose PostMaster® Steel Posts Over Cedar?
When you're building a fence meant to last, the posts matter as much as the pickets. PostMaster® steel posts — a proprietary offering available through Broken Rail Fence and Construction — solve the problems that shorten the life of a traditional cedar fence.
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Won't rot or decay. Steel doesn't break down the way wood does. Moisture, insects, and direct ground contact won't shorten the life of your fence the way they can with cedar.
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Won't twist or warp. As cedar ages and dries out, it tends to twist, bow, and shift out of alignment. PostMaster® posts stay straight, keeping your fence line looking clean for years.
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Built for strength. PostMaster® posts are engineered to withstand winds of 81+ mph, adding real stability in severe weather.
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Backed by a lifetime warranty. Every PostMaster® post comes with a limited lifetime warranty — a level of long-term protection wood posts simply can't offer.
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Installed the way that fits your project. PostMaster® posts can be driven directly into the ground for a faster, cleaner install, or set in concrete when maximum stability is the priority.
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Looks like wood, performs like steel. Once your pickets are up, PostMaster® posts disappear behind them — so you get the classic cedar look with none of the drawbacks.
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Bottom line: PostMaster® posts give you the appearance of a traditional wood fence with the strength, durability, and longevity of steel — making them a smarter long-term investment.
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Source: masterhalco.com/postmaster
