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how deep should i put posts into ground?
Hi
I have to tender on an 2.4m square sign , bottom to be 5′ above ground so 13′ at the top……it is a temporary coming soon V billboard but is rather an exposed location.
any suggestions on the depth of post into the ground?
thanks
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5 Replies
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well that would be telling.
Maybe if you introduce yourself first, and give us a bit of your background , someone may offer advice
Welcome to the boards anyway, even though you have been looking for 3 years.
but personally I wouldnt walk into a room and just ask a question…
Peter
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yeah well said peter intro first fella
1st post always difficult
u could be a spy :lol1: :welcome: :funky: :whasupp: -
A rule of thumb is 1/3 of the post. This is normally overkill but for a big sign in an exposed location it may be needed. It all depends on the condition of the ground. More often than not a 2′ cubed hole is sufficient but you can never tell till you get digging. Have your posts longer than needed and cut down on site.
And yes, saying hello is polite but not actually required to get an answer to a question.
G
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Try 3 foot and ‘X’ brace the two rear posts to each other if you a re worried about strong winds (most ‘V’ configurations will withstand a considerable wind loading unless the prevailing wind is from behind)
M
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Gasp!!
What… a….. Fuckin….. liberty.. ……You come on here and expect us to answer all your questions without you having the good grace to introduce yourself!!..:roll: ………. What….. a…… fuckin….. liberty!!
Gasp!!
😉
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