I've got some redundant fence posts (vandals smashed the bits in
between which originally provided their raison d'etre) - they're only
a couple of foot high but I'm not sure how they're bedded in. They do
seem fairly solid.

What's my best strategy for getting rid of them?

Many thanks

David

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I've got some redundant fence posts (vandals smashed the bits in
between which originally provided their raison d'etre) - they're only
a couple of foot high but I'm not sure how they're bedded in. They do
seem fairly solid.

What's my best strategy for getting rid of them?

Many thanks

David

Employment of a spade?
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I've got some redundant fence posts (vandals smashed the bits in
between which originally provided their raison d'etre) - they're only
a couple of foot high but I'm not sure how they're bedded in. They do
seem fairly solid.

What's my best strategy for getting rid of them?

Many thanks

David

Employment of a spade?

Or if they're really well set, a mattock :-)

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On 17 Apr, 20:51, "BoyPete" wrote:
wrote:
I've got some redundant fence posts (vandals smashed the bits in
between which originally provided their raison d'etre) - they're only
a couple of foot high but I'm not sure how they're bedded in. They do
seem fairly solid.

What's my best strategy for getting rid of them?

Many thanks

David

Employment of a spade?
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London, UK

Why get rid of them?
I'd plant a hedge, run wire or two along the posts to stop people and
dogs walking through,
David Hill
Abacus Nurseries

Spot on David!!!

Save yourself time, money and hassle how about using Photinia x fraseri space it at 600mm intervals and have a hedge that everyone stares at with envy.

I've got some redundant fence posts (vandals smashed the bits in
between which originally provided their raison d'etre) - they're only
a couple of foot high but I'm not sure how they're bedded in. They do
seem fairly solid.

What's my best strategy for getting rid of them?

Many thanks

David


Put a sign on the posts asking the vandals NOT to steal them?

Norman Digger.

On 18 Apr, 07:14, "Norman Digger" wrote:
I've got some redundant fence posts (vandals smashed the bits in
between which originally provided their raison d'etre) - they're only
a couple of foot high but I'm not sure how they're bedded in. They do
seem fairly solid.

What's my best strategy for getting rid of them?

Many thanks

David

Put a sign on the posts asking the vandals NOT to steal them?

Norman Digger.

Thanks for the suggestions.

The locals are total SH*TS and will steal the shoes off your feet
given half a chance so I'm not hopeful about a sign appealing to their
better nature, but I'll give it a go.

Like the idea about wire - I'd been considering running spike chain
through the posts as I think it's important to make it clear that it's
off limits land, even if the barrier isn't physically effective, but
I'm worried they'll steal my chain!!

I still have one question - if the posts are concreted in, will I be
able to dig them out?

Thanks again

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On 18 Apr, 07:14, "Norman Digger" wrote:
I've got some redundant fence posts (vandals smashed the bits in
between which originally provided their raison d'etre) - they're only
a couple of foot high but I'm not sure how they're bedded in. They do
seem fairly solid.

What's my best strategy for getting rid of them?

Many thanks

David

Put a sign on the posts asking the vandals NOT to steal them?

Norman Digger.

Thanks for the suggestions.

The locals are total SH*TS and will steal the shoes off your feet
given half a chance so I'm not hopeful about a sign appealing to their
better nature, but I'll give it a go.

Like the idea about wire - I'd been considering running spike chain
through the posts as I think it's important to make it clear that it's
off limits land, even if the barrier isn't physically effective, but
I'm worried they'll steal my chain!!

I still have one question - if the posts are concreted in, will I be
able to dig them out?

Thanks again

I managed to dig out a post at home that was concreted in. Hard work
though - needed mattock, lump hammer and cold chisel to shift it.

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I think you missed Norman's point. Asking them NOT to steal may result in
them disposing of them for you!

Be careful of any boundary wires that may cause injury, you may be subject
to a compensation claim if they get injured. You might like to consult the
local bobby first.

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On 18 Apr, 07:14, "Norman Digger" wrote:
I've got some redundant fence posts (vandals smashed the bits in
between which originally provided their raison d'etre) - they're only
a couple of foot high but I'm not sure how they're bedded in. They do
seem fairly solid.

What's my best strategy for getting rid of them?

Many thanks

David

Put a sign on the posts asking the vandals NOT to steal them?

Norman Digger.

Thanks for the suggestions.

The locals are total SH*TS and will steal the shoes off your feet
given half a chance so I'm not hopeful about a sign appealing to their
better nature, but I'll give it a go.

Like the idea about wire - I'd been considering running spike chain
through the posts as I think it's important to make it clear that it's
off limits land, even if the barrier isn't physically effective, but
I'm worried they'll steal my chain!!

I still have one question - if the posts are concreted in, will I be
able to dig them out?

Thanks again




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On 18 Apr, 07:14, "Norman Digger" wrote:
I've got some redundant fence posts (vandals smashed the bits in
between which originally provided their raison d'etre) - they're only
a couple of foot high but I'm not sure how they're bedded in. They do
seem fairly solid.


I still have one question - if the posts are concreted in, will I be
able to dig them out?


I have removed concreted in post in the past and it was not a straight
forward task. Digging out is bloody hard work if they are in deep as you
have to dig out the ball of concrete as well. Breaking the concrete with a
hammer action power tool (kango hammer or the like) helps but it can still
be hard to get the post out. I found my "High lift" jack pulled some out
without the need to break the concrete and pulled them all out after
breaking the concrete.

Do you need to take them out? Could you not cut/break them off just below
the surface?

Mike

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Like the idea about wire - I'd been considering running spike chain
through the posts as I think it's important to make it clear that it's
off limits land, even if the barrier isn't physically effective, but
I'm worried they'll steal my chain!!

Plants with thorns?

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I have removed concreted in post in the past and it was not a straight
forward task.

Ditto. I briefly considered using my car and a chain to pull the things out
but decided against it. Took me about two days digging to get each one out.