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How deep should you dig around a wooden fence post to replace rotted wood?

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Correct Incorrect Replace rotted posts by digging to their original depth to maintain structural stability, ensuring the new post is properly anchored.

How deep should you dig around a wooden fence post to replace rotted wood?

• Just below the ground surface (6 inches)
• To the original installation depth (usually 18-24 inches)
• Only if the post is leaning
• 3 feet deep regardless of original depth