Inspección de Instalación de Cerca

1. Verify post depth — minimum 24" or 1/3 of post length, whichever is greater

2. Check that posts are set in concrete (minimum 8" diameter hole)

3. Verify posts are plumb using a level on two sides

4. Check post spacing — typically 6 to 8 feet on center

5. Verify corner and gate posts are larger or double-posted for extra strength

6. Check that concrete crowns slope away from posts (sheds water)

7. Verify post material is rated for ground contact (pressure-treated or cedar/redwood)

- Posts not deep enough — fence leans over time

- No concrete around posts

- Posts not plumb

- Gate posts same size as line posts (should be larger)

- Concrete pools water around post base

- Untreated wood in ground contact

1. Sight along the fence line — should be straight with no wavering

2. Check that top rail is level between posts (or follows grade evenly)

3. Verify rails are properly attached — brackets, screws, or dado joints (not just nails)

4. Check picket spacing — should be consistent throughout

5. Verify pickets are plumb (vertical)

6. Check clearance at bottom — 2" to 4" above grade (prevents rot, allows drainage)

7. Inspect for fence on property line — verify survey markers if applicable

- Fence not straight (crooked line between posts)

- Top not level or not following grade smoothly

- Inconsistent picket spacing

- Pickets touching ground (rot)

- Rails nailed instead of bracketed (pull out over time)

- Fence on neighbor's property

1. Open and close the gate — should swing freely without dragging

2. Check gate latch — should catch and hold securely

3. Verify gate does not sag — diagonal brace should go from bottom hinge to top latch side

4. Check gate clearance — bottom should clear the ground by 2" minimum

5. For pool fences: verify gate is self-closing and self-latching (latch at top, at least 54" high)

6. Check hinges — should be heavy-duty and properly aligned

7. Verify gate width is adequate (minimum 36" for walk gates, wider for vehicle access)

- Gate drags on ground

- Gate sags (missing or wrong-direction diagonal brace)

- Latch does not hold — gate blows open

- Pool gate not self-closing (code violation)

- Hinges undersized — gate sags from weight

- Gate too narrow for intended use