Fences Down Under

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 We received this question from West Perth, Australia. How close can you excavate for a new wall near existing fence posts?
From: Frederick 
Sent: Thursday, April 16, 2009 4:00 AM
To: JoeK@RetainingWallExpert.com
Subject: wall question

Hey guys, I just found your website and its great.
I need to build a retaining wall in my back yard but the neighbouring fence is five feet higher than the ground level, how do I build the retaining wall without the fence falling down?
thanks guys
Frederick in West Perth WA 6005
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Frederick,
We'd be glad to help with your wall project.  By the way, I've got some relatives in Australia, but they live near Adelaide!  My wife visited a number of years ago, and my father-in-law usually travels there about every 2 years, and spends a few weeks traveling from Perth to Sydney.
Anyway, back to your wall question ..... Read More ...

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Strata Systems

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Attaching Fencing to Caps--Right or Wrong?

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We recently got an email asking: What is the best way to attach a vinyl fence to the top of an Allan block wall?

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Sleeve-It Fence System

In our video "Fence Posts & Floods we show how improperly installed fences damage retaining walls.  Additionally, we should consider the safety and stability of the fence itself and the safety of people relying onthe fence!  We've learned about a product that greatly improves the safety and stability of fences.

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