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No dig fencing wobbling?
Anonymous user 05/08/2026 - 7.57 AM
Hi everyone, I've installed a metal 'no dig' fence in my garden. Followed all instructions but it's really unsteady. It didn't come with any post spikes , just rods that you hammer into the ground. Does anyone have any ideas how to make it more secure - the only options come up with so far is buying some landscaping pegs and hooking then along the base of the fence and driving them into the ground, or using gravel glue to secure the gravel to give extra support. Any advice or ideas greatly appreciated. Thanks.
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Structural Carpentry and Roofing
Rating: 5 out of 5
Skip the landscaping pegs and gravel glue; they will not provide enough structural support to stop the wobbling.Instead, use one of these three simple methods to secure the fence:Add Heavy-Duty T-Posts or Rebar: Drive a thick metal rebar rod or a steel T-post deep into the ground right next to your existing fence posts every few panels, then zip-tie or wire them together tightly.Drive Longer Rods: The rods that came with the kit are likely too short for loose or soft soil. Replace them with longer, thicker metal rods hammered much deeper into the earth.Anchor to Solid Points: If the fence runs along a wall, patio, or an existing wooden post, use zip-ties, brackets, or wire to secure the ends or corners to that solid structure.
Answered4 August 2026
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CB Builders & Son
Rating: 4.2 out of 5
‘No dig’ fencing relies on the ground being firm enough to hold the support rods securely. If the ground is soft or loose, the fence can feel unstable regardless of how carefully it’s been installed.
Landscaping pegs may provide a little extra support, but they’re unlikely to solve the problem completely. Gravel glue won’t add any meaningful structural strength.
If the fence is intended to be a permanent installation, the best solution is usually to fit proper post spikes or set the posts into concrete where possible. It will provide a much stronger and longer-lasting result.
Answered5 August 2026
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