5 Fence Problems 1 Fence Fixes Them All!

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🏡 Building a reliable dog-proof fence isn’t hard — if you avoid these 5 common mistakes.
In this video, I replace a 35-year-old fence with five major design and construction problems that most landowners make — and show you how to build a stronger, simpler, longer-lasting exclusion fence that keeps dogs out (and livestock safe).

From bad end assemblies to wrong wire choices, UV-damaged braid, and unnecessary complexity, I’ll walk you through what NOT to do — and how the right design, materials, and setup can save you years of frustration and maintenance.

✅ What you’ll learn:

How to identify and fix 5 common fencing mistakes

Why wire choice is more important than you think

How to build a dog-proof exclusion fence that lasts 50+ years

Tips for easier installation and lower maintenance

🔧 Products Used:

Murray Stiff Stay Exclusion Fence (with pre-installed footer) https://whitesrural.com.au/product/stiff-stay-exclusion-fencing/

Steel Stock Posts & Pre-Drilled End Assemblies https://whitesrural.com.au/brands/stockpost/

📍 Location: Yarra Valley, Victoria, Australia

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00:00 – 5 Common Fencing Problems Explained
00:22 – Problem 1: Weak End Assemblies
00:53 – Problem 2: Wrong Wire Choices
01:39 – Problem 3: Adding Complexity with Extra Steel
01:42 – Problem 4: Using Electric Braid Permanently
02:08 – Problem 5: Over-Complex Fence Designs
02:45 – Choosing the Right Exclusion Fence
03:25 – Pulling Down the Old Fence
04:56 – Installing New Strainer Posts
05:50 – Lining Up and Driving Posts
06:56 – Easy End Assemblies with Pre-Drilled Posts
07:00 – Why Stiff Stay Wire Works Best
08:20 – Correctly Straining Mesh for Longevity
09:10 – Best Way to Tie Off Exclusion Fencing
10:24 – Tips for Short Run Fences
10:32 – Final Result: A Strong, Simple, Dog-Proof Fence