Episode 24: Fence 101: Digging Deep, Neighbor Etiquette, and Beating the Frost Line 🪵🏗️

We’ve officially hit Episode 24! This week, Samantha, Arly, and Emily are breaking down the essential steps to building a fence that stays level, plumb, and square for years to come. Samantha kicks things off with a heartfelt dedication to her Aunt Annie—the original "master of the chaos" who taught her that getting older means finally being exactly who you are.In this episode, we discuss:The Four-Step Fence: A simple breakdown of the process: dig the hole, set the posts, set the rails, and screw in the pickets.Beating the Frost Line: Why digging 42 inches deep is non-negotiable in the Midwest to prevent "frost heave" from ruining your foundation.Fence Anatomy: Understanding the vertical 4x4 posts, horizontal 2x4 rails, and the "skin" of the fence—your pickets.Choosing Your Style: The differences between Standard Picket, Shadowbox (the "good neighbor" fence), and Board-on-Board for total privacy.Legal & Social Prep: Why you MUST call 811 (MISS DIG), find your survey stakes, and why the "pretty side" usually has to face your neighbor.Hardware Advice: Why interior screws are a "no-go" for fences and how to use a jig for perfectly aligned picket screws.Handyma’am Tip: Don't just eyeball your property line. Verify your survey stakes or you might find yourself moving a whole fence later!Find all our links, resources, and more here:👉 linktr.ee/howtohandymaam#HowToHandymaam #FenceBuilding #DIYHomeRepair #OutdoorLiving #HomeImprovement #WomenInTrades