A fence post driver is also known as a t-post driver, post pounder, post hole driver, and a post installer. Generally used in landscaping and construction, fence post drivers assists in driving fence posts into the ground.
Yes, a post driver is a must-have for installing posts. Using hammers or other tools will make installing T-Posts very difficult if not impossible. The main benefit of manual fence post drivers is how easy they are to use. No extra equipment or tools are required, and they can install t-posts into the ground within seconds.
Another option is to use gas-powered post drivers. They are about $1500-$2500 each.
The best way to drive fence posts into the ground is using a fence post driver. Simply put the driver over the fence post, and use a downward force to continually hammer it into the ground. They will work on any type of fence post: wood, chain link, metal, and silt.
The depth of your fence post depends on the desired height of your fence. For best results your fence post should be at least one-third of the way deep into the ground.
For example, we recommend installing 18 inches deep for a 5 ft T-Post, 24 inches deep for 6 to 10 ft T-Post