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Attaching and Tensioning Fencing Wire

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What happens here

Once all posts and braces are installed, unroll the fencing wire (barbed wire or woven wire) along the length of the fence. Using a wire unroller, carefully align the wire with the posts. Attach the wire to each post securely using appropriate fasteners such as staples, clips, or tying wire, driven with a specialized nailer or by hand. Then, use a wire tensioner (e.g., a come-along chain tensioner) to pull the wire taut, ensuring uniform tension across all strands for barbed wire, or the entire mesh for woven wire. This step is crucial for the fence's effectiveness and longevity.

Goal: Securely fasten and tension the fencing wire to complete the barrier.

Tools and materials

  • Barbed Wire Tornado Wire