PLEASE Do Not Build Your Fence This Way! - Fence Pro Reacts

We're back with part 3 of our series on Home RenoVision DIY's recent fence build and boy oh boy is this one good! I can't wait to wrap up this series and see what happens next! Let's dig into it.

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[chidotehowtodo]

I finished my basement following Jeff's methods and my homebuilder brother told me my level of quality was better than what his contractors use. I can't speak to his fence building prowess but his construction methods for basement finishing saved me tens of thousands and it is top notch.

[syrionus]

Followed his guidance for years and never had any issues with his instructions.

[thomasshannon]

I attended a 2 year residential remodeling program where you graduate with an associate's degree. Our first year carpentry instructor (who was very talented... and demanding) described what he called a "quality triangle", where one edge was "good", another was "fast/easy", and another was "cheap". He drilled into us that you can only achieve two of those edges, not all three.

[danielobryan]

So it’s funny watching this bc I did some of these exact same things, except I used a tape measure and concrete where my post don’t move when they are sneezed on. I did 500ft of privacy around my yard two years ago and only wish I had found your channel along with SWI and Mr. Fence prior to doing it. I almost hate looking at mine but I’m stuck with it….love all the info you give us!!

[Gubers]

To be fair, if you’re DIY all the crap that home renovision covers, his advice is usually pretty solid and understandable for the average Joe that is DIYing a job.

Also worth noting that even if you hire a “professional”, half the time they suck. So you really have to dig (no pun intended) to find a contractor that is going to correctly build you a solid fence.

I love the Home renovision channel and find a ton of useful info in it. But I also understand that his methods are “good enough” and not necessarily best practice. As long as you understand that, it’s a fantastic resource if you need a starting point for DIY projects you otherwise know little or nothing about.

[mathehack]

I just remember seeing Jeff in a short video plugging a product for sweeping up drywall dust and every comment being along the lines of "shop vacs exist." 😂

[theone]

This put a smile on my face. I used to be subscribed to that Jeff guy till one day he was doing duct (ventilation) work and a pro told him he was doing something wrong and it made a lot of sense. The guy was saying to put the male vent pipe towards air flow and the female against the air flow like that you get less potential for air leak. Instead of accepting his mistake and thanking the guy for info, this Jeff guy told him off, I unsuscribed on the spot. Haven’t watched any of his videos since lol. Keep up the great work.

[finallyfriday.]

In fairness.... he's trying to make it easy for a homeowner. Not making like a pro would do it. If a homeowner can do it easy and perfect like us pros we'd be out of work.

[neverontime]

I started to question some of the stuff his channel recommend and decided to see if anyone had a critique video on him. That's how I found your channel previously. Thank you for what you do.

[CP-nfmy]

Having critique is great. Love Jeff, but sometimes I'm not sure what he's doing is the best idea. So, doing my research and watching various videos on the subject is a good idea and a critique even better, and hiring an inspector when I can is best. I've always been a DIYer, especially after 2020 when finding good contractors is like finding a needle in a haystack and prices have gone through the roof. Learning is learning. Thanks for the video.

[andrewsusen]

Genuine question, Joe. When installing the horizontal pieces for a follow the terrian fence, what is your method for determining the angle of cut at the post. That way the 2x4 are butted up.

[unikornkontroller]

While researching how to build a shed I found Jeff's original shed build videos. At first I thought he did a good job but as I built mine I realized he could've taken a bit more care in how he assembled his. I don't think it was horrible advice but I ended up coming across much better videos as I researched.

[tastyfishsauce]

DIY my fence and I can personnaly attest to the fact that "foam fence post mix" do work. But the one with the concrete is significantly stronger in my opinion. The concrete has less movement after 1 week, and after 2 years, now 7 years later and still more noticeably feels stronger. Out of 8 fence post installed, the first 5 with concrete is rock solid compared to the foam. I still ocationally push on it once in a while to see if my opinion would change. The slight give on the foam is notieable still. All are 8' treated 4x4 post, buried 3' deep withthe top post on a string line, everything was installed identically with the foam being the only difference.

[trope]

the fence on my parents lot that they bought next door to their house, has got to be close to 100 years old! the house was built in 1908 that we demolished, and ide be very surprised if the fence wasnt original. its only a 4 foot fence, but its def old AF. i donno if its cedar off hand, but ya, its old, looks old, but is still sturdy and doing well.

[bigoxforexx]

Nothing wrong with stepping. I prefer the step look in most cases as long as they are not big steps. I like the level lines look.

[moolacue]

The post moved when he marked it with a pencil...lol

[strungoutkid]

If there is a deviation of ground between two posts, should you just dig out the ground or fallow the ground even though the 2x4's going across are straight?

[woodworkerroyer]

The funny thing is that he's talking about how much he's saving by using the bracing to build the fence later. He used $25 of foam per post and still claims he's saving money by using the 2x4s

[mikec]

So glad someone is calling out Jeff for what he is - a hack. He markets himself like he's
highly qualified professional but anyone who knows a thing or two about construction can see he's faking til he makes it. It's as if he watches a few youtube videos and tackles a project for first time. He's really no better than any total beginner. It pains me that he has made a career of giving bad information while truly competent people are actually out there with their hands dirty. Thanks again Joe, wish you got the views he does, you actually deserve it

[dsulli]

As a home owner, on 40 acres. I make sure to do everything as good or better than the pros. The thing I can’t understand is why do people make “how to” videos about any subject if they have no clue what they are doing.