How to dig post holes
To cut a hole, drive the blades of your post hole digger sharply into the ground. When loose soil collects in the hole, pull the handles apart to scoop it out.
Try to dig a bell-shaped hole - larger at the bottom than the top. It may help to soak the soil before you dig post holes. If you hit small roots, cut them with garden snips. Try to relocate the hole if you find large roots.
Professional tip
Digging post holes is strenuous work. To avoid back strain, bend your knees and use your legs to help lift and drive the post hole digger.
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I had a pole barn built a couple of years ago. I have since found out that the contractor did not put footings under the posts and only put them at 24″ deep when our codes require 42″ footings. What would be the easiest way to dig under the existing post and put in footings?
Stumpy | Apr 29, 2008 | Reply