Honestly, Do You Need to Cement Fence Posts?

So, you're standing in your yard with a shovel in one hand and a sore back already forming, probably wondering do you need to cement fence posts or if you can just pack the dirt back in and call it a day. It's one of those classic DIY debates that has been going on for decades. Some people swear that if you don't use a couple of bags of Quikrete, your fence is basically a stiff breeze away from falling over. Others will tell you that concrete is actually the "kiss of death" for wooden posts because it traps moisture and causes them to rot faster than you'd believe. ...

May 12, 2026 · 7 min · Anika Candace