We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Putting up a fence sounds simple until you get to digging holes for the posts. Using a regular shovel might work for smaller jobs, but when ...

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Dear James: We need more privacy and security, so I plan to build a board and batten fence on my level yard. Is this a good choice, and what are some construction tips? — Randy P. Dear Randy: With a ...