Introduction: Fixing a Fence Hole
A fence can discourage unwanted visitors from stepping foot where they do not belong. They are especially effective against animals, but that effectiveness will wane when a hole appears in the fence. There is no reason to replace the section of fence that is damaged when you can simply repair it. The information below will show you how easy it is to do just that.
Step 1–Prepare the Hole
The best patch is one that matches the fence as closely as possible. In order to get this perfect fit, you need to trim the hole. This will, of course, make the whole larger, but it won't affect the fence any more than the original hole.
Step 2–The Patch
Measure the hole in its current state. The patch will be this size plus an additional inch (or more if a bigger patch will mean that the piece fits better, that the links look more whole or fuller). This will go a long way in making the patch job look seamless and less conspicuous.
Step 3–Patching the Fence
Place a cat into the hole and presto...Job complete!
