How to Add Links to a Chain Link Fence

Some homeowners prefer to install a chain link fence around their property instead of a wood or vinyl fence because it is less expensive and easier to maintain. It is the perfect choice if you want to segregate an area and if there is ever a need to add links to the fence for any reason it is something that can easily be done.

How to Add Links to a Chain Link Fence

1. Determine how much chain link material you want to add to your fence.


2. Use a tape measure and measure the desired amount of fence and mark it with a marker.


3. Use a pair of pliers to open the wire knuckles at the bottom and top of the fence material where you made your mark.


4. Take the end of the wire that you undone and twist it counterclockwise to separate it from the material.


5. Place the measured piece of fence you just undone and put it next to the piece of fence you want to add it to. Make sure they are correctly aligned. One of the pieces should have a full diamond on one end and the other piece should have a half of diamond on the end.


6. Put one of the excess pieces of wire through the corner of the first full diamond and thread the wire up the fence going from diamond to diamond and crossing over between the pieces of material.


7. Use pliers to crimp the end of the links on both the bottom and the top after the links are connected. This is done to keep the wires in place.