How can I build a wall/barrier on an asphalt yard for privacy?
I have a very small yard that is covered in asphalt and I’d like to partition my side off from the messy neighbour.As I am tired of them throwing rubbish outside , Their rubbish always ends up on my side .And I end up having to clean up after them.Fed up with it.Plus I have a small dog and I’d like her and myself to have some privacy.In a space that’s safe and clean and tidy.
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Depends on how long wall will be. The important thing to know, is that you will need a footing at each end. This usually is 3 feet deep. I have put up 20 foot walls, & they last !
Jerry
Get planters on wheels with trellises on them and plant hedges line the planters up next to each other
As Jerry said, about 1/3 of the above ground height of your fence post should be buried below ground. An inexpensive stockade fence might be the easiest to put up. There are usually local regulations regarding fences and property lines. Make sure you are certain of where your property line is and know what regulations might apply. You may also need a permit.
If you can’t find planters get someone to build them
Yes you’ll need a footing(s), depending on what kind of wall you need.
I think you need a fence, not a wall.
You want something high, like 6’, yes?
Sorry, I don’t know tour local Codes, so I will explain the logic of the US’.
In the States, a side or backyard fence can be 6’ high, the front yard depends on the setback distance. These are Zoning Ordinances & they’re very “local”.
A masonry wall cannot exceed 4’ high without Building Permits. This is IRC Code, National.
This is because In the States, there are thresholds in which one has the have Building Permits for fences & walls, because at certain heights, they exceed prototypical construction methods and/or Zoning Ordinances. As in there’s liability involved, due to structural failure potential.
For example, a retaining wall over 4’ high must be engineered for the site, because hydrostatic pressure & dirt-load will make it fail.
There’s pre-made vinyl fence panel sections, where you’ll need to dig 15-18” deep holes, set the 4x4 treated lumber posts and full with concrete. You can cut the asphalt with a course tooth circular saw. Cut a 24” square hole, so you can get an auger or a shovel in the holes.
you can pour cement into 5 gallon buckets and add 4x4 posts then put lattice between them adding vines/flowers growing from planters boxes across the bottom of each section for even more privacy. lot less construction type work and lower costs easy to do by yourself
You can anchor posts into the asphalt and then add a fence.
You can also buy something my husband calls "cold patch" which is asphalt mix in a bag. We used it to patch where our drive wasn't deep enough and started deteriorating. You pour and pack it down. That could help where it's crumbling.
Hi Madds, here's some great ideas for natural fences that could work - https://www.bobvila.com/slideshow/11-living-fences-that-look-better-than-chain-link-47520#cactus-fence. You'll also find a whole bunch of interesting ideas from other hometalkers here - https://www.hometalk.com/diy/outdoor/decor/s-13-ways-to-get-backyard-privacy-without-a-fence-17553245. I hope you come right, it must be so frustrating