How to Build a Wood Fence and Gate

In this video, I explain how I built a cedar wood picket fence designed to last and a double gate that will not sag. Lap joints are important to prevent a sagging gate but it's the diagonal braces that matter most.

8' Tall
12' 4" Wide Dual Swing Gate
4" x 4" Wood Posts

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00:00 - Completed Fence and Gate
00:48 - Issues With the Old Gate
02:08 - Post Heights for Ground Elevation Differences
03:17 - Gate Planning - Build Order
03:42 - Gate Planning - Hinge Placement
05:06 - Gate Construction
06:35 - Gate Construction - Diagonal Brace
07:53 - Avoid Partial Pickets
08:36 - Control the Gate Gap
10:18 - Gate in Action