Hey everyone, I'm coming to the experts because I'm at a lost. Of all of the projects to accomplish this year, the easiest has me stumped! So, I'm installing a 6ft free standing gate using 6ft tall 6x6 posts as my supports. I've poured 6ft deep concrete footings and, well, made the MAJOR mistake of installing deck post saddles into the footings. As I have since learned not nearly enough support to stabilize such mammoth pieces of wood. What are my options here; is there any way to attach a wood post to concrete? I have no problem in cutting out these useless saddles. My fear is I'm going to have to break away the footings and imbed my posts into the concrete. If that is the case I'm out a lot of time and two very costly 6x6 cedar posts. Appreciate the help!

Hi- I'm trying to figure out a way to reinforce my fence because my neighbor's dog keeps pounding the fence. One idea was to buy chain link and somehow secure to the vinyl posts? Definitely ugly though. :( What do you recommend?