How to use a post hole digger?

3rd March 2020


How to use a post hole digger


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		To dig straight holes for holding up sturdy posts, a post hole digger is an essential tool to have. This is because it allows the user to dig deep yet narrow holes without difficulty.

		Before you begin to dig your post holes, a little tip to remember is that digging in moist soil is much easier than trying to dig in either solid, clay-like soil or dry, sandy soil.

		If necessary, soften the soil up by hosing the ground with water and leaving the dirt to soak up the moisture before digging.

		Step 1 – Grasp handles Grasp the handles of your post hole digger securely, placing your hands level on each side.

		Step 2 – Pierce ground Lift the tool upwards, so that your hands are above your head, and then drive the tool downwards with enough force for the open blades to pierce the ground.


		Initially, you may need to repeat this step a few times in order to get an outline of your hole.

		Step 3 – Loosen soil Using the handles, move the blades around in the ground to loosen the soil.

		Step 4 – Clamp soil Again using the handles, firmly clamp the soil by bringing the blades together.

		Step 5 – Remove soil Keeping the blades closed around the soil, remove it from the hole by lifting the tool upwards.

		Step 6 – Deposit soil Deposit the soil to one side of the hole by opening the blades.


		Step 7 – Repeat Repeat the previous steps, digging deeper with each thrust, until your hole is the required depth and width to hold your post.