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Yes, dry concrete mix can be poured directly into the post hole around the post, then water is added. This is called the dry-pour method and works well for fence posts, though mixing concrete first provides stronger results.

For a 4x4 fence post, dig a hole that's 12 inches in diameter. The hole should be about 1/3 the length of the post deep, typically 24-30 inches for an 8-foot post.

Fence post holes should be at least 1/3 the total post length deep. For an 8-foot post, dig 24-30 inches deep. In areas with frost, go below the frost line, typically 36 inches or more.

Typically, you'll need 1-3 bags of concrete per post hole, depending on the post size and hole dimensions. A standard 4x4 post in a 12-inch diameter hole usually requires 1-2 bags of 50-lb concrete mix.

The main difference is the amount of concrete mix. An 80 lb bag covers about twice the volume of a 40 lb bag. Choose based on your project size and how much weight you can comfortably handle.

Yes, always buy 10-15% extra concrete bags. It's better to have extra bags than to run short during your project. Leftover bags can be stored for future repairs or other projects.

Fast-setting concrete typically sets in 20-40 minutes, while regular concrete mix takes 24-48 hours to fully cure. You can install the post immediately with fast-setting concrete but wait before adding fence panels.