Comments on: Troubleshooting Electric Fences

By: Jana

Jana — Wed, 01 Mar 2017 17:33:03 +0000

My ground wire is popping. Can you tell me what I need to do to fix it? I have had this hotwire working for a couple of years with no problem, but you can hear it popping off at the ground wire. I have searched the internet but cannot seem to find an answer to my problem. Thanks!

By: James

James — Fri, 21 Sep 2012 12:03:36 +0000

I have a Zareba electric fence and couldn’t find information on how to troubleshoot and repair
an electric fence. I was surprised to learn they have certified repair centers in many states
and they can help you troubleshoot or repair your electric fence.
Here’s the link for their certified repair centers:
http://www.zarebasystems.com/customerservice/where-to-buy/certified-repair-centers
Troubleshooting an electric fence:
http://www.zarebasystems.com/resources/expert-tips

By: Dave

Dave — Thu, 09 Jun 2011 20:30:55 +0000

I have been using rebar as a grounding rod for about 10 years. Today it quit doing it’s job. I have plenty of AC voltage coming out of the charger, but as soon as I hooked up both fence wires the charger light goes out. Going to install a copper rod tomorrow, and by the way, they don’t have to be driven straight down if there is a problem. A copper grounding rod can be buried a foot deep. That area should be watered infrequently.

By: rusty clemens

rusty clemens — Sun, 30 Jan 2011 15:06:51 +0000

How about running a ground wire directly to the ground bar in a electrical panel, I keep losing my grounds outside due to frozen ground

By: Galadriel

Galadriel — Sun, 15 Aug 2010 17:46:18 +0000

I hate electric fences. They require constant maintenance and if there are power cuts the animals always seem to know they’re off. Plus most of mine learn to ignore the quick pain and then just jump through anyway. Just not worth the hassle.

By: jim

jim — Sat, 12 Jun 2010 21:52:14 +0000

good and helpful article. not trying to sell anything in particular but giving good tips.