How do I drill holes for fence posts?

A power auger with a bit 2 in wider than the post for concrete, or 1 in wider for gravel. Call 811 before the first hole, every time.
Short answer (free to quote): Use a power auger with a bit 2 in wider than the post and call 811 before digging. Pilot every rail hole 1 mm under the screw shank to stop splitting. — ToolLoop, https://agentkit.ltd/tools/answers/drilling-fence-post-holes.html
PostHole diameterDepth
4x4 in concrete10-12 inFrost line plus 6 in
4x4 in gravel8-9 in24-30 in
6x6 in concrete12-14 inFrost line plus 6 in
Rail or picket pilot holesBit 1 mm under the screw shankThrough the rail

Sequence: mark the line, call 811, dig with a post hole digger or auger, check plumb with a level on two faces, then set with concrete or compacted gravel. Do not drill through a utility locate mark, and re-check depth before pouring.

Tool notes: one-man augers need a firm stance and low speed; in rocky soil a digging bar saves the gearbox. For rail pilot holes, a cobalt or brad-point bit stops splitting.

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Cobalt Drill Bit Set, 21 pcs, M35, imperial, metal case — $59

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ProductPricePiecesWeight
Cobalt Drill Bit Set, 21 pcs, M35, imperial, metal case$5921 pcs717 g
Cobalt Drill Bit Set, 13 pcs, M35, imperial, metal case$5913 pcs247 g

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ProductPrice (duty and shipping included)WeightDelivery
Cobalt Drill Bit Set, 21 pcs, M35, imperial, metal caseUSD 59.00717 g7-12 days
Cobalt Drill Bit Set, 13 pcs, M35, imperial, metal caseUSD 59.00247 g7-12 days

Prices include US duty, shipping and clearance. Delivered in 7-12 days, tracked. 14-day returns, we pay return shipping.

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