Fence Unrollers

Fence Unrollers

Whether you’re building a fence or repairing an old one, simple fencing tools can sometimes be just what you need for the job. If that’s spreading out wire to go between fence posts, consider help from a fence unroller. Check out Tractor Supply’s selection before you start your next project.

Roll Out Fence Wire Like a Pro

Fence unrollers are used for straightening out smaller spools of fence wire, including barbed wire. If you need a tool to not only pull wire but also set it at the right tension for a livestock pen, for instance, consider using a fence stretcher.

Types of Unrollers

Some fence unrollers are more like stretchers, installing on trucks, ATVs, tractors and other farm equipment with receiver hitches. Others are manual tools that you put a roll of wire on and walk along a fence line with, unrolling as you go. These usually only call for the work of one person and are simpler to use. Plus, they’re often lighter-weight and portable, so you can carry them back and forth between a garden or field and a barn or storage shed more easily.

Fence Building-Friendly Features

Many fence unrollers are made of heavy-duty steel that’s powder-coated to last longer and resist rusting. Mountable ones are usually compatible with 2-inch hitches, although some bolt on. Plenty of them offer tailgate clearance that not only lets you access a truck cargo area conveniently but also work on uneven ground. Where some have fence repair features such as rebar and T-post straighteners, others have wire tensioner cleats built in to let you stretch and hold wire. Unrollers with a spin control feature can help prevent backlash.

Frequently Asked Questions About Fence Unrollers

Why do I need one of these tools?

For one, it can help you unroll fencing wire more efficiently. That means it can help you save building time. Secondly, more work gets done by the motion of the unroller, generally. So, fewer people may be needed for it and the job can be less hard on your back and shoulders. Third, some can adjust tension, doing the job of both an unroller and a stretcher. That means you may only need one tool to straighten and tighten wire or your fences, not two.

What are some tips for the best ways to use this tool?

Unroll wire on more level ground or downhill, especially for long distances. This can make unspooling a lower-effort task. If you’re unrolling wire on a hill, though, consider setting the unroller at the top of it and pulling the wire downhill. Just be sure to use safety gloves to help prevent cutting your hands. When you’re doing a longer run, work with another person and have them either pull the wire ahead or hold the other end to provide tension. That way, you can straighten the wire and move more easily.

Find Your Ideal Fence Unroller Today at Tractor Supply

Ready to get that big fence building job underway? Visit your local Tractor Supply store to pick up the unroller and other equipment you need. Otherwise, you can check out our huge selection here online and order now.