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His method of extracting the post whole with that simple setup almost never works because the concrete slug extends out too far. Ask me how I know.
I had to build a bridge that extended beyond the width of the slug and lever off that, and whatever moron put the post in used 2 bags of concrete. I don't even like concrete for wooden posts because it just creates a PITA down the road and probably rots the post quicker.
Sometimes I can reuse the concrete slug if the post is rotten enough it pulls out. Then I just taper the next post and hammer it into the hole.
His fix will be very temporary as some posts failing is just an indicator that the rest are not far behind. I've repaired my fence 3x in the past 2 years. He should be thinking fence replacement, but I understand the impetus to get something up immediately to keep the dogs out.
I don't even know why people use wooden fence posts since they only last 15 years. Metal is the way to go. Probably saved $100 in the initial install or something stupid. Just like wiring garages with a 15 amp circuit instead of 20. Saved $35 in copper so now the outlets are useless for power tools.
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