One of my biggest concerns was installation! But I was proved wrong, as the entire installation components and process are straightforward! Of course, you can ask for professional installation, but I chose to do it myself as a fun weekend DIY project. For starters, you will need to measure out the yard's perimeter and choose where you want to install the wires. Some owners tend to install components and wires only halfway through the yard, but I chose to cover the exposed area. In this way, safety is ensured! Bury the line throughout the yard's perimeter at least 18 inches deep into the ground. The eXtreme Dog Fence kit does come with landscaping staples if you want to install the wireless fence above ground. The staples are an absolute lifesaver, especially if you are an expert at tripping down like myself. Additionally, if you already have an existing fence, you can use this electric fence and reinforce the safety pet containment system! The underground dog fence includes a digital transmitter that allows you to set how far the signal will reach the unique receiver collar, The only drawback is that the fence transmitter must be mounted indoors as it is not waterproof. Also, you will need to set it at least three feet away from any metal objects, so it does not receive stray signal interference.