A wooden fence provides several benefits for your property, including added curb appeal and privacy. However, average wear and tear over the years can cause the need for fence repair. Timely maintenance can prevent the wooden structure from harm during a windstorm, mitigating potential property damage and injury. To determine whether or not your wooden fence requires repair, look for these indicators.

How to Tell It’s Time for a Fence Repair

1. Leaning

After a rainstorm, the ground can shift, which can cause the fence to lean. Once the general structure loses integrity, all of the panels could start to weigh it down. Before all of the posts start to lean, repair the offending section and adjust the structure.

2. Rotting

One or two rotting boards can benefit from quick and easy repairs. If you wait for mold or wood rot to extend to the rest of the fence, however, the entire structure will need replacement. After replacing boards, apply a liquid preservative over the wood as preventative maintenance; that way, rotting is less likely to occur in the future.

3. Missing Boards

Fallen screws or splintered boards could cause the wood to fall and reveal a significant gap in the structure. Before these boards fall and become susceptible to animals, grass, and dirt, place a new plank of wood with new screws to extend the life of your fence.

4. Old Age

If you’ve maintained your property with regular fence repairs, you can avoid an entire replacement once the whole structure becomes too old. Any fence younger than 20 years should remain sturdy, but a poorly maintained one will need an entire replacement before then. To avoid a costly replacement, repair all problems before they worsen.

If you need fence repairs, the team at Herb Geddes Fence Co Inc. will remedy any issue that arises to keep your property looking excellent. For over 50 years, their contractors have served property owners throughout Jessamine County, KY. No matter the material, their repair technicians and gate installation specialists will help. Visit their website to explore their services, and call (859) 885-2215 to speak to a contractor.