Fence Repair in Edinburg, TX

Common fence problems in Edinburg

• Sections that lean or sway when you push on them
• Posts that are soft, cracked or rotted at the ground
• Boards that are loose, split or missing
• Gates that drag, droop or won't latch
• Rust on metal posts and welds
• Chain link that sags between posts
• Damage from storms, falling limbs or vehicles

Fixing it or replacing it

Repair makes sense when the trouble is limited to a handful of posts, a few boards or the gate. Replacement usually makes more sense when most of the posts are failing, the whole fence leans, or the repair would cost more than about half the price of a new fence. A good repair pro will give you an honest read on which way to go.

How posts fail

Posts cause most fence problems. There are two common causes:

• The footing loosened. The post is still solid, but the concrete cracked or the clay soil shifted. The post can usually be dug out and reset in fresh concrete.
• The post rotted. Wood is soft and dark at ground level, sometimes with termite mud tubes. The post has to be replaced. Switching to a galvanized steel post stops it from happening again.

Gate repairs

Gates are the hardest-working part of a fence. When one sags, the cause is usually a leaning hinge post, worn hinges or a frame that's too light. Fixes include resetting the hinge post, heavier hinges, an anti-sag kit or a new frame. Gate repairs are one of the most common small jobs we get calls about.

Metal and chain link repairs

Broken welds, bent pickets and rust spots on steel fences can usually be welded, straightened and recoated. Chain link can be re-stretched, and bent top rail and damaged mesh sections can be replaced without redoing the whole fence.

After a storm

Photograph the damage before anything is moved, since insurance may cover part of the repair. Keep away from any downed power lines and call the utility. Then call us with a description and we'll connect you with someone who handles storm repairs.

What changes the price

The number of posts and sections, the material, how easy the area is to reach and whether matching materials are available all affect the cost. Most repairs cost a fraction of a new fence.

Repairs on builder-grade fences

Many newer homes in Edinburg came with a basic fence that starts showing problems within a few years: thin boards cupping in the heat, short wood posts loosening in the clay soil and gates sagging off light hinges. These fences can often be strengthened instead of replaced. Swapping the worst posts for steel, adding a middle rail and upgrading gate hardware can make a builder-grade fence much sturdier for far less than a full replacement.

Signs you should call soon

One leaning post puts extra load on the posts next to it. A gate that drags wears out its hinges and the hinge post. Rust left alone on a steel fence spreads under the coating. Catching these early keeps a small repair from turning into a big one, especially before storm season.

Related services in Edinburg

• Privacy Fence in Edinburg: Six- and eight-foot wood privacy fences for backyards in Edinburg subdivisions and older neighborhoods, with steel or wood posts.
• Steel and Iron Fence in Edinburg: Powder-coated steel and ornamental iron fences for front yards, pools and driveways, with matching gates.
• Chain Link Fence in Edinburg: Low-cost, low-upkeep chain link for backyards, dog runs, side yards and commercial lots in Edinburg.

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