Wooden fences are notorious for warping, cracking, and splitting. After all, the heat, humidity, and Texas sun cause boards to expand and contract. This weakens them. Now, a warped fence obviously loses its clean look, but it also forms gaps that compromise your privacy and security.
Remember to apply a quality weatherproof sealant every couple of years to protect the wood from moisture and UV damage. This simple measure can help you avoid huge headache later.
No worries if the damage is done, either. You won't need everything replaced. Boards can often be swapped out without replacing the entire fence. Our handymen can remove just the problem areas and match the replacement boards to blend seamlessly.
Even if your fence panels or posts are in great shape, the hardware holding them together can fail. Hinges, screws, latches, and brackets rust over time - especially if they’re not galvanized or designed for outdoor use. Rust not only looks bad but also weakens the function of gates and doors.
Regularly inspect hardware and tighten loose screws before they strip the wood. In fact, use rust-resistant hardware and apply a protective spray to metal parts for added durability.
Sometimes a quick hardware swap is enough; other times, the rust has spread too far and you’ll need more extensive gate or section fence repair. That’s where Mr. Handyman can step in to save you the frustration of a gate that won’t shut properly.
The gate is often the most-used part of a fence, which means it wears out faster. Common issues include dragging, misaligned latches, or hinges pulling loose. A gate that won’t open or close smoothly is not just inconvenient - it’s a safety issue, too.
It'll help to keep gate areas clean and lubricate hinges every few months. Also, make sure the posts supporting the gate are extra sturdy since they handle the most stress.
If the gate is just way out of whack and you want to start from scratch, then consider professional adjustment and reinforcement. The team at Mr. Handyman can bring your gate's functionality to like new status!
Rot is a silent enemy of wooden fences. It starts as a patch here or there, but spreads quickly to weaken boards and posts until they break. Left unchecked, rot can force you to replace entire sections of your fence.
The key is to keep water and moisture away. Sealant is essential, but the little things count too. For instance, keep plants, mulch, and soil from piling up directly against your fence since moisture lingers there and encourages rot.
Repairs are tricky once rot sets in, and the crew at Mr. Handyman have a few tricks up the sleeve. Still, replacing rotted boards or posts is often the only way forward. We'll present your options based on the particular damage.
