5 Signs That You Need to Repair Your Fence

There are several factors that can case a fence or gate to break down. No matter how well a fence is installed or how durable the material is, time will always take its toll on any fence. Weather also can do a lot of damage on even the sturdiest of fences. The extremes in weather in and around Twin Falls, Idaho can contribute to fence problems such as dry rot or even bug infestations. Here are five signs to look for the see whether your fence has these problems and is in need of a repair: 


1. Swaying or Leaning Fence: Pay attention to your fence on a windy day. Is it shuddering even at a small breeze? Does your fence seem to be leaning in one direction? If so, it is crucial to do a fence repair before the entire fence collapses. Our fence repair specialists at Longhorn Fencing and Supply will come strengthen concrete fence supports or replace a rotted post. If necessary, we may need to replace a bigger section of fence altogether. 

3. Bug Infestation: Have you been noticing little bugs crawling or flying around your cedar wood fence? You may have a pest problem. While wood fencing is usually treated with products that help keep bugs at bay, time and weathering can sometimes remove those barriers. Some other things to look out for include: tiny holes in a wooden fence post, mud-like material on the surface of your fence, and buckling paint. 


2. Physical damage: Whether its because of a storm, an accident or just a rotting section of fence, sections of your wrought iron, chain link or vinyl fence may be damaged or missing. This is a problem not only for aesthetics but also security as animals and maybe even people could enter into your property through those damaged sections. At Longhorn Fencing and Supply, our team will survey your fence problem and decide what the best repair plan would be. Sometimes all it takes is replacing a fence post, but other times the only option may be to replace an entire section of fence with new fencing material. 


4. Moisture and Dry Rot: When installing a wood fence, its important to not let any of the wood touch the ground. That is partly why posts are set into concrete rather than the soil. This keeps the fence from coming into contact with consistent moisture. With time and weathering however, these conditions might change. Soil could be blown against the base of a post or a fence could begin sink or leaning into the ground itself. As a result, discoloration, mold and mildew could spread up the post and into the rest of your fence. To avoid having to do a complete fence replacement, get this fixed as soon as possible. 

Whether you are seeing signs of dry rot or a leaning fence post in Twin Falls, Burley, Jerome and all surrounding areas, call Longhorn Fencing and Supply today at 208-421-7095. We offer fence repair services as well as a wide range of fencing materials and supplies if you decide you realize that your fence is beyond repair. 




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