A dilapidated fence not only looks bad, but can be dangerous as well. An unstable barrier could collapse, rusted nails sticking out could hurt someone, and issues such as wood rot or pest infestations could spread to other structures on your property if you are not careful. That’s why we offer professional services for fence repair in Keller, TX.
Whether you need common repairs to your boundary structure, a more unusual or complicated repair, or help with larger projects, the Keller professionals at Mr. Handyman have the skills and experience to restore your structure back to its ideal solid, durable, and attractive condition with effective repair strategies. The technique or method we ultimately recommend to accomplish that will, of course, depend on factors, such as the type of material your structure was constructed out of and the nature of the damage it has suffered.
Some of our more common repair services include:
- Replacing leaning or broken posts or fence boards
- Repairing loose or stretched chain link fence fabric
- Wood rot repair (brown/dry rot, white rot, and soft rot)
- Painting or restaining fencing, including vinyl fencing that has been faded by direct sunlight exposure
- Fixing broken gates or gate latches
- Replacing missing or broken slats, pickets, rails, and decorative elements
Don’t see your concern listed here? No worries, we repair all kinds of fence damage. Just give us a call and ask us how we can fix the damage on your fence.
Wood Rot Repair
A wooden fence is a highly popular choice for its easy handling and renewable nature, making it a sustainable material that can be sourced easily. Its natural appearance and versatility make it a desirable option for both residential and commercial properties. With proper maintenance, wood fencing can provide long-term durability and aesthetic appeal to any outdoor space.
That being said, any timber that is outdoors and constantly being rained or snowed on does have a major weakness: its vulnerability to wood rot. That's because this type of decay only impacts timber with elevated levels of moisture from soaking up water. Heavy water damage or excess exposure to moisture creates the perfect breeding ground for fungi and bacteria that break down the cellulose and lignin in the wood, leading to decay and structural weakness. This is why it's crucial to use pressure-treated or rot-resistant timber for fencing projects to increase wood's longevity. In contrast, wood that is indoors and completely sheltered from excess moisture damage can remain in solid, durable condition for multiple generations.
Although our climate is relatively arid and dry, we still get more than enough precipitation to cause wood rot within a few years if outdoor structures are not protected by sealant and maintained with the occasional fence repair. The fence experts at Mr. Handyman of Keller, Roanoke and Alliance can help you maintain your fence and perform repairs as needed, to help keep your fence in prime condition.
Wood that has already rotted can't be completely returned to its original condition, so replacing the affected wood boards is usually the best option when it comes to wood rot repair. Minor repairs are sometimes possible if the problem is caught early enough, as the rotted parts can be scraped away and filled with epoxy or wood putty, then painted over.
Leaning Fence Repair
Fences should be able to stand upright. A sagging or leaning fence is no good; not only does it fail to properly defend your property’s boundary, but it is a hazard to anyone passing by. Additionally, a sagging or leaning fence can be an eyesore and detract from the overall aesthetic appeal of your property.
When you've got a section of your structure that needs Keller fence repair service because it is noticeably leaning to one side or resting on the soil, or a gate that is misaligned and dragging on the ground, the problem is almost always caused by fence posts that have broken off underground, or are seriously weakened by rot and can no longer support the weight of the rest of its structure. In some cases, it's because its concrete footing has crumbled apart, and your post has no support to remain upright.
The best way to resolve your leaning fence issues is to remove the fence post and footing altogether. Our fence experts will pour a new concrete footing, and put the old post back in place if it's in good shape or replace it with a new post if it's not. Once the concrete is fully cured and hardened, we can refill the hole around the post, so the footing is hidden from view, and reattach the fence rails or gate to the newly installed post.
