Professional Fence Builders in Mount Pleasant, SC 29464 - AAA Fence Co of Charleston

Yes, leaning posts are a common issue in coastal areas like Mount Pleasant due to sandy soil and high winds from storms. It's a clear sign that the posts have either shifted or the concrete footing may have cracked. We can often fix this by resetting the posts properly, using gravel and concrete rated for wet conditions, and ensuring sufficient depth to handle our local weather. In some cases, if the wood is rotten near the base, we'll replace the affected posts and reinforce the surrounding fence section.

For many fences in the Charleston area, a high-quality stain and sealer provides better long-term protection than paint. Paint can trap moisture behind it, which leads to peeling and rot in our humid climate. Staining penetrates the wood, protects against UV rays and moisture, and makes future maintenance easier. We can strip the old paint, prep the surface, apply a penetrating stain, and then add a weatherproofing sealer. This combination holds up well in Mount Pleasant's heat and humidity, and it usually needs reapplication less frequently than paint.

A misaligned latch is often a sign that either the gate hinges have sagged or the gate post has shifted. Over time, heavy gates can pull on the hinges, or the posts can settle in the soil. We'll examine the gate to see if it's simply a hinge adjustment or if the post needs to be reinforced. If the post is solid, we can sometimes reset the hinges or adjust the latch plate. If the post has moved, we may need to dig it out and re-set it properly to make sure the gate hangs straight and closes securely.