Abiity Fence & Lawn - Tallahassee's Experienced Privacy Fence Installation

Most leaning or blown-down fences after a hurricane are due to posts that were not set deep enough or had rotted from moisture. Weakened soil from repeated flooding around fence posts is also a common culprit in our area. A simple inspection after the storm can tell you if the posts need replacement or if the whole panel needs resetting.

Signs include exposed fence post bases, soil washout or piles of dirt away from the fence line, and grass that's thin or patchy near low points. If you see water pooling against your fence after a heavy rain in areas like Betton Hills or Myers Park, that's a red flag that erosion may already be undermining your fence.

Absolutely. Healthy turf grass with deep roots holds soil in place and helps slow stormwater runoff. Regular mowing, proper drainage grading, and aeration around fence lines reduce the pressure that heavy rain puts on posts. Combined with occasional fence inspections, this simple lawn maintenance can extend the life of your fence through many hurricane seasons.