Wood and Vinyl Fencing Hobart IN | Call American Group

Hobart's clay-rich soil expands when wet and freezes, then contracts as it dries and thaws. This movement pushes fence posts upward or sideways, causing leaning and sagging gates. American Group solves this by setting posts below the frost line (about 42 inches) and using gravel backfill for drainage, plus concrete collars to resist lateral movement.

Yes, a dragging gate often indicates that the fence posts have shifted due to soil movement. It's a sign that the foundation of your fence is compromised. American Group can inspect the posts, re-set them properly, and install adjustable gate hinges to accommodate minor future shifts, preventing further damage.

Absolutely. Many older homes in Hobart have single-pane or inefficient windows that lose heat in winter and cool air in summer. American Group installs energy-efficient, double- or triple-pane windows with low-E coatings and argon gas fill. This reduces drafts, lowers your HVAC load, and can cut energy costs by 20-30% while increasing home comfort.