ASAP Remodel & Construction: Trusted Fence Installation Serving Vancouver, WA 98662

The biggest cause is moisture. In Vancouver, WA, where we get a lot of rain, the wood in a gate absorbs water, expands, and then dries out. Over time, this cycle loosens the screws and hinges, and the weight of the gate pulls it out of square. That's why you'll often see gates dragging on the ground or not latching properly. As carpenters, we see this a lot in neighborhoods like Felida.

Look for reddish-brown rust spots, especially where the wire mesh meets the posts or where the coating has been scratched. In Vancouver, the constant dampness speeds up corrosion. If the fence feels brittle or you see flaking metal, it's a sign the protective coating has failed. We can replace those sections or install a new fence that's better suited for our wet climate.

Often, yes. If the posts are still solid and the wood isn't rotten, the solution is usually to replace the hardware with heavy-duty galvanized hinges and add a tension cable or a turnbuckle. We also square up the frame. It's a much more affordable fix than a full fence replacement. We do this kind of work all over Vancouver, from Fisher's Landing to the Heights.