Better Built Fencing & Design | Local Fence Contractors in Southaven, MS

That leaning is usually from posts set in shallow holes that can't handle our expanding clay soil after heavy rain. The soil swells and shifts, pushing the posts out of plumb. Our solution is to dig new holes below the frost line, pour concrete footings, and set pressure-treated posts with proper drainage gravel. This anchors the fence against our soil and prevents future leaning, even after a wet Mississippi season.

Gate sagging after a few years usually means the hinges are pulling loose from the post, or the post itself is twisting under the gate's weight. We reinforce the gate frame with a tension cable or a heavy-duty anti-sag kit, and we replace hinges with stainless steel strap hinges that have a longer screw pattern into the post. If the post is compromised, we'll set a new one with concrete. After that, your gate will swing smoothly and latch every time.

Yes, in most cases we can do a spot repair. We assess whether the original posts are still sound or if the wind pulled them out. If the posts are still solid, we replace the damaged pickets and rails with matching material. If the posts are loose, we reset them with concrete. For fences near Goodman Road that see storm damage, we often recommend upgrading to thicker gauge nails and adding blocking at the corners for extra wind resistance. This saves you money while getting your fence back in shape fast.