Brushwork & Painting - Topeka's Experienced Fence Installation

In Topeka, wood rot in the latch-side corner or hinge post is the usual cause. Our heavy clay soils hold moisture, which accelerates rot at the ground line. Rusted or loose screws in the hinges can also cause sagging. Brushwork & Painting can typically reinforce the post, replace the hardware, and rehang the gate so it swings freely.

Storm damage often shows as cracked or splintered pickets, nail pops, or sections leaning or downed in a specific direction. General rot spreads softer, darker wood around the base or at connection points, with no impact pattern. We look for these signs during a free inspection and can tell you if it’s repairable or if a section needs replacing.

It definitely prevents problems. A quality exterior stain or paint seals out moisture, which is the main cause of rot in Topeka’s humid summers and freeze-thaw winters. We use paint and stain that includes UV protection to slow fading and cracking. It’s a simple step that can add years to your fence’s life.