Custom Fencing by Shanks: Professional Fence Contractors Serving Lima, NY 14485

Wind damage often comes from sudden gusts that hit open stretches of land around Lima. Over time, this loosens posts, cracks rails, or blows entire sections down. Our solution is to replace compromised panels with pressure-treated lumber or heavy-gauge metal and re-set posts with concrete footings that go below the frost line. We also check the entire run for weak spots to prevent repeat damage.

Moisture gets trapped in hinges, latches, or slide mechanisms, then freezes when temps drop, making gates stick or refuse to open. We install corrosion-resistant, sealed hardware and apply lubricants that stay flexible in cold weather. For gates that face north or sit near Conesus Lake’s wind, we also recommend covers or slight adjustments to the gate frame to reduce ice buildup.

Look for leaning posts, cracked rails, or nails that have pulled out halfway. For gates, listen for squeaking in summer—that’s a sign moisture is getting into the hardware, which means winter freezes are coming. If you see any of this, call us. We’ll come out to your property near Lima and shore up the weak points before a storm takes down a whole section.