Reliable Residential Fencing in Hendersonville, TN 37075 - Don's Home Repairs

The main cause here is the combination of heavy clay soils and frequent weather changes—winter freezes and spring thaws cause the ground to shift, while summer rains saturate the soil. This pressure can loosen wooden posts over time, especially if they weren’t set deep enough or with proper drainage. At Don's Home Repairs, we see this a lot in neighborhoods around the Highlands Center and along Sanders Ferry Road. Our solution involves setting posts in concrete with a gravel base to improve water drainage and prevent rot.

A clear sign is when the fence begins to lean or wobble, especially at the gate area. You might also notice greenish-black staining near the base of the wood, or a soft, spongy feel when you tap the post just above ground level. If you can stick a screwdriver an inch into the wood easily, that post is compromised. If you live off Highway 386 near the Striplin Park area, where soil stays damp longer, it’s worth checking your posts every year.

We always try to repair just the failing post or section first. For example, if only two posts near your gate are rotted, we can replace those individually and reinforce the adjacent supports. After the repair, we install new pressure-treated lumber with a gravel drainage system at the base to prevent future rot. If the rest of your fence is still solid, there’s no need to replace it all. We’ve done this for many homes along the streets off New Shackle Island Road, keeping costs down and your fence sturdy.