Fencing Company Columbus MS | Call Doty fencing

The most common sign is wood rot at the base of the posts, especially if your fence is near the Riverwalk or in low-lying neighborhoods. You might also notice swelling at the joints or paint peeling in large patches. For metal gates, rust spots near the hinges are a clear warning. Catching these early can save you from a full replacement.

Our local clay-heavy soil, common in areas around Lion Hills, expands and contracts with moisture, which can push posts out of alignment. We address this by setting posts deeper—typically with a concrete base that extends below the frost line—and using treated lumber or steel posts that resist ground movement. For existing leaning posts, we can re-set them with gravel and concrete anchor systems.

Absolutely. High winds from spring storms often knock gates off their tracks or snap wooden panels. We do on-site assessments to see if the gate can be repaired (e.g., replacing a hinge or a few pickets) or if a full replacement is more cost-effective. For security gates, we also check the latch mechanism and reinforce the frame to handle future gusts.