Fence Builders Old Forge PA | Call Emlaw Concrete
934 Moosic Rd, Old Forge, PA 18518
Business Background
Emlaw Concrete in Old Forge, PA, is your local resource for tackling common fencing issues like posts sinking or rotting from the region’s freeze-thaw cycles and moist soil. Located just off Main Street near the Old Forge High School, they offer machine and tool rentals that empower homeowners and contractors to dig, set, and repair fence posts correctly. Instead of calling a costly contractor, you can rent a post hole digger, concrete mixer, or tamping tool to do the job yourself. Their knowledgeable staff provides advice on proper concrete mixes and installation techniques suited to local soil conditions. Whether you’re fixing a fence along Moosic Road or building a new one near the Lackawanna River, Emlaw Concrete has the rental equipment and expertise to ensure long-lasting results.
Questions and Answers
What causes fence posts to sink or rot in Old Forge?
Old Forge’s clay-heavy soil and freeze-thaw cycles cause water to collect around wooden posts, leading to rot and frost heave that pushes posts out of alignment. Improper concrete footings that don’t extend below the frost line (about 36 inches) also contribute to sinking.
How can I tell if my fence posts need repair or replacement?
Look for leaning sections, cracked concrete at the post base, or spongy wood near ground level. If a post wiggles easily in its hole, the concrete footing may have failed. Also check for visible rot or insect damage where the wood meets soil.
What rental tools from Emlaw Concrete can help fix a sinking fence post?
We rent post hole diggers (manual and powered), concrete mixers, tampers, and wheelbarrows. For a typical repair, you’d dig out the old post with a digger, mix quick-setting concrete in our mixer, then tamp the new footing with a tamper for stability.
Core Services
- Machine and tool rental
Business Location & Hours
| Mon: | 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
| Tue: | 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
| Wed: | 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
| Thu: | 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
| Fri: | 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
| Sat: | 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM |
| Sun: | Closed |



























