Fence Doctor | Local Fencing Company in Eureka, CA

Earthquakes can shift the soil, causing fence posts to lean, pull away from rails, or crack concrete footings. Look for gaps between fence sections, posts that are no longer plumb, or gates that won't latch properly. After any noticeable tremor, walk your fence line to spot these signs early. Fence Doctor can assess quake-related damage, reset posts, and reinforce connections to bring your fence back to true.

Our heavy coastal rains and steep lots often wash away soil around posts, leaving them unstable and prone to rot at ground level. This erosion exposes the buried portion of the post to moisture and decay. Fence Doctor combats this by digging down to solid soil, replacing rotted posts with pressure-treated wood or steel, backfilling with gravel for drainage, and sometimes adding a small concrete collar to direct water away.

If a fence has been straightened before but continues to lean, the problem is likely the foundation—the posts aren't anchored deeply enough or the soil is too loose. A long-term solution involves removing the affected posts, digging deeper holes (below the frost line and into stable ground), using post anchors or concrete, and ensuring proper drainage to prevent future erosion. Fence Doctor specializes in this kind of lasting repair, tailored to our local soil conditions.