Fence Fixers | Professional Residential Fencing in Sacramento, CA

The main culprit is Sacramento’s expansive clay soil, which swells when wet and shrinks during dry periods. This constant movement can loosen the soil around fence posts, causing them to lean or shift over time. Poor initial installation—like shallow holes or no gravel base—can make it worse. Fence Fixers addresses this by resetting posts with proper concrete footings and drainage to prevent future movement.

A sagging gate often drags on the ground, sticks when opening or closing, or has a noticeable gap at the top or bottom. You might also see the latch misaligned or hear scraping. This usually happens because the gate’s weight pulls down on the hinges or the posts have shifted. Fence Fixers can inspect the hardware, realign the posts, and reinforce the gate for smooth operation.

It depends on the cause. If the gate post is leaning, we’ll reset it with concrete. If the hinges are worn or the gate frame is twisted, we replace or reinforce them. Sometimes adding a diagonal truss rod or a third hinge can distribute weight better. Fence Fixers provides a full assessment and offers a tailored repair that keeps your gate working like new—even after Sacramento’s wet winters.