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The main cause is the freeze-thaw cycle. In spring, water from melting snow and rain saturates the soil around wooden posts. When it freezes again, the ground expands (frost heave), pushing posts out of alignment. Over time, this leads to leaning sections. Our solution is to reset posts with concrete footings poured below the frost line, a service we provide for many Rockland homes near Hingham Street and Union Street.

Look for soft, spongy wood at the base of the posts or along the bottom rails. You may also see discoloration (dark brown or green) or fungus growth. A simple test: if you can push a screwdriver more than half an inch into the wood, it’s likely rotted through. For fences near Memorial Park or other damp areas, we recommend a full inspection. We often replace sections with pressure-treated wood or suggest a vinyl fence alternative – both available through our landscaping and masonry team.

Absolutely. Most broken gates are caused by the weight of the gate pulling on the hinges, especially if the post is no longer plumb. We can repair the hinges, add a steel gate support kit, and reset the gate post if needed. In many cases, we’ll also reinforce the footing with concrete. This is a cost-effective fix we do for Rockland homeowners near the Goff Memorial Hall area – no need for a full fence replacement.