Golden Gates Fencing, Decks & Landscape | Expert Privacy Fence Installation in Evansville, IN

In Evansville, leaning fences are often caused by waterlogged soil. Our clay-heavy ground near the Ohio River retains moisture, which can rot fence posts at the base. Over time, this weakens the support, causing the fence to tilt. A common sign is soft or crumbling wood where the post meets the ground. We recommend checking posts for rot annually, especially after wet seasons.

A gate that won't latch usually has a sagging hinge or a shifted post. In Evansville's freeze-thaw cycles, posts can heave out of alignment. First, check if the gate is level. If it's dragging, tighten the hinges or replace them with heavier-duty ones. For a shifted post, we often re-set it with concrete below the frost line. If the wood is split, a new gate section may be needed. We can assess it for free.

Salt and moisture from winter road treatments near the Lloyd can accelerate rust on metal railings. A clear sign is orange or flaking spots. To prevent this, rinse your deck with a garden hose after snow melts. For existing rust, sand the area and apply a rust-inhibiting primer and paint. For long-term protection, consider powder-coated aluminum railing, which holds up better against Evansville's humidity and road salt.