Hotz Construction | Expert Fence Builders in Council Bluffs, IA

Leaning fence posts are often a sign of footing failure in the heavy clay soil common in the Council Bluffs area around Lake Manawa. When the ground saturates and shifts, posts set without proper concrete footings can loosen. We can solve this by replacing the affected posts with new ones set in deep, properly mixed concrete footings to ensure stability. Our deck and fence repair services at Hotz Construction can fix this issue quickly, saving you from a full fence replacement.

A large crack could be a sign of settling or freeze-thaw damage, which is common in our Council Bluffs climate, especially near the river. It doesn't always mean a foundation problem, but it should be checked. We offer concrete repair services. If the slab is stable, we can repair the crack with a high-strength filler and resurface the area. If there's significant settling, we might recommend a partial replacement. We'll assess the specific conditions on your property to give you the best solution.

In many cases, if the rot is isolated to a few boards and the underlying framing is sound, we can perform a targeted deck repair. We'll assess if the rot extends to the joists or ledger board, which is common if moisture has been trapped near the house. Hotz Construction can replace the damaged deck boards and any compromised framing, then treat the new wood to prevent future issues. A full replacement is only recommended if the structural integrity is widely compromised.