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A common sign is a gate that drags or won't latch properly, especially after the freeze-thaw cycle shifts the ground. You might also notice fence posts leaning toward the south or west, which indicates the prevailing winds that come across the Front Range have loosened the concrete base. If you see cracked or loose pickets near the bottom, moisture from snowmelt has likely started rotting the wood. Catching these signs early can prevent a full section from collapsing in the next strong windstorm.

The main cause is moisture getting trapped at the base of the post where it meets the concrete. In Colorado Springs, we get heavy snow that melts during the day and refreezes at night, creating constant cycles of wet and dry. If the post isn't set with a gravel base or a post protector, the wood absorbs that moisture and rots over time. Additionally, sprinkler systems in neighborhoods like Rockrimmon or Broadmoor Bluffs often spray directly onto fence bases, speeding up the decay.

If the gate is merely sagging from a loose hinge or warped frame, we can realign it and add a tension cable or heavier hinges to resist the gusts. For a section that has blown over or is leaning, we typically remove the damaged posts and set new ones with a wider concrete base and gravel footer for drainage. We also use pressure-treated lumber that matches your existing fence. The job usually takes a few hours, and we clean up all debris before we leave.