Josie Williams Fence: Professional Fence Installation Serving Seguin, TX 78155

The primary cause is the expansive clay soil common in Seguin. This soil swells when wet and shrinks during dry spells, which can shift fence posts over time. At Josie Williams Fence, we often see this issue in areas near the Guadalupe River or in older neighborhoods like those around Walnut Springs. Our solution involves setting posts in concrete with proper drainage gravel to minimize movement, ensuring a stable fence for years.

Sun damage typically fades the wood’s color evenly, while rot appears as darker, soft spots, often near the base or where moisture collects. If you press a screwdriver into the wood and it sinks in easily, that’s rot. For Seguin homes, especially those in sunny areas like near the Max Starcke Park, we recommend a simple water test: splash water on the wood. If it beads up, the seal is good; if it soaks in quickly, it’s time for a fresh stain or sealant. Josie Williams Fence can inspect and treat both issues to restore your fence’s look and function.

The best long-term solution is to replace the unstable posts with ones set deeper and reinforced with concrete. For Seguin’s soil, we typically dig holes at least 2 feet deep and use a mix of concrete and gravel to allow for drainage. This is especially effective in areas with heavy clay, like the neighborhoods off Court Street. If the leaning is minor, we can sometimes brace the posts, but for a lasting fix, a professional reinstallation is key. Josie Williams Fence offers free estimates to assess your specific situation.