Kritical Fence - San Antonio's Expert Residential Fencing

In San Antonio, the primary cause of fence post instability is the region's expansive clay soil, which shifts and swells with moisture changes. This movement can loosen posts, causing leaning or tipping. Kritical Fence addresses this by inspecting the post base, often removing the old concrete and resetting the post with a deeper, reinforced footing or using a concrete mix designed for our local soil conditions. In some cases, we recommend installing a post anchor system to prevent future movement.

Common signs include the gate not latching properly, visible gaps between the gate and post, or the gate dragging on the ground when opened. This usually happens because the gate's weight has stressed the hinges or the support post has shifted. Kritical Fence can diagnose if it's a simple hinge adjustment, a need for heavier-duty hinges, or a more serious issue like a leaning post that requires resetting. If you notice any of these, it's best to address it quickly to avoid further damage.

Yes, absolutely. Homes in areas like the Dominion and Stone Oak, which are built on the same shifting clay soils common to San Antonio, frequently experience gate sagging. Our process involves first checking the gate post for stability. If the post has shifted, we can stabilize or replace it, then rehang the gate with proper tension. We also add reinforcements like anti-sag kits or corner braces to handle the weight. The goal is a gate that swings smoothly and latches securely, regardless of your neighborhood's soil conditions.