Professional Fence Builders in Salt Lake City, UT 84118 - Laki Landscaping

The main cause is the local soil, which has high clay content and expands when wet. Repeated freeze-thaw cycles heave the ground, shifting fence posts. Poor drainage around post bases and untreated wood also accelerate rot. Laki Landscaping addresses this by setting posts in concrete with gravel drainage and using weatherproofed materials suited to Utah's climate.

Signs include visible bulging or leaning of the wall, horizontal cracks, soil washing out between blocks, or water pooling behind the wall. In Salt Lake City, heavy spring runoff and clay soil increase hydrostatic pressure. Laki Landscaping inspects the wall's drainage system and structural integrity, then repairs or rebuilds it with proper gravel backfill and weep holes to relieve pressure.

Yes. This is common in Salt Lake City due to low humidity and intense sun alternating with snow and moisture. Laki Landscaping can power wash the fence, sand damaged areas, and apply a high-quality stain or weatherproofing sealant that penetrates the wood. For severely cracked boards, we'll replace sections before refinishing, ensuring the fence resists future weather damage.