Professional Wood and Vinyl Fencing in San Antonio, TX 78223 - L&D Fencing

Our hot, humid summers and occasional freezes cause metal components like hinges, latches, and gate springs to rust, expand, and contract. This leads to stiffness, cracking, or complete breakage. For example, a latch might seize up after a wet spring, making it impossible to close your gate securely.

Look for these signs: fence panels leaning outward from the pressure of overgrown shrubs or vines, lifted or cracked concrete footings near tree roots, or wood rot concentrated at the base where moisture collects against leaves and dirt. If you notice these issues, roots or vines may already be pushing against your posts.

We first remove the offending vegetation, trim back overgrowth, and if needed, replace damaged posts and panels. To prevent future problems, we can install root barriers, adjust post placement away from large trees, and apply a protective sealant to the wood. For gate hardware affected by weather, we replace rusted parts with corrosion-resistant stainless steel or galvanized options.