Mckendrick Contracting: Expert Privacy Fence Installation Serving Hayden, CO 81639

That's a frequent issue here due to our freeze-thaw cycles. The most common cause is a leaning gate post, which throws the gate off alignment. Sometimes the hinges are just loose or the gate frame has warped from moisture. We'll first check if the post is still set solidly in the ground. If it's leaning, we often need to reset or replace the post, using a concrete base deep enough to stay below the frost line here in Hayden. For a non-leaning post, we adjust or replace the hinges and reinforce the gate frame, making sure it has enough clearance to swing freely over snow or uneven ground.

Cracking from snow load is very common in the Yampa Valley. The issue is often using boards that aren't rated for ground contact or our heavy, wet snow. A good local solution is to install 'shadowbox' or 'good neighbor' fencing, which allows some airflow and reduces snow buildup. We also recommend using pressure-treated wood or rot-resistant species like cedar. For the strongest protection, we can build your fence with the boards slightly spaced to allow for expansion and to let snow fall through. If you prefer a solid privacy look, using a vertical grain board helps resist splitting.

Absolutely, we can usually do a targeted repair without replacing the whole fence. Rot at the bottom is common near the Yampa River due to ground moisture and splash-back. We first check that the rot hasn't spread to the posts or the top rails. If the posts are solid, we'll remove the rotten pickets and the bottom rail, then install new treated lumber that is rated for ground contact. To prevent future rot, we can add a gravel base under the fence line to improve drainage and ensure the new wood sits above the soil level, away from standing water.