Ocean Fences | Best Fence Contractors in Seattle, WA

Seattle’s damp, rainy climate is tough on untreated wood. Moisture seeps into the base of fence posts, especially if they sit in soil without proper drainage or a gravel base. Over time, this leads to rot, fungal growth, and eventually post failure. Ocean Fences recommends using pressure-treated lumber or rot-resistant cedar and ensuring posts are set above ground level with adequate drainage to prevent erosion.

Look for signs like a fence that sags or leans to one side, gaps between the pickets and the ground, or a noticeable tilt when you open or close the gate. You may also see the concrete footing cracking or pulling away from the post. If you spot any of these signs, it’s best to have a professional assess the posts before the fence completely falls over.

Ocean Fences will first inspect the posts to see if they can be saved. If a post is only slightly loose, we might re-set it with fresh concrete and a gravel base for better drainage. For severely rotted or eroded posts, we replace them with new pressure-treated wood, using a deeper footing and sometimes adding a metal bracket to resist future shifting. This keeps your fence straight and stable through Seattle’s wet seasons.