Ocl Custom Welding & Fabrication | Expert Fence Contractors in Bakersfield, CA

Sagging gates are often caused by the expansive clay soil common in the Bakersfield area. This soil swells when wet and shrinks during dry spells, which can loosen fence posts over time. At OCL Custom Welding & Fabrication, we solve this by fabricating custom posts with deeper concrete footings, preventing movement and keeping your gate aligned.

Look for exposed concrete at the base of your posts, leaning sections, or cracking in the surrounding ground. After heavy rain near the Kern River or in neighborhoods like Oildale, erosion can wash away soil, leaving posts unstable. Our metal fabrication team can replace affected posts with reinforced, corrosion-resistant steel set deep into the ground to resist future erosion.

Absolutely. Often, the issue is localized to the gate posts or hinges. We can fabricate new, heavy-duty metal gate frames and install stronger hinges that mount directly to reinforced posts. This targeted metal fabrication repair saves you money and time while ensuring the gate swings smoothly and stays secure for years to come.