Olson Fencing: Experienced Fence Contractors Serving Shingle Springs, CA 95682

The main cause is the dry, expansive clay soil common in Shingle Springs. As the ground dries out, it shrinks away from the post, leaving it unsupported. Olson Fencing solves this by setting posts deeper—often 18 to 24 inches—and using a gravel base or concrete mix that stays stable even when the surrounding soil dries and cracks.

This is often a sign that your gate's posts have shifted due to soil movement, throwing the latch out of alignment. A simple solution is to adjust the latch plate or strike plate. Olson Fencing can realign the gate by adjusting the hinges or replacing a shifting post, ensuring the lock engages smoothly every time.

For our local conditions, a pressure-treated wood or vinyl fence with concrete-set posts is highly effective. Metal fences like chain link or aluminum with deeper-set posts also perform well. Olson Fencing can recommend specific materials and installation methods—such as using post anchors or gravel backfill—to prevent future instability from the dry ground.