Onguard Fence Company: Expert Residential Fencing Serving Mantua, OH 44255

In Mantua, the main culprits are freeze-thaw cycles and heavy snow. Water gets into post holes, freezes, and expands, pushing posts upward (frost heave). Wood can also rot from constant moisture. Deer add to the problem by rubbing against fences, breaking rails or loosening panels. Onguard addresses these by using pressure-treated lumber, proper post setting, and wildlife-resistant designs.

Watch for leaning posts, cracked or splintered rails, loose gates, and gaps where animals might squeeze through. After a heavy snow, check if panels are bowed or if ice has wedged between boards. If you see deer rub marks or broken pickets, it's time for a repair. Catching these early can save you from a full replacement.

We start with a free inspection to assess the damage. For frost-heaved posts, we reset them deeper with gravel for drainage. We replace rotted wood with treated lumber and reinforce gates. To deter deer, we can install taller fences or add wire mesh. Our goal is a long-lasting fix that stands up to Mantua's winters and local wildlife.