Reeds Tree Lawn and Landscape - Springfield's Best Privacy Fence Installation

Common signs include leaning or sagging fence panels, visibly cracked or splintered wood near the posts, and loose or missing pickets. You might also notice that the fence gate no longer closes properly, or you see fresh gaps between the ground and the bottom of the panels. In Springfield, these issues often show up after a heavy snowmelt or a windy storm, especially in areas around Washington Park or older neighborhoods like Enos Park.

Overhanging or dead tree limbs can snap off during high winds or under the weight of snow, falling directly onto your fence. This can knock panels out of alignment or even break posts. The best step is to have a professional inspect both the tree and the fence. At Reeds, we first remove any hazardous branches or the damaged tree parts, then repair or replace the affected fence sections. This two-step approach prevents repeat damage.

Yes. Routine landscape maintenance—like clearing debris from along the fence line and ensuring proper yard drainage—reduces moisture buildup against wooden posts and helps keep fence panels from rotting or shifting. We also trim back shrubs and vines that can push against fence panels during storms. For Springfield winters, we recommend keeping heavy snow pushed away from the base of the fence to reduce pressure and ice damage.