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In Statesville, the most common signs include leaning or sagging fence sections, especially after heavy rain or freeze-thaw cycles common in our Piedmont winters. You might also notice rotted or cracked wooden posts near the ground, loose or missing pickets, or rusted-through chain-link fabric. If your gate is dragging, sticking, or no longer latching properly, that's another clear sign. Rodas General Construction can inspect your fence, identify whether the issue is with the posts, the concrete footings, or the panels, and recommend either targeted repairs or a full replacement if the damage is widespread.

Absolutely. Depending on the cause—whether it's tree root intrusion, soil settlement, or freeze-thaw heaving—we can often repair the affected section. Our process involves cutting out the damaged concrete, preparing the base to prevent future movement, and pouring a new section that matches your existing slab. If the cracking is due to poor drainage, we'll address that during the repair. For driveways near the Courthouse or on older streets in Statesville, we frequently do partial replacements that save you money while restoring a safe, level surface. We'll be honest if the damage is too extensive and a full replacement is the better long-term solution.

Clay soil expands and contracts significantly with moisture changes, which can shift fence posts and crack concrete. For fences, we set posts in concrete footings that extend below the frost line (about 12 inches in our area) and use gravel at the bottom for drainage. For concrete patios or walkways, we excavate at least 4 inches, install a compacted gravel base, and use control joints to manage cracking. We also ensure proper grading so water drains away from the slab. Rodas General Construction has built dozens of patios and fences in neighborhoods like those off Salisbury Road and near the I-40 corridor, and we always account for local soil conditions to give you a long-lasting result.