Commercial Fencing Auburn WA | Call Roman Professional Landscaping

The most common cause is the weight of the gate combined with seasonal ground movement from rain and frost. In Auburn, heavy clay soil expands and contracts, which can shift fence posts out of alignment. Over time, this puts extra stress on hinges, causing them to bend or snap. Rust from constant moisture also weakens hardware. Roman Professional Landscaping can assess the underlying issue and replace hinges with heavy-duty stainless steel options that resist corrosion.

Signs include a gate that drags on the ground, gaps between the gate and latch, or a fence line that looks wavy from a distance. You might also notice that posts are leaning, especially after a heavy rain. In Auburn neighborhoods like Lea Hill or near the Green River, shifting soil is common. If your gate won’t latch or swings open on its own, it’s a clear sign the alignment has shifted. Roman can re-set posts and adjust the framework to get everything plumb again.

Yes, in many cases. If the posts are still sound but have shifted, we can sometimes re-set them using concrete footings and gravel to improve drainage. For minor alignment issues, we can adjust the framing and hinge positions. For severely rotted or broken posts, replacement may be needed, but we focus on repairing what we can to save you money. We serve Auburn homeowners near the Outlet Collection and along the Green River Trail with practical, long-lasting fence repairs.