Ron Doughman: Trusted Wood and Vinyl Fencing Serving Citrus Heights, CA 95621

The main cause is our local climate—intense UV rays in summer and moisture from winter rains. Combined with clay-heavy soil that holds water, stains can peel or fade within a year or two without proper preparation. Ron Doughman uses high-quality, UV-resistant stains and applies them after thorough cleaning and drying to extend the life of your fence.

Look for leaning posts, cracks in the soil around the base, or exposed post holes. In Citrus Heights, erosion often occurs after heavy rain or irrigation runoff. If your gate sags or the fence feels loose, it's a sign the posts may have shifted. Ron Doughman inspects the post depth and backfill material, and can reinforce with concrete or gravel to stabilize the fence.

We recommend removing the affected post, digging a deeper hole (at least 24 inches), and using a combination of gravel for drainage and concrete for stability. For severe cases, we install metal post anchors or replace with pressure-treated lumber. This prevents future shifting and extends your fence's life by years.