Roof Pro Lumber | Best Fence Builders in South Houston, TX

Fence post erosion is usually caused by the area's clay-rich soil, which expands when wet and contracts when dry, loosening the ground around posts. Heavy rains common in South Houston can also wash away soil. Roof Pro Lumber addresses this by removing the damaged post, excavating a wider hole, setting the new post in concrete below the frost line, and backfilling with gravel for drainage. This prevents future shifting and rot.

Common signs include loose or leaning fence panels, popped nails, splintered wood, and gates that sag or won't close properly. High winds from storms can tear pickets off rails or blow entire sections over. Roof Pro Lumber can reinforce your fence by installing stronger hinges, replacing warped rails, adding wind-bracing to gates, and using hurricane-rated fasteners. They also offer heavy-duty corner posts for better stability.

A gate that swings open in the wind often has a weak latch, misaligned hinges, or a sagging frame. Roof Pro Lumber inspects the gate for settling posts and warped wood. They can realign the gate, install a self-latching gravity hinge, add a wind chain to limit opening angle, or replace the entire gate with a heavier-duty option that resists movement. Properly installed gate posts with concrete footings also prevent future misalignment.