Professional Privacy Fence Installation in Dover, NJ 7801 - Sanchez and Sons Fence

Dover’s wet winters and humid summers can cause wooden fence posts to rot, especially if they’re set directly in soil without proper drainage. The first sign is leaning or soft wood at the base. We replace rotted posts with pressure-treated lumber or set them in concrete with gravel at the bottom to improve drainage. For a longer-lasting solution, we recommend vinyl or metal posts that resist moisture.

A sagging gate is often due to loose hinges, a warped frame, or posts that have shifted over time. This is common in Dover because of freeze-thaw cycles that move the ground. We check the alignment, tighten or replace hardware, and reinforce the gate with a diagonal brace. If the post is unstable, we reset it with concrete. This keeps your gate swinging smoothly and secure.

If you see multiple broken or missing pickets, widespread rot, or posts that are loose in the ground, replacement is often more cost-effective than piecemeal fixes. However, if only a few panels are damaged or the posts are still solid, we can do targeted repairs. We’ll inspect your fence for free and give you an honest opinion—no pressure to replace if repairs will last.