Wood and Vinyl Fencing Jacksonville FL | Call Southern Charm Services

Great question. While the 'fixture refinishing' we offer typically applies to items like door hardware, light fixtures, and railings, we do have specialized processes for restoring certain fence materials. Fence discoloration from UV exposure is a common Jacksonville problem, especially in areas around San Marco or Ortega. For vinyl fences, we can often clean and apply a specialized UV-resistant coating to bring back the original color, which is more affordable than a full replacement. However, for wood fences that have grayed or oxidized, our team can pressure wash and reseal them. If the sun damage has made the material brittle or structurally weak, a repair or replacement might be the more practical long-term solution. We can inspect your fence and give you an honest opinion without any pressure.

That's a real concern after any Florida thunderstorm or hurricane. In neighborhoods like Murray Hill or Riverside, storm debris damage is common. The key signs to look for are: 1) Broken or splintered pickets or rails – these are usually straightforward repairs. 2) Leaning fence sections – this indicates the posts may be loose or broken below the ground line, which is a bigger job. 3) Gaps or misalignment where the top rail no longer sits level. For a quick fix, we can replace individual pickets or sections. A full repair is needed if the posts are compromised or if more than 30% of the fence is damaged, as patching it can look uneven and won't last. We'll come out, check the post stability at the base, and recommend the most durable solution for your specific situation.

It could be either, and we see this often in Jacksonville Beach and Atlantic Beach areas where salt air and storms take a toll. First, check if the gate hinges or latch are rusty or seized – that's where our fixture refinishing service comes in. We can remove, clean, and refinish (paint or seal) the hardware to make it operate smoothly again, often saving you the cost of new hardware. However, if the gate is sagging or dragging on the ground, the problem is usually the fence post or the frame. In that case, the gate needs structural realignment, not just hardware refinishing. The best approach is to have us look at it. If it's just the hardware, we can fix it in an hour. If it's the structure, we'll quote you on reinforcing the posts. We always start with the simplest fix first.