The Little Fence - Enfield's Expert Fence Installation

In our experience around Enfield, a sagging gate is usually caused by a loose hinge or a fence post that has shifted due to frost heave. Over time, the weight of the gate can also pull the post out of plumb. Our solution is straightforward: we first check the post for stability. If it's leaning, we can often brace or re-set it. Then, we tighten or replace the hinges and may add an anti-sag kit. If the wood is rotted, we'll recommend a targeted repair or replacement to get your gate swinging freely again.

Peeling paint on a fence in our climate is often a sign of moisture trapped beneath the surface, not necessarily a structural failure. The main cause is usually inadequate surface preparation or using the wrong type of stain or paint for exterior wood. As a solution, we strip the old finish, sand the wood, and apply a high-quality exterior stain or paint that breathes. We also recommend a proper cleaning routine to prevent future peeling. If you see soft, spongy wood underneath, that indicates rot, which we can repair before refinishing.

In Enfield, where the ground stays damp near the lake and in the valleys, the best solution is proper installation from the start. We always use pressure-treated wood or rot-resistant species like cedar. More importantly, we set the posts in a gravel base rather than concrete to allow water to drain away from the wood. We also apply a high-quality wood preservative to the buried portion. If you have an existing fence showing rot at the base, we can perform a targeted repair by replacing only the affected posts, saving you the cost of a full fence replacement.