Local Fence Installation in Cheyenne, WY 82009 - Top Hand Fencing

The main cause is our freeze-thaw cycle. Moisture in our clay-heavy soil freezes, expands, and pushes posts upward. When the ground thaws, the post often doesn't settle back straight. Top Hand Fencing solves this by setting posts below the frost line (typically 48” in Cheyenne) and using a gravel base for proper drainage. If you already have leaning posts, we can either brace them or replace them with properly set posts to prevent future movement.

A sagging gate that drags on the ground or is hard to latch is the biggest warning sign. In Cheyenne, this often happens when heavy winds catch a gate and stress the hinges over time. Another sign is rusty or loose hinge bolts. If you notice your gate no longer swings freely or you have to lift it to close it, call us. We can rehang it with heavy-duty galvanized hinges and adjust the frame to restore smooth operation.

We recommend a solid board-on-board or stockade privacy fence, ideally oriented perpendicular to the prevailing northwest wind. A solid fence creates a windbreak, reducing drifting around your driveway and walkways. We also ensure proper ground clearance (about 2-4 inches) to avoid rot from snow accumulation against the bottom. For larger properties, we sometimes suggest a slatted windbreak fence that filters the wind while still providing privacy.