Towle's Contracting: Professional Wood and Vinyl Fencing Serving Fortville, IN 46040

Look for leaning posts or sagging gates. As the ground freezes and thaws, concrete footings can heave, shifting posts out of alignment. If your gate drags or won't latch properly, that's a clear sign the posts have moved. Towle's Contracting can re-set or reinforce the posts, and if rust is present, they'll sandblast and repaint to prevent further damage.

The main cause is moisture trapped under paint from repeated freeze-thaw cycles. Once the coating cracks, water seeps in, freezes, and lifts the paint. Towle's weatherproofing process includes proper sandblasting to remove old coatings, followed by a quality primer and paint designed for outdoor metal and wood. This seals out moisture and extends the life of your fence or gate by years.

Yes, in most cases Towle's Contracting can repair rather than replace. They'll sandblast the rust down to bare metal, treat the affected area, and repaint or stain it to match. If the hinge or frame is compromised, they can fabricate a custom metal bracket or hinge to restore function. This saves money and keeps your gate looking good without a full replacement.