Residential Fencing Russells Point OH | Call Vanhorn Construction

The main causes are strong winds off the lake, heavy snow loads in winter, and animals like deer or raccoons pushing against or through fence panels. Over time, moisture from the lake can also cause rot in wooden fences or rust on metal ones.

Look for leaning posts, loose or broken boards, rusted gate hinges, gaps where animals might get through, or wood that feels soft and spongy. If your gate drags or won't latch properly, that's also a sign of underlying structural issues.

We assess the damage first—whether it's a few broken pickets, a leaning post, or a whole section that collapsed. For minor repairs we replace individual boards and reinforce connections. For major damage, we can install new posts set deeper in concrete and choose stronger materials like vinyl or heavy-gauge metal to better resist future weather and animal pressure.