Williams Fence and Contracting: Best Privacy Fence Installation Serving Ravenna, OH 44266

In Ravenna, our freeze-thaw cycles often cause soil movement and frost heave, which can shift fence posts out of alignment. This misalignment makes gates sag or stick. We typically find that posts set too shallow or without proper gravel drainage are the main cause. Our repair service involves resetting posts at the correct depth with concrete and gravel to prevent future shifting.

Look for widespread rot at the base of posts, significant leaning, or cracked rails. In Ravenna, moisture from snowmelt can accelerate wood decay. If only one or two posts are loose or a single gate is sagging, we can perform a targeted repair. However, if more than 30% of the fence shows rot or the structure is unstable, a full fence installation is often more cost-effective and durable.

Yes, a properly installed manual gate can fix that. The problem is usually a post that has heaved upward or tilted. When we install a new manual gate in Ravenna, we set posts below the frost line (at least 48 inches deep) and use a reinforced frame. This prevents the ground movement from affecting the gate's swing. We also adjust the hinge and latch system to keep the gate level year-round.