Residential Fencing Lynden WA | Call Wood Art Construction

The main cause is moisture. Lynden's frequent rain and damp conditions can swell the wood or rust the hinges over time. When the wood expands and contracts, it loosens the fasteners, and the weight of the gate pulls the frame out of square. Wood Art Construction can reinforce the gate with stainless steel hardware and adjust the framing to restore proper alignment.

Signs you need repair include rotting boards, wobbly railings, or loose fasteners. If more than 30% of the deck has significant rot or structural damage, replacement is usually more cost-effective. Wood Art Construction offers a free inspection in Lynden to assess the damage and recommend the best solution based on your deck's condition and your budget.

The best solution is to use pressure-treated or cedar lumber pre-drilled for screws, install a tension cable kit across the diagonal, and set hinge posts in concrete below the frost line. Regular staining every two years also helps seal out moisture. Wood Art Construction incorporates these methods in every gate installation they do in Lynden.