Fence Repair in Madison, WI
Wood, vinyl, metal, and chain link fences repaired — posts reset after frost heave, gates rehung, and broken sections replaced.
A fence in Wisconsin leads a hard life. The freeze-thaw cycle lifts the ground every winter and spring, shifting posts that weren't set deep enough or have loosened in the soil — and a leaning post drags the whole fence, and the gate, out of line. Snow load, wet soil, and seasonal wind do the rest, leaving broken boards, dropped gates, and sections that no longer close. We repair all of it: wood, vinyl, metal, and chain link.
The fix usually comes down to the post. We reset frost-heaved posts, rehang gates so they latch again, and replace the runs that are past repairing — matching the existing fence so the repair reads as part of the original line rather than an obvious patch.
What Fence Repair Work Covers
Wood Fence Repair
Replace broken boards and pickets and re-secure loose rails on wood fencing.
Vinyl & Metal Fences
Replace cracked vinyl panels and bent metal rails to match the existing fence.
Chain Link Repair
Re-stretch chain link fabric and re-secure it to the posts and top rail.
Post Resetting
Reset frost-heaved and leaning posts so the fence stands and the gate latches.
Gate Rehanging
Rehang dropped gates and adjust the hardware so they latch cleanly.
Section Replacement
Replace a damaged run and match it to the existing fence line.
How a Fence Repair Gets Done
Send photos of the damage
A picture of the leaning post, broken section, or misaligned gate — plus the fence material — is usually enough for an initial estimate by phone or email.
Assess the posts first
We check whether the problem is the post, the gate, or a broken run, since a shifted post is the most common root cause of a leaning fence.
Reset or replace
Frost-heaved posts are reset, broken boards and panels are replaced, and chain link is re-stretched and re-secured.
Rehang the gate
We rehang the gate and adjust the hardware so it swings and latches the way it should.
Match and clean up
Replaced sections are matched to the existing fence, and we leave the work area tidy.
What to Know About Wisconsin Fences
Frost heave moves posts. The freeze-thaw cycle lifts the soil and shifts posts every winter. A leaning fence almost always starts with a heaved post, and the gate follows.
The gate tells you first. A gate that won't latch usually means a post has shifted. Resetting the post brings the gate back in line.
Match the run. When a section needs replacing, we match the boards, spacing, and height to the existing fence so the repair blends into the line.
First Time Clients Discount
$50 off with 4 hours of service, or $100 off with 8 hours of service.
Ask about our senior discounts for Dane County homeowners.
Offer valid for first time clients only. One discount per client.
Frequently Asked Questions
What kinds of fences do you repair?+
Wood, vinyl, metal, and chain link fences. We replace broken boards and pickets, reset leaning posts, re-stretch chain link, and repair gates that have dropped out of alignment.
Why do fence posts heave and lean after winter?+
Wisconsin's freeze-thaw cycle lifts the ground and shifts posts that weren't set deep enough or have loosened in the soil. The post leans, the fence follows, and a gate that once latched drops out of reach. We reset posts and rehang gates so the fence stands and the gate latches again.
Can you fix a gate that won't latch?+
Yes. A gate that won't latch has usually dropped out of alignment because the post shifted or the hardware loosened. We reset the post, rehang the gate, and adjust the hardware so it latches cleanly.
Do you replace whole fence sections?+
Yes. When a section is past repairing — rotted boards, broken vinyl panels, or a bent rail — we replace that run and match the existing fence so the repair reads as part of the original line.
How is fence repair estimated?+
Most fence repairs can be estimated from a photo of the damage and a note on the fence material. Send a picture of the leaning post, broken section, or gate and we can usually give you an initial estimate by phone or email.
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