Fences That Stay Straight, Stay
Up, Stay Looking Good
Fences fall over because posts weren't set deep enough, weren't set in concrete, or rotted at ground level. RO sets posts properly the first time — at code-required depth, in concrete, with proper drainage — so fences don't lean, sag, or fall in the first storm. Wood, vinyl, chain-link, or aluminum.
Fence Repair & Installation
Guide
What It Is
Fence work covers new installations (post setting, panel or board attachment, gates), replacement of failed fences, and repair work (replacing rotted posts, broken pickets, sagging gates, leaning sections). Common materials: pressure-treated wood, vinyl, aluminum, chain-link, and composite.
When You Need It
New fence triggers: privacy from neighbors, pet containment, pool safety code requirements, defining property lines, or aesthetic improvement. Repair triggers: leaning posts, fallen sections after storms, rotted bottoms, broken gates, or pickets falling off. A 50-year-old chain-link is often worth replacing rather than patching repeatedly.
Cost & Timeline
Wood privacy fence (6 ft tall): $25–$45 per linear foot installed. Vinyl: $30–$60/ft. Aluminum: $35–$70/ft. Chain-link: $15–$30/ft. Standard residential lot fencing (200–300 linear feet) runs $5,000–$15,000 depending on material and gates. Repairs: post replacement $150–$400 per post, picket replacement $25–$50 per board, gate repair $200–$600. Most installs take 2–5 days; repairs 1–2 days.
Why It Matters Here
Upstate SC clay soils hold water at fence post bases, accelerating wood rot. Posts set in concrete (not just dirt-tamped) and with gravel for drainage at the bottom last 3× longer. Cheap installs that skip concrete or use undersized posts fail in the first 5 years. We use 4×4 minimum (often 6×6 for tall fences), 36" depth in concrete with gravel, and metal post bases for gates.
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Warning
Signs
Fence leaning in one direction
Post is failing — either rotted at base, undersized, or set too shallow. Pushing it back upright temporarily doesn't fix it; the post needs replacement or the fence will continue to lean.
Posts wiggling in the ground
Concrete around the post has cracked or the post itself has deteriorated. A post that wiggles will fail completely in the next storm. Replace before that happens.
Bottom of wood pickets rotting
Common in Upstate SC. Pickets touching ground or grass wick moisture and rot. Solution: replace rotted pickets, leave 1–2" gap at bottom for new ones, or add a kickboard.
Gates dragging or not closing
Either the gate post has settled (most common) or the gate itself has sagged. Gate posts need to be set deeper than line posts (48"+ depth) and sometimes need diagonal bracing for tall gates.
Pickets popping off
Wrong fasteners or fasteners failing. Galvanized ring-shank nails or stainless screws are required for outdoor use. Cheap nails rust and lose grip within years.
Visible rot at posts where fence meets ground
Posts rot at the soil line where moisture and oxygen meet. Once visible rot appears, the post structurally is much weaker than it looks. Replace before it falls.
Chain-link sagging or rusting through
Mesh has lost tension or is rusting. Re-tensioning is possible if mesh isn't too rusted. Heavy rust means replacement of affected sections.
Maintenance
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Our
Process
Layout & Permit Check
We measure, locate property lines (recommend a survey if unclear), and check for any HOA or local restrictions. SC sometimes requires permits for fences over 6 ft — we handle if needed.
Call Before You Dig
SC811 utility location service called before any digging. Marks placed for gas, electric, water, and communications lines. Hitting a buried line is dangerous and expensive — we never skip this.
Set Posts
Post holes dug to 36" minimum (48" for gate posts), gravel for drainage, post centered and plumbed, concrete poured around the post. Concrete cures 24–48 hours before any panels go up.
Install Panels or Boards
Pre-built panels (vinyl, aluminum) attached to posts with manufacturer hardware. Wood fence: rails attached to posts, then pickets nailed or screwed evenly to rails. Gates installed with proper hardware (heavy-duty hinges for wood gates).
Stain & Cleanup
For new wood fences, we recommend waiting 30–60 days for the wood to dry before initial stain. We can return for staining or you can hire it out. All concrete and dirt cleaned up, posts wrapped if requested.
Cost & Lifespan
Prices are estimates for Upstate SC — get a real quote for your project.
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(864) 304-0139