Leaning posts
Post is loose at the base or the concrete pulled out of the ground. Often caused by clay-soil shrink/swell or undersized footings. Fix: reset the post, sometimes with a bigger footing.
Leaning posts · Storm damage · Gate sag · Panel replacement
Fence repair in Waco, TX
Not every fence problem needs a full replacement. We'll match you with a Waco-area fencing pro who can tell you honestly whether your fence is fixable, and quote the repair without trying to upsell you into a tear-down.
Common repairs
The fence repairs we hear about most in Waco
Storm damage
Spring line storms in McLennan County will lay sections flat. Fix: replace damaged pickets/rails, reset any pulled posts, document for insurance.
Gate sag
The gate scrapes the ground or won't latch. Usually a gate-post problem (post leaning) or a hardware problem (worn hinges). Fix: re-square the post, replace hinges, or add a brace cable.
Rotted pickets
Cedar pickets touching dirt are the first to go. Fix: replace pickets at the bottom, or upgrade with a kickboard along the bottom rail.
Missing or warped boards
One or two pickets blew out. Fix: targeted replacement and matching stain so the patch doesn't stand out.
Chain link sag
Top rail bowed, mesh hanging loose. Fix: re-tension mesh, replace top rail or terminal posts, add bracing on long runs.
Repair vs. replace
How to tell if a repair is worth it
The honest rule of thumb: if more than ~30% of the fence is failing, replacement is usually cheaper over a five-year window. Below that, repair almost always wins.
- Repair when: posts are still solid, only a section or two is damaged, the fence is under ~10 years old, you can match the existing pickets.
- Replace when: multiple posts are loose, pickets are uniformly warped/rotted, you're already going to upgrade material (cedar to vinyl, chain link to wood), or the existing fence violates current HOA / city code.
- Repair, then replace later: sometimes the smart move is a $300 fix now to get through the year, with a planned replacement budgeted for next season.
The Waco-area pro you're matched with will tell you what they'd do if it were their fence.
Insurance & storm damage
If your fence came down in a storm, document everything before any repair work starts:
- Photos of the down sections from multiple angles
- Photos of any tree limb / debris that hit the fence
- Photos of the broken posts and footings
- Any prior estimates for the fence (helps your adjuster)
Insurance often covers more than people expect for storm-related fence damage. Some installers will write the estimate in the format your adjuster wants.
What you'll spend (roughly)
Repair pricing context for Waco
- Single picket / panel patch: usually a small flat-rate or trip-charge job.
- Resetting a leaning post: moderate cost; more if old concrete has to come out.
- Gate rehab (rehang + new hinges): often a quick fix if the post is still good; a real rebuild if the post is leaning.
- Section replacement (rails + pickets): priced per linear foot, usually with a minimum charge.
The on-site estimate will give a real number. Repair work is harder to quote sight-unseen than new install, so a brief site visit usually pays for itself.
Already had estimates?
If you've already had one or two quotes and want a third opinion before committing, that's a fair use of this form. Mention what you've heard so far and we'll match you with a pro who can sanity-check it.
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