Strong wind can loosen fence panels, crack posts and leave an otherwise sound fence leaning or unsafe. Acting quickly can prevent a small problem becoming a complete replacement, but damaged fencing should always be approached carefully.

Make the area safe first

Keep children and pets away from loose panels, sharp fixings and leaning posts. Do not try to lift a large panel in strong winds. If a fence borders a pavement, road or neighbouring property, secure the area and arrange an inspection promptly.

Check where the damage begins

A fallen panel does not always mean the whole fence has failed. Look for cracked timber posts, movement at ground level, broken concrete slots, rotten rails and loose fixings. A sound run of posts may only need a replacement panel. When several posts move together, more of the fence may require attention.

Repairs that may be possible

• Replacing one or more damaged fence panels
• Renewing broken timber or concrete posts
• Refixing loose boards, rails and capping
• Replacing failed gravel boards
• Repairing or rehanging a garden gate

When replacement is the better choice

Repeated repairs can become poor value when posts are rotten, concrete components are cracked throughout or the fence has reached the end of its useful life. A properly planned replacement may provide a stronger and more consistent result.

Get the right materials locally

Dodds Fencing & Sheds has supplied trade and domestic customers since 1963 from our permanent Stockton-on-Tees sawmill, yard and showroom. We hold extensive stocks of fencing panels, posts, gravel boards and fittings, and repairs can be arranged through Dodds Approved Installers.

View our fence repair service or request a free fencing estimate.