LC FENCE

🪵 Is Your Fence Falling Apart? Here’s When to Repair — and When to Replace

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Fences don’t last forever. Wood, vinyl, and even metal fences all take a beating from weather, time, and everyday wear. If your fence is starting to lean, rot, or fall apart, you might be wondering: Should I repair it or just replace it?

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Let’s break it down.

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🕰️ How Long Should a Fence Last?

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Wood fences typically last 10 to 20 years, depending on:

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• The quality of materials used
• Whether the wood was pressure-treated or untreated
• Installation methods
• Local weather conditions

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Unfortunately, we see a lot of fences in East Tennessee that start to fail much sooner — sometimes in just 5–7 years — because a previous contractor cut corners with untreated wood or subpar materials.

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🚨 Common Signs of Fence Failure

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Here are a few red flags that might mean your fence is beyond a quick repair:

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• ✅ Leaning or sagging sections
• ✅ Loose or missing pickets
• ✅ Wobbly or dragging gates
• ✅ Soft, rotting posts near ground level
• ✅ Discoloration, splitting, or water damage
• ✅ Rust or corrosion (for metal fences)

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One missing board might not seem like a big deal — but it could be a symptom of deeper structural damage you can’t see.

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🧰 Fence Repair vs. Fence Replacement

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Repairing your fence makes sense when:

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• The damage is limited to a few pickets or one post
• The rest of the fence is still structurally sound
• You’re looking for a budget-friendly, short-term solution

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Replacing your fence is usually the smarter choice when:

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• Multiple sections are failing
• Posts are rotting below ground level
• The wood is brittle, splitting, or falling apart
• You’ve had to patch it up more than once already

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At Loudon County Fence, we always start with a fair, honest evaluation. If it can be repaired, we’ll fix it. If not, we’ll explain why a new fence will save you time, money, and headaches in the long run.

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🛡️ Why Choose Loudon County Fence?

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We’re not just another fence company — we’re East Tennessee’s trusted fencing professionals. Here’s what sets us apart:

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• ✔️ Unlimited Tennessee Contractor License
• ✔️ Clean record with the BBB
• ✔️ Trusted by UT, local governments, and federal agencies
• ✔️ We use only quality, pressure-treated wood and durable materials
• ✔️ No subcontractors — just skilled, local professionals

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📞 Ready to Repair or Replace Your Fence?

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Don’t wait for one missing picket to become a full collapse. We’ll come out, inspect your fence, and give you real options — no sales pressure, just straight answers.

👉 Request a free quote today: https://www.lcfence.com/contact-lc-fence

Loudon County Fence — Built Right. Built to Last.

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