Introduction As summer fades and autumn arrives, homeowners often brace for unpredictable weather—strong winds, heavy rain, and even early snowfalls. One area often overlooked is the fence. Without proper preparation, storms can loosen posts, damage panels, or even bring sections of your fence crashing down. Learning how to prepare a fence for autumn storms ensures…
Category: Seasonal & Weatherproofing Care
How to protect a fence from salt damage in winter
Introduction Winter weather brings snow, ice, and freezing winds—and for many homeowners, salt is the go-to solution for melting ice on driveways, sidewalks, and roads. Unfortunately, that same salt can cause serious damage to your fence. Learning how to protect a fence from salt damage in winter ensures your posts, panels, and rails stay strong…
How to prevent fence posts from frost heaving
Introduction If you live in a cold climate, you know winter can be tough on fences. One of the biggest problems homeowners face is frost heaving—a process where freezing soil pushes fence posts upward, leaving your fence leaning, unstable, or even broken. The good news? By learning how to prevent fence posts from frost heaving,…
How to protect a fence from high winds
Introduction High winds can put enormous strain on fences, causing them to lean, crack, or even blow down entirely. Whether it’s seasonal storms, hurricanes, or regular strong gusts in open areas, wind damage is one of the most common reasons fences fail. The good news? With the right preparation and reinforcements, your fence can withstand…
How to prepare a fence for summer heat
Introduction Summer is tough on fences. Intense sunlight, high temperatures, and dry conditions can cause wood to crack and fade, while metal fences may warp, rust, or weaken under prolonged exposure. Vinyl fences, too, can discolor or become brittle in extreme heat. If your fence isn’t prepared, summer weather can shorten its lifespan and ruin…
How to protect a wooden fence from rain
Introduction Rain is one of the biggest enemies of wooden fences. While a little moisture might not seem like a problem, consistent exposure to rain can cause wood to warp, rot, or grow mold. Over time, this weakens the structure, ruins the look, and shortens the lifespan of your fence. The good news? Learning how…
How to winterize a fence before snow
Introduction Winter weather can be brutal on fences. Freezing temperatures, heavy snow, and ice put tremendous pressure on posts, rails, and panels, while constant moisture leads to rot, rust, and warping. If your fence isn’t prepared, the first big snowfall could cause lasting damage. The good news? Learning how to winterize a fence before snow…
How to protect a fence during storm season
Introduction Storm season brings heavy rain, strong winds, and sometimes even flooding—conditions that can wreak havoc on your fence. A fence that isn’t prepared may lean, crack, or even collapse entirely, leaving you with expensive repairs. Fortunately, learning how to protect a fence during storm season can save you money, extend its lifespan, and keep…