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Top 10 Signs Your Fence Needs Repair in Kyle, TX

  • Writer: thedudeservices
    thedudeservices
  • Dec 4, 2025
  • 1 min read
Fence Repair Signs (Kyle, TX)
Fence Repair Signs (Kyle, TX)

Introduction

Your fence is one of the first things people see when they approach your home — and it protects your property. With Texas heat, storms, and shifting soil, fences take a beating. Here are the top 10 signs your fence needs a repair or tune-up.

Section 1 — Why Fences Fail in Hays County

  • Extreme sun

  • Cedar shrinkage

  • Soil movement

  • Storm damage

  • Rot from trapped moisture

Section 2 — Top 10 Warning Signs

  1. Leaning posts

  2. Broken rails

  3. Rotting pickets

  4. Loose screws

  5. Faded stain

  6. Gaps between boards

  7. Mold or algae

  8. Warped wood

  9. Missing pickets

  10. Board separation

Section 3 — Local Issues You’ll See

Kyle’s clay soil expands and contracts, which loosens posts and breaks rails over time.

Section 4 — Pro Tips from The Dude

  • Use cedar for best longevity

  • Stain every 1–2 years

  • Post replacements save fences from collapsing

  • Keep sprinkler heads from hitting the wood

Section 5 — When to Call for Repairs

Call if the fence is leaning, rotting, or structurally compromised.

CTA

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