In Jackson, a fence that needs repair has usually been moved by the ground under it. Yazoo clay swells through a wet winter and shrinks in a dry summer, and a shallow post goes back and forth with it until the footing is loose. The boards may be fine. We check each post by hand, replace the ones that have failed with ground-contact treated posts set deeper than the old ones, and hang the sound panels back up.
Rot and termites are the second cause. Heat and humidity keep the base of a wood post damp for much of the year, and termites work in the same spot. A post that looks solid at eye level can be hollow at the soil line. When we replace it, the old concrete comes out too, because a new post dropped into an old shallow footing will lean again.
Storm calls come in waves here, after spring squall lines, tornado warnings and the remains of Gulf storms. If a section is down and you have a dog or a pool, tell us when you call so we can close the opening first and return for the full repair. We write an itemized estimate you can send to your insurer. If a repair grows into a rebuild, we check the City of Jackson permit rule before we start.
Fence repair in Jackson: common questions
My fence leans a little more every year. Is that the clay?
Very often, yes. Expansive clay moves shallow posts with every wet and dry season. If the posts are still sound, resetting them deeper can stop it. If they are rotted at the ground, they need replacing.
Can you match my old fence when you replace a section?
We match the height, style and picket width as closely as current lumber and panels allow. New wood will look brighter than weathered wood for a season or two. We tell you before we start if an exact match is not available.
Do I need a permit for a fence repair in Jackson?
The city says a permit is required for fences. Whether a small repair counts is the Building Permits Division's call, so we ask them for your address when the job is more than a few boards or a latch.
How it works
- Free estimate: Call, text or book online. We visit, measure and talk through options.
- Written quote: Clear pricing with material choices side by side.
- Permits & planning: We check local rules and help with permits before we dig.
- Install & clean-up: Our crew installs, cleans up and walks the finished fence with you.