Fence Maintenance: What to Do After a Storm
Winter is right around the corner, and with it comes the year's nastiest weather. Wind, rain, hail, snow -- all are possible, if not likely. Most people are concerned about the ways bad winter weather can affect their homes, but what about the ways it can affect your fence? An ugly winter storm can wreak havoc on a wood fence, and a lot of homeowners simply don't know what to do when that happens. Luckily, there are a few easy-to-remember tips you can follow to salvage a wood fence that has been damaged by a winter storm. But remember -- if any of these steps seems too complicated or difficult, call a professional. 1. Assess the damage. The first step in repairing storm-ravaged wood fencing is to assess the damage. This doesn't mean only damage to the fence, but also damage to the landscape around it. Once you've made sure the area surrounding the fence is safe, approach the fence and determine what parts need to be repaired or replaced. If the storm was especially ba...