Fence Repair Across Dallas-Fort Worth
A fence rarely fails all at once. It starts with one post that rocks when you push on it, a gate you have to lift to get it to latch, or a few pickets the last storm knocked loose. Catch it at that stage and the fix is usually a post or a handful of boards, not a whole new fence.
Tharp Fencing & Staining repairs fences for homeowners and businesses around Dallas-Fort Worth, including Plano, Frisco, McKinney, Crowley, Burleson and Mansfield. If the rest of your fence is in good shape, we fix what’s broken and leave the good wood alone. If it isn’t worth saving, we’ll tell you that too, and show you why.
Or call or text 817-807-6763.
What We Repair
- Leaning or wobbly posts. We dig out the failed post, check the footing, and set a new post in concrete.
- Broken, cracked or missing pickets. We replace the damaged boards and match the style and color as closely as the existing wood allows.
- Gates that sag, drag or won’t latch. Usually it’s loose hinges, a gate post that has shifted, or a frame that has warped in the heat.
- Storm and wind damage. Sections that blew over, rails pulled loose, panels that separated from their posts.
- Rot and insect damage. Soft boards and posts near the ground, where standing water and constant moisture do the most harm.
- Metal fences. Iron, steel and chain link fences get bent rails, loose fittings and rust too. Tell us what you’re seeing and we’ll tell you whether it’s a repair or a replacement.
Repair or Replace?
It’s the question most people are really asking when they call, and the answer depends on what’s underneath. A fence with a couple of bad posts and solid boards is a repair. A fence where most of the posts are rotted at the base, or the boards are splitting down the whole run, usually costs more to keep patching than to replace once.
We check the posts first, because that’s where most failures start. North Texas clay swells when it’s wet and shrinks in a drought, and posts that weren’t set deep enough work loose over a few seasons. If one post failed and its neighbors are solid, we fix the one. If they’re all moving, we’ll show you.
For a closer look at the tradeoffs, read Fence Replacement vs. Major Repair. If your fence is leaning, Leaning Fence Solutions: Fix, Reinforce, or Replace? walks through the options.
How a Repair Visit Works
- Tell us what’s going on. Call or text 817-807-6763, or send a message through our contact page. Let us know what’s broken and roughly where.
- We look at it in person. We look for the cause, not just the symptom. A leaning section is often one failed post or a drainage problem along the fence line.
- You get a clear estimate. It’s itemized, with no hidden fees. If all you need is a few boards, that’s what we’ll quote.
- We fix it and walk it with you. We go over the finished repair with you before we call the job done.
Estimates are free and there’s no pressure. We stand behind our materials and workmanship. The specifics depend on the job.
Staining After a Repair
New boards won’t match weathered ones on day one. That’s normal. Once the new wood has had time to dry, a stain evens out the color and protects the whole run. We stain with Wood Defender in semi-transparent and transparent finishes, so a repair and a stain can be one project. See fence staining for how we do it.
Fence Repair Guides
If you’d like to try a small fix yourself first, start here:
- Fence Repair 101: Fixing Common Issues & When to Call a Pro
- DIY Fence Repair vs. Professional Contractor
We’ve also written about repairs in Mansfield, Burleson and Crowley, and about steel fence repair in Mansfield.
Common Questions
Can you fix part of my fence without replacing the whole thing?
Yes. If the rest of the fence is sound, we replace the damaged boards or posts and leave the good wood where it is.
Will the new boards match?
We match the board size and style. Color takes a little longer: new wood and weathered wood look different at first, which is why a lot of repairs finish with a stain.
Do I need a permit to repair my fence?
Larger repairs or replacements sometimes need one, depending on your city, and HOAs often have their own rules. Check before a big job. Our guide to fence permits and HOA rules in North Texas covers the basics.
Ready to Get It Fixed?
Tell us what you’re seeing and we’ll set up a time to take a look. Use the contact page or call or text 817-807-6763.