West Seattle Wood Fence Repair Services
A leaning fence isn’t “patina.” It’s failed posts, rotten rails, bad hardware, or soil/ivy pushing from the other side. We straighten lines, reset posts, rehang gates, and leave you with a fence that actually holds up through our wet winters and windy springs.
We serve Admiral, Alaska Junction, Alki, Fauntleroy, Arbor Heights, Delridge, Gatewood, High Point, Morgan Junction, and Roxhill.
What’s the Problem?
- Posts rotted at grade; panels tilting or blown out
- Gates sagging, dragging, or won’t latch; hinge screws stripped
- Rails split, pickets loose, nails backing out and staining cedar
- Soil piled against boards; ivy/blackberry swallowing the fence line
- “Repairs” that were just toe-screws and wishful thinking
How We Repair (fix the cause, not just the panel)
- Assess & mark — line, plumb, soil grade, drainage, vegetation pressure, and property-line constraints.
- Reset/replace posts — dig out failures; set new pressure-treated 4x4 or 4x6 in proper footings. We bell the base, add drainage gravel, and use a concrete collar at grade (not a full soup bucket that traps water).
- Rails & blocking — replace split rails; add blocking or metal ties (Simpson-style) where spans or wind loads demand it.
- Pickets & fasteners — reuse sound cedar where possible; replace the rest with stainless or coated screws (no rusty nails).
- Gate rehab — new posts or sleeve repair, diagonal brace to stop sag, heavy hinges, proper latch, and drop rod. We set the gap for winter swell so it still closes in January.
- Vegetation & grade — clear ivy/blackberry, cut soil back so wood doesn’t sit in damp mulch. Keep finished grade ~2” below bottom rails/boards.
- Hardware & finish — corrosion-resistant hardware, neat cuts, clean lines. Stain/seal optional.
Straight talk: if posts are mush at grade, “sistering” won’t save them. We replace the post or the lean comes back.
What We Work On
- Cedar fences (board-on-board, good neighbor, solid panel)
- Farm/utility panel fences that need real posts and rails
- Courtyard and trash/recycling gates, dog runs, and alley lines
- Tight-access hills and rockeries (hello, West Seattle)
Our Annual Maintenance Plan (Your Yard’s Routine)
- Fence line patrol — trim vegetation off rails/pickets; keep soil and mulch off wood
- Hardware check — tighten hinges/latches, replace stripped screws
- Post health — look for wobble and early rot at grade; seal checks where useful
- Gate tune — adjust latch/hinge as seasons swell/shrink
- Clean & protect — soft wash, optional stain/seal schedule
We’re a low-maintenance landscaping crew. Our goal is fewer problems between visits and less work for you.
Service Cadences (Pick What Fits)
- Quarterly — spring/fall reset + two tune-ups (best for ivy/blackberry pressure)
- Bi-Monthly — great balance for wind-exposed or high-traffic gates
(Heavy vine pressure or fresh repairs? Start monthly for 60–90 days, then taper.)
What Annual Maintenance Includes
- Ivy/blackberry cutback along the fence and neighbor edges
- Hinge/latch tune; new screws where wood is stripped
- Post inspection and small-footing touch-ups at grade
- Board/rail replacements where rot starts to show
- Photo updates so you can see the line stay straight
Why Annual Maintenance Matters
- Safety — fewer blowouts and trip-hazard panels
- Longevity — dry wood and tightened hardware outlast storm season
- Cleaner look — straight lines and snug gates beat piecemeal fixes
- Lower cost — small, timely repairs prevent full rebuilds
How It Works
- Free Estimate — photos/video or quick walkthrough; clear, upfront pricing
- Plan the fix — posts, rails, gate hardware, vegetation and grade
- Repair Day — reset/replace, rehang, clean up; no nail-streak mess left behind
- Follow-Up — care tips, optional stain/seal, and a maintenance schedule that fits
Why West Seattle Chooses Neat & Tidy
- Local crew that knows wind corridors, clay pockets, and tight alleys
- Licensed & insured; we call 811 before any digging near utilities
- Upfront pricing — labor, hardware, hauling, and disposal included
- On-time, respectful, clean work (no “green confetti” of ivy left behind)
- Green-first approach — reuse sound boards, smart disposal, landfill kept low
Ready for a fence that stands straight and shuts right?
Call or text Neat & Tidy for a wood fence repair that actually lasts—solid posts, clean lines, and a gate that clicks every time. We’ll keep it tidy—so you don’t have to.
