Measures You Can Take to Address Rot On Your Wood Fence

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Placeholder ImageMeasures You Can Take to Address Rot On Your Wood Fence We’re going to tell you what you can do to keep your wood fence from rotting.

A wood fence can last you for many years with proper care. That said, without proper maintenance, the inverse can become true, and your fence may not last nearly as long as you would hope. While fence rotting is a fairly well-known threat that wooden fences have, not all homeowners understand what can cause rotting to occur. What people can do to prevent rotting is also not universally known, so we’re going to tell you what you can do to keep your wood fence from rotting.

Stain Your Wood Fence to Keep Rotting From Happening

A lot of people believe that exposure to moisture is the only thing that can ever cause a wood fence to start rotting. This is not always how rot occurs. While wet rot is definitely a concern for wooden fences, dry rot is another problem altogether. Dry rot involves a gradual loss of a sealant or stain. Without the sealant or stain, a fence can be more susceptible to damage.

Dry rotting will happen as a result of too much exposure to sun and wind, which can be more prevalent than an excess of rain that causes wet rotting. If you’re worried about dry rotting, make sure you stain your wood fence.

Rot-Resistant Materials

When having a fence installed, try to get it made out of materials that are resistant to rotting. Options such as cedar and redwood are appealing for this reason. While you can go with cheaper options, we don’t recommend this because you may not get the same level of quality otherwise. Investing the extra dollar now will let your wood fence last much longer, which in turn will allow it to save you money in the long run.

If you go with treated wood, your fence will have more longevity because you will be addressing the wood rotting problem in a proactive manner rather than a reactive one.

Addressing Rotting Areas

Routine maintenance is incredibly helpful for keeping your wood fence in good condition. If you replace rotting areas of your fence, you keep the rotting from spreading to other areas. The sooner you find fence rot, the better. As a bonus, you also help prevent insects from taking over your fence by undergoing regular maintenance. Well-maintained fences last far longer than ones that aren’t maintained, so it’s good to keep up with maintenance, even if fence rot isn’t your primary concern.

Contact Albaugh & Sons

Since 2003, Albaugh & Sons, LLC, has been dedicated to meeting the fencing, decking, and home remodeling needs of homeowners throughout the greater Frederick area. All of our team members are experienced, well-trained, and committed to exceeding the expectations of every customer.

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Customer Testimonials

We could talk all day about the happy homeowners we’ve provided renovations for, but the real measure of merit lies in customer reviews. See what people are saying about Albaugh & Sons.

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Bonnie
21:41 27 Nov 24
I just want to say this company is the Best.. did my fence and my screened in porch. The guys are professional and just a delight to deal with.. customer service is important.. their prices are reasonable.. I would never use anyone but them.. they do it All too..
Alexander S.
16:32 22 Nov 24
We could not be more pleased with the entire process and outcome of our experience with Albaugh & Sons. From the timely turnaround on coming out to give us an estimate, to the flexibility on adjusting our proposal, and to the quick and professional installation itself. I would highly recommend Albaugh & Sons to anyone in their area of serviceability.
Abby G.
14:50 04 Nov 24
So great to work with. Have had the pleasure of working with both sons who were knowledgeable and courteous. The entire process was easy from estimate to completion of my new deck. Both arrived on time, had my estimate for both deck and basement remodel in a couple of days. Danny, the project manager arrived on time and explained the plans, the work crew were amazing. Old deck demolished and beautiful new composite in its place in less than 2 days. Tiffany, the office manager is prompt in responding to all emails with courteous knowledgeable answers. They make you feel like you are their only customer. Look forward to working with them for my basement remodel. I 100% recommend this company.
James L.
13:49 10 Oct 24
We love our new fence. Thanks Emily and George for everything. Excellent communication, timeliness and excellent workmanship. We highly recommend Albaugh and Sons.
John K.
13:19 31 Aug 24
I had a beautiful deck built almost 2 years ago. I called yesterday about a few items that have come apart such as the pvc outside corners on the rim/ band board etc. The company was very responsive and ready and eager to help. Because of this, they have made a customer for life! Not only will you get an amazing product, but it appears you get a lifetime of amazing customer service!! 100 out of 5 stars!
Van Lavoy J.
17:06 01 Apr 24
We needed a fence as fast as possible for 5 rescue dogs that we took on. Albaugh and Sons was able to provide a great quote and a speedy installation. My wife and I love the new fence. It has literally improved our day to day lives by being able to let the dogs run free in the back. The materials were perfect and high quality. I would definitely recommend them to friends and family.
Bill D.
20:50 24 Mar 24
I hired Albaugh and Sons to tear out our old deck and replace it with a new composite deck/ screened porch. The front office was a pleasure to deal with and kept my wife and I informed on everything. The crew did an amazing job every step of the way. I was especially impressed with their finish work. The attention to detail was impressive! What I also liked Albaugh and Sons is they had a project manager (Danny) who would occasionally pop over and answer questions and would also keep me updated on progress. I would highly recommend hiring Albaugh and Sons for any of your fence/ deck / home improvement needs.
Joseph D.
15:39 04 Oct 23
We are very pleased with the work done by Albaugh and sons. We had them replace our side porch and they did excellent work and built it to our request. Also had them install a three tier rail fence around our property. It is excellent and looks great. We thank Danny and his deck crew and George and his fence crew for their excellent work. I recommend them for any projects you need done. Thank you very much!!
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