Fence Repair.
Plainsboro Township, NJ.

The most common fence repairs we handle in Central New Jersey are: rotted or leaning fence posts, damaged or missing fence boards/panels, broken or sagging gates, and corroded or missing hardware. Winter freeze-thaw cycles and NJ's clay-heavy soil cause a lot of post-heaving and structural movement that leads to these issues.

Signs a fence post needs replacement: it leans noticeably and won't stay upright when pushed straight, the base is rotted or crumbling, or it has broken at the soil line (a common failure point). Posts that are just slightly out of plumb can sometimes be re-set and secured with concrete without full replacement.

Yes — sagging or misaligned gates are one of our most common fence calls. Gates sag when their hinges wear, when the post leans, or when the gate frame twists over time. We diagnose the cause first, then either re-hang the gate on existing hardware, replace worn hinges, or install a diagonal brace to prevent future sagging.

Repairing an existing fence (replacing boards, fixing a gate, resetting posts) generally does not require a permit in New Jersey. Installing a new fence or significantly changing its height or location typically does. Requirements vary by municipality, so if you're adding a new fence section, check with your local building department or ask us — we're familiar with permit requirements across Central NJ towns.