Sagging Gate? Here’s the Solution!
A drooping gate on your property is unavoidable with time. Gates take the brunt of the elements and start to droop as a result of being battered by wind, rain, snow, and the sun every day. But do you feel that your yard looks drab and unappealing with a drooping gate? A sagging gate might bring you a feeling of insecurity due to the fact that it won’t close securely, posing a risk to kids and animals. The good news is that drooping wood gates may be quickly and affordably repaired. Here are some gate solutions that will help you improve both their looks and their security.
Gate Hinges
The screws holding the hinges to the posts start to loosen after several cycles of opening and closing or they may occasionally rust or bend over time. You can add longer screws that better grasp into the board or tighten the existing screws. Gate hinges are sturdy yet occasionally brittle, especially when heavily loaded. The solution to this issue is to replace the hinges. The hinges will first need to be tightened up or replaced. If that still doesn’t work, you may connect an anti-sag kit, which will definitely correct the sag.
Shape the Gate
To fit in its gate opening, the gate must form a nearly perfect square or rectangle. This square or rectangle will swell into a parallelogram after enough openings and closings. Screw tightening does help, but frequently it is insufficient. You only need a cheap anti-sag gate kit to convert the parallelogram back into a regular square or rectangle. Two corners bracing, four cable clamps, a metal turnbuckle, a stranded steel cable, and fasteners are all included in anti-sag kits. Gates up to 6 feet high and 4 feet wide may be opened with these kits.
Fixing a sagging gate is best done while it’s dry outside. It is more challenging to determine the proper size and shape of the gate since wet wood swells. For efficient gate solutions, contact DFC Fencing at (626) 249-3277. We are happy to offer our services to clients throughout Monterey Park, CA!
