Repair or Replace

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Repair or Replace The storms that have been pummeling our area this Winter have also wreaked havoc on people's personal property. The combination of wind and snow has damaged many area fences. This brings up the question of whether a damaged fence should be repaired or replaced. There are a few things to consider, such as the condition and age of materials, and aesthetics. If it's an older fence made of wood or PVC, is the material severely weathered (cracked, split, faded?) Will it hold fasteners securely? If it's only necessary to replace part of the damage, how will any new material look with the existing pieces that remain? If you're still not sure if your fence needs some repair or a complete replacement, consider the cost of each. Is it beneficial and cost effective to fix the damage? Or is money, time, and labor better allocated in building new? Still unsure? A simple rule: If it's still standing, it's usually repairable. If it's on the ground, start new. Pictured: Before and after of a white, privacy PVC fence repair by Tahoe in Stagecoach (Lyon County.)Repair or Replace

The storms that have been pummeling our area this Winter have also wreaked havoc on people’s personal property. The combination of wind and snow has damaged many area fences.

This brings up the question of whether a damaged fence should be repaired or replaced. There are a few things to consider, such as the condition and age of materials, and aesthetics. If it’s an older fence made of wood or PVC, is the material severely weathered (cracked, split, faded?) Will it hold fasteners securely? If it’s only necessary to replace part of the damage, how will any new material look with the existing pieces that remain?

If you’re still not sure if your fence needs some repair or a complete replacement, consider the cost of each. Is it beneficial and cost effective to fix the damage? Or is money, time, and labor better allocated in building new?

Still unsure? A simple rule: If it’s still standing, it’s usually repairable. If it’s on the ground, start new.

Pictured: Before and after of a white, privacy PVC fence repair by Tahoe in Stagecoach (Lyon County.)