Frequently fence maintenance is not on the top of the list when winter is encroaching.
Cold months don’t often involve yard work other than minor upkeep of leaves, fallen branches, and maybe pruning. Frequently fence maintenance is not on the top of the list when winter is encroaching. You should maintain your fence all year round from several standpoints, no matter the material.
Moisture Fluctuations
The weather this time of year is not steady. The fluctuations in temperature of more than 10 degrees allow the moisture to wreak havoc on fences. Moisture is one of the most significant contributors to fence deterioration and is unavoidable. Moisture gets into grooves and imperfections in the fence, expands when frozen, causing damage to the fence.
Shifting Soil
In the winter months, the ground stays damper than other times of the year. Moisture leads to the shifting of soil largely under fences. The alternating of soil under fences and fence structures can leave them susceptible to the elements such as wind or snow. Being on unstable ground- which is a problem in itself- can cause them to fall over and ruin a large area of the fence.
Rust and Corrosion
Iron fences aren’t safe from the effects of winter weather. Fences made from iron have a coating that protects them from the elements. Over time the layer is worn away by friction caused by moisture. Once this deterioration starts, it can lead to major rust concerns that are structurally compromising and cosmetic eyesores.
Wood Warping
Because the temperature in this region of the world is not consistently above or below freezing, the moisture content is not the same throughout the season. Because of this, the moisture frequently shifts from liquid to solid states, causing warping in the fence.
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