Brentwood & East Contra CostaBrentwood · Oakley · Antioch · Discovery Bay
Fence Repair in Brentwood, CA
Fence blew down, leaning, or rotting at the posts? Call or send a 30-second request and a local fence contractor will get you a free estimate.
- Storm & wind damage
- Leaning or fallen sections
- Rotted or broken posts
- Gates that won't close
- Broken boards & rails
- Section or full replacement
Free estimates · No obligation
Fence repair services
What's wrong with your fence?
Pick the closest match to see what's usually causing it and how it gets fixed.
- Fence blew downA section went over in the wind or a storm and the yard is open.
- Posts are rottingPosts wobble or feel soft at the ground. The fence is failing from the bottom up.
- Fence is leaningOne section or a whole side is tipping into your yard or the neighbor's.
- Gate won't closeIt drags, sags, or won't latch, and it's getting worse.
- Boards broken or missingCracked pickets, sagging rails, rot along the bottom edge.
- Sections need replacingPatching isn't working anymore. Replace a section or the whole run.
Fence down right now? Dog getting out or pool open? Emergency fence repair
Call NowStorm & wind damage
When the wind takes your fence down
Winter storms here arrive with gusts, and a 6-foot solid fence catches wind like a sail. When one goes over, it's almost always because the posts had been rotting for years. That makes storm damage a post problem, and usually a repair rather than a new fence.
- Fence damaged by windBoards peeled off or a whole run pushed over. Wind almost always finds the weakest posts first.
- Fence fell during a stormSecure pets and any pool, take photos, and brace what's left. Here's the full checklist.
- Emergency repair after heavy rainSaturated ground lets weak footings move. If the yard is open, it can't wait.
- Rotten or weakened postsPosts rot at the ground line, out of sight. Check them before the next storm does.
- Repair or replace after storm damage?If the posts next to the break are solid, repair. If they're soft too, it may be time to replace.
Before you replace anything
Most broken fences can be repaired
A fence is only as strong as its posts. When a fence leans, sags, or blows over, the boards are usually fine. The posts have rotted at the ground line, or their footings have shifted in East County's clay soil. Replace the failed posts, rehang the panels, and the fence often has years left in it.
Replacement makes sense when most of the posts are soft or you're paying for a repair every winter. How to decide between repair and replacement.
Check your fence in 2 minutes
- 1Push each post at waist height. More than slight movement is a warning sign.
- 2Press a screwdriver into each post at the soil line. If it sinks in, that post is rotting.
- 3Sight down the top of the fence. Dips and leans line up with the bad posts.
- 4Look for sprinklers hitting the fence and soil piled against the boards.
- 5Swing every gate. Dragging or not latching usually means a leaning hinge post.
Found soft posts? Fence post repair · Leaning fence repair · Gate repair
The five parts of a fence, and which one usually fails
- 1Posts. Rot starts at the ground line, where wood stays damp but still gets air. This is where most fence failures begin.
- 2Concrete footing. The top should slope away from the post so rain runs off instead of pooling against the wood.
- 3Rails. The 2x4s that carry every board. A cracked or rotted rail makes a whole section sag.
- 4Boards. Usually the last part to fail, and the easiest to replace one at a time.
- 5Kickboard. A replaceable board along the bottom that takes the soil and sprinkler moisture so the fence boards don't.
How it works
From broken fence to fixed fence
No accounts, no obligation.
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Call or send a request
Tell us what happened and where you are. Photos help a lot, so attach them to the form or have them ready when you call.
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Get connected with a local fence pro
Your request goes to an independent fence contractor who works in your city, not a call center across the country.
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Get your free estimate
The contractor looks at the damage, checks the posts, and tells you your options: repair, partial replacement, or full replacement.
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Get it fixed
You schedule the work directly with the contractor. You're never obligated to hire anyone.
Why call here
Straightforward help with a broken fence
Repair first
Most calls are for repairs, not new fences. The goal is fixing what's broken, not selling you a whole new fence you don't need.
East County focused
This site covers Brentwood, Oakley, Antioch, Discovery Bay, and nearby cities. Your request goes to someone who actually works here.
A local contractor, not a call center
Your request goes to an independent fence contractor who works in East Contra Costa, not a national booking service.
Photos speed things up
Attach photos to your request and you'll get a better sense of what the job involves before anyone comes out.
Check any contractor, including one you find here
- Ask for the contractor's CSLB license number and look it up at cslb.ca.gov.
- Get the estimate in writing before any work starts.
- Don't pay large sums up front.
- If posts are being replaced, underground lines get marked for free by calling 811 first.
This site is a free referral service, not a contractor. Your request goes to an independent local fence contractor, who gives the estimate and does the work. How this works
Service areas
Serving Brentwood and East Contra Costa
Brentwood is the primary service area. Oakley, Antioch, and Discovery Bay each have their own page covering the fence problems common there.
Fence repair in Brentwood, CA 94513
Subdivision-era fences are aging out
Most of Brentwood was built from the 1990s through the 2000s, and the fences went in with the houses. Many are now past 15–20 years, which is when posts start failing one after another.
Shared fences and HOA rules
In most subdivisions every backyard fence is shared with a neighbor, and many neighborhoods have HOA guidelines on height, style, and stain. A single written estimate makes both conversations easier.
Clay soil, sprinklers, and wind
Clay that swells and shrinks, sprinklers soaking the bottom of the boards, and steady afternoon wind all work on the same weak point: the posts at ground level.
Summerset and Trilogy at the Vineyards are 55+ communities with their own fence guidelines, and Apple Hill Estates is gated. Check HOA rules before replacing a fence in any of them.
- Shadow Lakes
- Deer Ridge
- Brentwood Hills
- Garin Ranch
- Apple Hill Estates
- Rose Garden
- Summerset
- Trilogy at the Vineyards
- and the rest of Brentwood
Also Byron, Knightsen, and Bethel Island. Choose "Other nearby" on the form or just call.
Fence guides
Straight answers before you call
How Much Does Fence Repair Cost in Brentwood?
Typical price ranges for posts, boards, gates, and storm damage, and what actually drives the cost of a fence repair in East County.
7 min readShould You Repair or Replace a Damaged Fence?
Five questions that settle whether your fence is worth fixing, including after storm damage.
6 min readWhat to Do When Your Fence Blows Down
A step-by-step checklist for the first hour, the first day, and getting the fence back up.
6 min readHow Long Do Wood Fence Posts Last?
Why posts are almost always the first part of a wood fence to fail, and how to check yours before they do.
6 min readWhy Is My Fence Leaning?
What a leaning fence is usually telling you, and how to figure out whether it can be straightened or needs new posts.
6 min readWho Is Responsible for a Shared Fence in California?
What California law actually says about splitting the cost of a boundary fence with your neighbor, in plain English.
7 min readFence Repair After Bay Area Windstorms
Why winter storms are hardest on fences, what a typical after-storm repair involves, and how to be ready before the next one.
6 min readHow Much Does Fence Post Replacement Cost?
Typical per-post pricing for fence post replacement, and the main things that push the bill up or down.
6 min readWood Fence Maintenance in Northern California
A simple seasonal checklist that helps a wood fence make it to 20 years instead of 12.
5 min readSigns Your Fence Needs to Be Replaced
Ten signs that point to replacement rather than another repair, and what to check for each one.
6 min read
Fence repair questions
Can my fence be repaired, or does it need to be replaced?
Most fences with isolated damage (a few boards, a gate, one or two posts, a single fallen section) can be repaired. Replacement makes sense when most posts are rotting or repairs would cost more than about half of a new fence. See repair or replace.
How much does fence repair cost?
It depends mostly on how many posts are involved. National guides put typical repairs in the few-hundred-dollar range, with fallen sections and multiple posts costing more. Our fence repair cost guide has ranges, and the estimate is free.
Which cities do you serve?
Brentwood is the primary service area, plus Oakley, Antioch, and Discovery Bay and nearby communities such as Byron, Knightsen, and Bethel Island. See all service areas.
My fence blew down. What should I do right now?
Stay away from any power lines, secure pets and any pool, take photos, and brace or close the gap temporarily. Then call. Here's a full checklist for when your fence blows down.
Who pays for a fence shared with my neighbor?
California presumes adjoining owners share the reasonable cost of a boundary fence (Civil Code §841), with 30 days' written notice before work. Most neighbors split a written estimate. This isn't legal advice; for disputes, consult an attorney.
Does my HOA need to approve a fence repair?
Like-for-like repairs, such as replacing a few matching boards, often don't need approval. Full replacements, height or style changes, and new stain colors usually do. Many Brentwood neighborhoods, including the 55+ communities, have written fence guidelines, so check them before replacing a fence.
Are you a fence contractor?
No. This site is a free referral service. When you call or submit a request, it goes to an independent local fence contractor who serves your area. The contractor provides the estimate and does the work, and you're never obligated to hire them. Ask for their license number and verify it at cslb.ca.gov.
Talk to a local fence pro
Fence down, leaning, or falling apart?
Call now or send a 30-second request. You'll be connected with a local fence contractor for a free estimate.