FENCE REPAIR COLUMBUS OHIO

The cost of repairing a fence will depend on the following:

• type and materials needed,

• coverage provided by your homeowner’s insurance,

• do you share responsibility for this fence,

• and labor.

The average cost to repair a fence is $575. That cost can range from $40 for a small DIY repair to $2,000 or more for a professional contractor to repair a large section of wood, vinyl or steel fence.

As a general rule, if your fence needs more than 25% of the panels or pickets replaced then you should consider a full replacement.

Also, consider that replacing fence posts will involve more labor expense. If you need multiple posts repaired or replaced then you may need to replace your fence.

Normally, the homeowner who owns the fence is responsible for repair and maintenance. However, if your neighbors damage your fence then it’s their responsibility to pay for the damages.

Also, Ohio has a line fence law which establishes the responsibility for fences that are placed on the boundary line between properties in unincorporated areas.

The law prior to 2008 required an adjoining landowner to share equally in the cost of building and maintaining a fence even if they did not need or want a fence. The new law places responsibility for a “new” construction line fences solely on the landowner who wants the fence. A “new” line fence only includes new construction where a line fence has never existed.

Yes, homeowners insurance may cover damage to fences blown down by wind. Just be sure your your homeowners policy does not exclude wind coverage. The fence must have been well maintained well before incurring the wind damage..

If the damage resulted from a covered cause of loss your homeowners insurance probably covers damage to your fence.

Covered losses may include:

• storms,

• fire, and

• vandalism.

However, if the damage will likely not be covered if caused by poor maintenance or natural wear and tear.

The average cost to repair a wooden fence is approximately $550. The range of costs for wood fence repair can vary greatly. The cost can be as little as $200 to as much as $1500.