Storm & hurricane damage
Gulf storms push hard on privacy fences and drop limbs across the yard. The crew replaces blown-out sections, broken posts and torn pickets and brings the line back to plumb.
Storm · Fallen tree · Rot · Leaning · Animal damage
Fence Repair in Covington, LA
Northbound Fences repairs storm-damaged, rotted, leaning and animal-damaged fences across Covington and the Northshore. The crew replaces failed posts, rails and pickets to match your fence, and accepts insurance claims with the documentation your adjuster needs.
Last updated: September 2026
Northbound Fences is a licensed and insured fence contractor based in Covington, Louisiana. Founded by Eric Bankston in 2005, it serves St. Tammany, Tangipahoa and Washington Parishes.
What does fence repair from Northbound Fences cover?
Short answer
Northbound Fences repairs fences damaged by storms and hurricanes, fallen trees, wood rot, shifting ground and animals. That includes clearing debris, replacing posts, rails and pickets with pressure-treated lumber, resetting leaning lines and re-hanging gates. Estimates are free, and insurance claims are accepted.
On the Northshore, fences rarely fail from old age alone. A tall pine or live oak comes down in a summer storm. Months of wet ground loosen a row of posts. Termites and decay work on the bottom of a post where nobody looks. A dog finds the soft spot under the bottom rail. Each of those needs a different fix, and patching the visible damage without finding the cause usually means another call next season.
That is why Northbound Fences inspects the full fence line before quoting a repair. The same crew that builds new fences does the repair work, so replacement sections are built the way a new fence would be, not nailed back up to get through the week.
If the gate is the problem rather than the fence, gate repair covers sagging gates, broken hinges and failed latches. And if the fence is past saving, fence installation explains what a full replacement involves.
Damage we fix
What kinds of fence damage does Northbound Fences repair?
Northbound Fences handles the five problems that take down most fences in St. Tammany Parish, on wood, vinyl, chain link and aluminum fences.
Fallen trees
Pines and oaks are part of living on the Northshore, and so is the occasional tree through the fence. Northbound removes the debris from the fence line, replaces the sections it crushed and documents the damage for insurance.
Wood rot & decay
Humidity, standing water and termites attack wood from the ground up. Rotted posts, rails and pickets are replaced with pressure-treated lumber made to resist moisture and insects.
Leaning & shifting fences
When soft ground or failed posts let a fence lean, the crew resets or replaces the posts, re-levels the line and adds reinforcement where the wind load is highest.
Animal damage
Dogs digging out, deer pushing through and livestock leaning on rails. Fixes include buried wire mesh, kickboards and stronger bottom rails so the same spot does not fail again.
Repair or replace
When is repairing a fence smarter than replacing it?
Northbound Fences recommends repair when the damage is contained and the posts are sound, and replacement when the posts are failing along the line. These four checks tell you which side you are on.
- Damage is in a few sections
A tree or storm took out one run while the rest of the fence stands straight. That is a classic repair: new posts and sections where the damage is, matched to the rest.
- Posts are solid at the ground line
Push on the posts near the damage and farther down the line. Solid posts mean the fence has life left. Soft or wobbling posts in many places point toward replacement.
- How old is the fence?
A newer fence is almost always worth repairing. An older wood fence with widespread rot may cost more to keep patching than to rebuild. See how long a wood fence lasts in Louisiana.
- Is hurricane season coming?
Weak posts that survive a mild spring can fail in the first tropical storm. The hurricane season fence prep guide covers what to fix before the season starts.
Does Northbound Fences help with fence insurance claims?
Yes. Northbound Fences accepts insurance claims, along with cash and checks, and puts together a detailed estimate and documentation of the damage for your adjuster. Your insurance company decides what your policy covers, so call them early.
To make the claim go smoothly after a storm or fallen tree:
- Photograph the fence, the tree and the yard before anything is moved.
- Keep your policy number and the date of the storm handy.
- Ask for the Northbound estimate in writing so your adjuster can see each repair item.
The repair process
How does a fence repair with Northbound Fences work?
Northbound Fences follows the same four steps on every repair, from a single broken post to a storm-flattened backyard.
Inspect the whole line
The crew walks the full fence, not just the broken section, checking every post for rot, lean and movement.
Written estimate and documents
You get a written price and, for storm or tree damage, documentation and photos you can give your insurance adjuster.
Clear, reset and replace
Debris is removed from the fence line, failed posts are dug out and replaced, and damaged rails and pickets are replaced with pressure-treated lumber.
Re-level and reinforce
The line is straightened, gates are re-hung if needed, weak spots are reinforced and the work area is cleaned up.
Common problems
What does repairable fence damage look like?
Northbound Fences sees these situations after most Northshore storm seasons. Photos are illustrative.
FAQ
What do people ask about fence repair in Covington?
Describe the damage on a call to (985) 630-4452 and the crew will tell you what to expect.
Should I repair or replace my damaged fence?
Repair usually makes sense when the damage is limited to a few sections and the rest of the posts are solid. Replacement starts to make more sense when rot or leaning shows up along much of the line, or when the fence is near the end of its life anyway. Northbound Fences inspects the whole line during the free estimate and tells you which way it would go. The guide to how long a wood fence lasts in Louisiana helps you judge where yours stands.
Does Northbound Fences work with homeowners insurance?
Yes. Northbound Fences accepts insurance claims along with cash and checks, and provides a detailed estimate and documentation of the damage that you can give to your insurance adjuster. Coverage decisions are made by your insurance company, so check your policy.
Can you match my existing fence?
In most cases, yes. The crew replaces damaged posts, rails and pickets to match the style of the existing fence. New pressure-treated wood will look lighter than weathered boards at first and tones down over time.
What should I do after a tree falls on my fence?
Stay clear of any downed power lines and call the utility first. Then take photos of the fence and the tree before anything is moved, and call your insurance company. Northbound Fences can remove the debris from the fence line, replace the damaged sections and document the damage for your claim.
Why is my fence leaning?
A leaning fence almost always means a post problem: rot at the ground line, a post that was set too shallow for the soil, or ground that softened and shifted after heavy rain. Wind pressure on a solid privacy fence makes it worse. The fix is resetting or replacing the posts, then re-leveling and reinforcing the line.
How can I keep my dog from digging under the fence?
Northbound Fences can add buried wire mesh along the base of the fence, install kickboards along the bottom, and strengthen the bottom rail. The same fixes help keep deer and livestock from pushing through.
More from Northbound
Other Services You May Need
Gate Repair
Sagging gates, broken hinges, failed latches and leaning posts.
- Re-hung so it latches again
- Anti-sag kits and new posts
- Wood, vinyl, aluminum, chain link
Fence Installation
New wood, vinyl, chain link, aluminum and picket fences built to your lot.
- Privacy, picket and shadow box
- Most homes finished in 1–3 days
- Permits pulled when required
Gate Installation
Driveway, walk-through, pool and farm gates hung to swing true.
- Swing, sliding and cantilever
- Matched to your fence material
- Heavy-duty hinges and latches
Free estimates
Get your fence standing straight again
Tell Northbound Fences where the fence or gate goes and what it needs to hold in. The crew measures on site and gives you a written quote with no pressure and no obligation.
or call (985) 630-4452