Storm Damage Fence Repair in Norman, OK
Ironclad Fence Norman repairs fences damaged by wind, hail and falling trees across Norman, OK and Cleveland County: blown-down and twisted sections, snapped and uprooted posts, cracked vinyl, bent chain link and dented ornamental steel. As a local Norman fence company, we photograph the damage and give you a written, itemized estimate you can send to your insurer, then rebuild the damaged run stronger than it was, on galvanized steel posts set in concrete. For everyday repairs, see our fence repair services.
Why us
Why Choose Us for Storm Damage Fence Repair in Norman, OK
Central Oklahoma’s spring storms knock down fences every year. We repair them so they hold up better next time, and make the insurance side easier.
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Documentation for Your Insurer
We photograph the damage and write an itemized estimate that lists materials and labor line by line, so your adjuster can see exactly what the repair involves.
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Rebuilt Stronger Than Before
Most fences blow down because the posts failed. We replace them with galvanized steel posts set deeper in concrete, so the next storm meets a stronger fence.
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We Check the Whole Fence
A storm loosens more than what fell. We check the posts and gates along the rest of the line and tell you what else is close to failing, without padding the estimate.
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Honest Repair-or-Replace Advice
If an old fence isn’t worth patching, we’ll say so, and quote both options so you can weigh them against your insurance payout.
Services
Storm Damage Fence Repair Services in Norman, OK
Wind, hail and falling trees break fences in different ways. Here’s what we repair after a storm, on any fence type.
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Blown-Down & Leaning Sections
We stand up or rebuild sections the wind pushed over, and replace the posts that let go so the run is straight and solid again.
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Snapped & Uprooted Posts
We break out the old footings, set new galvanized steel posts in concrete and reattach the rails and boards that are still sound.
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Fallen Trees & Limbs
Once a tree service has cleared the tree, we rebuild crushed sections and straighten or replace bent posts, rails and panels.
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Hail Damage
We replace split and dented boards, cracked vinyl panels and rails, and touch up chipped powder coat on ornamental steel before it rusts.
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Wood & Vinyl Fence Storm Repair
Matching boards or panels in the same height and style, new posts where they failed, and staining new wood to blend in.
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Chain Link & Iron Storm Repair
New top rail, re-stretched or spliced fabric and reset posts on chain link; straightened or replaced pickets and sections on ornamental steel.
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Storm-Damaged Gates
Gates that were slammed or twisted by the wind: reset hinge posts, squared frames, and new hinges and latches.
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Full Replacement When It’s Time
If the storm finished off a fence that was already failing, we tear out what’s left, haul it away and build new on the same line. More on fence replacement.
After the storm
What to Do After a Storm Damages Your Fence
A short checklist for the first day or two. It keeps your family safe and gives your insurer what it usually asks for.
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1. Stay safe
Keep clear of downed power lines and call your electric utility. Watch for nails, broken boards and hanging limbs.
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2. Secure pets and pools
Bring dogs inside or keep them on a leash, and keep children away from a pool whose fence is down.
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3. Photograph everything
Take wide shots and close-ups of the damage from several angles before anything is moved or cleaned up.
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4. Prevent more damage
Lay loose sections flat or tie them back so they can’t blow into the house or a car. Keep receipts for anything you buy.
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5. Call your agent
Ask whether your policy covers the fence, what your deductible is, and how they want repairs handled.
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6. Get an itemized estimate
Call us for a free on-site look and a written estimate you can send to your insurer.
This is general guidance, not insurance advice. Your policy and your agent have the final word on coverage.
Cost
What Affects the Cost of Storm Damage Repair?
We price storm repairs after we’ve seen the damage. Your written estimate lists each of these as its own line, which is also what insurers look for.
Get a free storm damage estimate- How many posts failed
- Each snapped or uprooted post means breaking out an old footing and setting a new one.
- How much fence is down
- One section is a short job; a long run flattened by wind takes more material and time.
- Material and matching
- Cedar, pine, vinyl and steel differ, and discontinued vinyl or iron parts may need a special order.
- Tree and debris
- Crushed sections under a fallen tree, and hauling away broken boards and old concrete.
- Gates
- Rebuilding twisted gate frames and resetting gate posts.
- Upgrades
- Switching failed wood posts to steel, or rebuilding a section to a sturdier style.
Timeline
How Long Does Storm Damage Repair Take?
The repair itself is usually quick. What changes the schedule is how busy the weeks after a big storm are, and whether parts have to be ordered.
- From your call to the on-site estimate, typically
- 1–3 days
- Most repairs of a few posts or sections
- 1 visit
- Concrete cure before a heavy gate is rehung
- 24–72 h
- Special-order vinyl, aluminum or iron parts
- 1–4 weeks
After a major spring wind or hail storm, calls for fence repair jump across Cleveland County, so call early. Tell us if a gap leaves a dog or a pool unsecured, and if your insurer needs the estimate by a certain date.
Process
Our 4-Step Storm Damage Repair Process
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1. Call or Send Photos
Tell us what happened and send photos if you have them. Let us know about pets, a pool or an insurance deadline.
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2. Inspection & Itemized Estimate
We photograph the damage, check the rest of the fence and write an itemized estimate for you and your insurer.
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3. Repair & Rebuild
We call OKIE811, clear what’s broken, set new posts in concrete and rebuild with matching material.
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4. Final Check & Cleanup
We walk the repair with you, make sure every gate swings and latches, and haul away the storm debris from the fence.
Questions
Storm Damage Fence Repair FAQ — Norman, OK
What should I do right after a storm knocks my fence down?
First, stay clear of any downed power lines and call your electric utility if a line is down. Bring pets inside and keep children away from a pool if the fence was its barrier. Then take photos of the damage from several angles before anything is moved, lay loose sections flat so they can't blow around, and call us for an estimate. Call your insurance agent if you plan to file a claim.
A neighbor's tree fell on my fence. Who pays?
In most cases your own homeowners policy covers damage to your fence, even when the tree was on your neighbor's property, as long as the tree fell because of a storm. If the tree was clearly dead or neglected beforehand, the neighbor's insurance may be responsible. Check with your agent, and have the tree removed by a tree service before we rebuild the fence.
Should I wait for the insurance adjuster before repairing my fence?
Take photos and make only the temporary fixes needed to keep pets in and prevent more damage, and keep the receipts. Most insurers want to see the damage, or clear photos of it, before permanent repairs. Ask your agent how they want to handle it. Our itemized estimate gives the adjuster a line-by-line view of the work.
How can I tell if my fence has hail damage?
On wood fences, look for fresh dents, splits and splintered spots, usually on the side facing the storm. Vinyl shows cracks, holes and chips, especially in cold weather. Ornamental steel can have chipped powder coat that will rust if it isn't touched up. Chain link usually comes through hail fine but can be bent by falling limbs.
Why did my fence blow over when my neighbor's didn't?
Usually the posts. Wood posts rot at the ground line and posts set too shallow lose their grip in wet clay, so a strong gust pushes the whole section over. Solid privacy fences also catch more wind than open styles. When we rebuild, we fix the cause with galvanized steel posts set deeper in concrete.
Should I repair or replace a storm-damaged fence?
If the damage is limited to a few sections and the rest of the fence is sound, a repair is usually the better value. If the fence was already near the end of its life, replacement often makes more sense. Insurance may pay the depreciated value of an older fence rather than the full cost of a new one, depending on your policy, so ask your agent. We'll quote both options.
Can you match the rest of my fence?
We match board size, height, style and hardware as closely as we can. New wood is lighter than weathered boards at first and blends in as it ages, or right away with stain. For vinyl and ornamental fences we look for the same profile and color, and if it's discontinued we'll show you the closest match.
Free estimate
Get a Free Storm Damage Estimate
Describe the damage, roughly how much fence is affected and whether you’re filing an insurance claim. We’ll call to set a time to look at it, then send a written, itemized estimate.