How Do Contractors Prevent Wood Fence Posts from Rotting?
The most vulnerable part of all wood fence posts is the ground line, where the post meets moist soil and ground moisture. This area is constantly exposed to moisture buildup, oxygen, and bacteria, which leads to fungal growth and eventual wood rot. When wood absorbs water at the ground level, the wood fibers begin breaking down. This is where fence post rot typically starts, and once rot begins, it spreads quickly through the entire post.
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