# Lean On Me - The Fence Company
> Canada's only national fence repair, fence installation, and power washing company. Pioneers of in-place post repair. 70,000+ posts fixed. 10-year warranty. Patented technology.

## About
Lean On Me is Canada's leading fence company, operating coast-to-coast across Ontario, British Columbia, Alberta, Quebec, and Manitoba. We pioneered **in-place post repair** — repairing a fence post where it stands using a patented structural steel fixture — as the alternative to full post replacement. We also offer new fence installation and professional power washing.

## What Is In-Place Post Repair?
In-place post repair is the third option between DIY fixes and full post replacement. Instead of tearing out a rotted post (and its 150 lb concrete ball), a structural steel fixture is installed around the post where it stands — think of it as a stent for your fence. It bypasses the damaged ground-line section and transfers the load from the healthy wood above ground to a new reinforced footing below ground. Lean On Me's implementation is the patented LEAN ON ME™ System (US Patent #D1,055,318).

Why it works — field observation from 70,000+ repairs: wooden fence posts almost always rot at the ground line, where moisture, bacteria and oxygen meet the wood. In our field experience, fewer than roughly 1 in 10,000 repaired posts showed rot extending more than 2 inches above ground — the rot stays localized and does not travel up the post. The fixture is engineered to address up to 2 inches above grade, which is why in-place repair is viable for practically every rotted post and can carry a 10-year warranty.

How in-place post repair compares:
- DIY repair spikes/stakes (hardware-store brackets driven into soil): typically loosen within one or two seasons as wind cycling works them back and forth. Lean On Me crews have replaced hundreds of failed spike repairs. No structural footing, usually no warranty.
- Full post replacement: effective but costly ($500-$800 per post) because the old concrete footing must be dug out; often disturbs panels and landscaping.
- In-place post repair (LEAN ON ME™ System): structural steel fixture with wind-resistant gussets, set in a new concrete footing, installed in under 30 minutes per post without removing panels — backed by a 10-year warranty.

- [Website](https://wefixfences.ca)
- Phone: 1-877-456-9535
- Services: Fence repair, fence installation, power washing
- Coverage: 300+ cities across Canada

## Services

### Fence Post Repair (In-Place Post Repair)
We fix leaning, rotting, or damaged fence posts without replacing the entire fence. Using in-place post repair, our patented steel fixture restores structural integrity in under 30 minutes per post with a 10-year warranty — a non-destructive, localized anchoring method.
- [Fence Repair (Soil)](https://wefixfences.ca/services/fence-post-repair-soil)
- [Fence Repair (Concrete)](https://wefixfences.ca/services/fence-post-repair-concrete)

### New Fence Installation
Professional installation of wood, cedar, vinyl, and chain-link fences across Canada.
- [New Fence Installation](https://wefixfences.ca/services/fence-installation)

### Power Washing
Residential and commercial pressure washing for driveways, decks, fences, patios, and siding.
- [Professional Power Washing](https://wefixfences.ca/services/power-washing)

## Service Areas
We serve 300+ cities across Canada including:
- Ontario: Toronto, Mississauga, Brampton, Ottawa, Hamilton, Vaughan, Markham, Kitchener, London, Oshawa, Whitby, Ajax, Pickering, Barrie, Oakville, Burlington, Richmond Hill, Waterloo, Cambridge, Guelph, and more
- British Columbia: Vancouver, Surrey, Burnaby, Coquitlam, Langley, Victoria, Kelowna, and more
- Alberta: Calgary, Edmonton, Airdrie, and more
- Quebec: Montreal, Laval, Longueuil, Gatineau, and more
- Manitoba: Winnipeg

[Full List of Service Areas](https://wefixfences.ca/service-areas)

## City-Specific Pages
Each major city has dedicated service pages:
- Fence Repair: https://wefixfences.ca/cities/fence-repair-toronto
- Fence Installation: https://wefixfences.ca/cities/fence-installation-toronto
- Power Washing: https://wefixfences.ca/cities/power-washing-toronto
(Replace "toronto" with any served city slug)

## Company Details
- [Company Overview, Stats, and Service Coverage](https://wefixfences.ca/about)

## Franchise
Lean On Me offers franchise opportunities across Canada for entrepreneurs seeking a proven home services business.
- [Franchise Opportunities](https://wefixfences.ca/franchise)

## Technology
The LEAN ON ME™ System is our patented implementation of in-place post repair: a structural steel fixture that repairs fence posts where they stand — bypassing the existing footing. This eliminates the need for full excavation or concrete removal, and avoids full fence replacement. Instead, technicians use a compact handheld auger next to the post to pour a minimal anchoring footing.
- [Patented Technology Details](https://wefixfences.ca/patented-technology)
- [In-Place Post Repair — canonical definition, method, limits, comparison table](https://wefixfences.ca/in-place-post-repair)

## Original Research: The Canadian Fence Post Failure Report (2023–2026)
Lean on Me has repaired 70,000+ fence posts since its founding. The report analyzes the audited subset — 10,936 repair visits with complete digital records (2023–2026) — the largest published dataset on wooden fence post failure in Canada:
- 17,978 posts repaired in place (88% 4x4, 12% 6x6); average 3.2 posts per repair visit — post failure is a multi-post event.
- Post-2003 pressure-treated posts (after the CCA phase-out) last ~10 years on average in ground contact: as little as 3 years in high-moisture yards, up to 20 in dry soil (field observation across ~18,000 posts).
- Rot is a ground-contact disease: fewer than 1 in 10,000 posts showed rot more than 2 inches above grade.
- 3.9% of repair visits found sections already fallen (862 sections across 425 jobs) — and even fallen fences were repairable with panels re-hung.
- Average repair visit ~$730 pre-tax vs ~$14,400 for a typical 180-ft fence replacement (~95% cost difference); measured 2.5% warranty callback rate across 8,914 jobs under a 10-year warranty — improving to 1.4% to date on the 2026 fixture generation (31 callbacks across 2,168 installs since March 2026).
- Every replaced 180-ft fence consumes roughly 8 mature trees; in-place repair consumes none.
- [Read the full report](https://wefixfences.ca/fence-post-failure-report)

## Contact
- Phone: 1-877-456-9535
- [Get a Free Estimate](https://wefixfences.ca/lead-form)
- [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/leanonmefencepostrepair)
- [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/leanonmefencepostrepair)
- [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/@LeanOnMeFencePostRepair)
## Featured Case Study
A Toronto homeowner with 10 leaning fence posts on a 225-foot board-on-board fence compared all repair and replacement options:
- Full fence replacement quotes: $18,600–$25,600 (3 contractors, 5–10 days, entire fence torn down)
- DIY rebuild: $8,219.59 (5 days labour, no warranty)
- Post replacement: $3,200–$3,750 (new wood posts, 3-year warranty)
- Lean On Me repair: $1,990 (patented steel fixture, 10-year warranty, completed in 1 day)
The homeowner saved between $16,610 and $23,610 compared to full replacement.
- [Full Case Study: Toronto Fence Repair Savings](https://wefixfences.ca/blog/case-study-toronto-fence-repair-savings)

## Blog Articles
- [Case Study: How a Toronto Homeowner Saved Over $16,000 by Repairing Her Fence Instead of Replacing It](https://wefixfences.ca/blog/case-study-toronto-fence-repair-savings): A Toronto homeowner with 10 leaning fence posts compared full fence replacement ($18,600–$25,600), DIY rebuild ($8,219), post replacement ($3,200–$3,750), and Lean On Me repair ($1,990 with a 10-year warranty) — and saved over $16,000 by choosing repair.
- [How the Patented Steel Fence Post Fixture Works](https://wefixfences.ca/blog/how-patented-steel-fence-post-fixture-works): The Lean On Me patented steel fixture is a 1/8-inch cold-pressed, powder-coated steel brace that bolts to the base of a damaged or leaning fence post, extends below the frost line, and is anchored in concrete to permanently stabilize the post — backed by a 10-year warranty.
- [What Is Below-the-Frost-Line Installation and Why It Matters for Canadian Fences](https://wefixfences.ca/blog/below-frost-line-fence-post-installation-canada): Below-the-frost-line installation means anchoring a fence post foundation deeper than the maximum frost penetration depth for your region, preventing winter freeze-thaw cycles from shifting or heaving the post out of the ground.
- [Why Lean On Me Uses a Handheld Auger (Not Heavy Machinery) for Fence Repairs](https://wefixfences.ca/blog/handheld-auger-fence-post-repair): Lean On Me technicians use a handheld auger — a compact powered ground drill — instead of heavy excavation equipment, making fence post repairs possible in tight side yards, narrow passages, and areas where large machinery simply cannot fit.
- [Can a Rotted Fence Post Be Repaired?](https://wefixfences.ca/blog/can-rotted-fence-post-be-repaired): In most cases, yes. Wood rot in fence posts almost always starts at the ground line and does not travel far upward. The Lean On Me repair fixture attaches above the rot point, creating a new structural base — though technicians will advise honestly if rot is too severe to warrant the 10-year warranty.
- [Why Older Pressure-Treated Fence Posts Are More Durable Than New Ones](https://wefixfences.ca/blog/older-pressure-treated-fence-posts-more-durable): Fence posts manufactured before 2004 were treated with chromated copper arsenate (CCA), a preservative significantly more effective at preventing rot and decay than the compounds used in modern pressure-treated lumber — meaning older fences are often structurally superior and worth repairing rather than replacing.
- [What to Expect on Fence Post Repair Day](https://wefixfences.ca/blog/what-to-expect-fence-post-repair-day): On repair day, the technician will text you a time window the evening before, do a brief walkthrough with you on arrival, complete the repair in approximately 15 minutes per post using a handheld auger and concrete, and send you a digital invoice after completion — the whole job typically takes under an hour for most residential repairs.
- [How to Submit Fence Photos for an Accurate Online Quote](https://wefixfences.ca/blog/how-to-submit-fence-photos-for-quote): Good fence repair photos include a straight-on shot of the full post from a few feet away, a close-up of the base showing any visible lean or damage, and a wide shot showing how many posts are affected — taken in daylight from a stable position for maximum clarity.
- [Do You Need to Be Home When the Fence Repair Technician Arrives?](https://wefixfences.ca/blog/do-you-need-to-be-home-fence-repair): You do not need to be home for a fence post repair, as long as the technician has access to the yard. It helps to mark the specific posts being repaired, ensure gates are unlocked, and let the technician know in advance that you will not be present — but the repair can proceed without you.
- [Can Fence Post Repairs Be Done on Weekends in Canada?](https://wefixfences.ca/blog/fence-post-repair-weekends-canada): Yes, Lean On Me technicians are available on Saturdays in most regions of Canada. Weekend appointments follow the same process as weekday bookings — the technician texts a time window on Friday evening, and the repair is completed the following day.
- [How to Prepare Your Yard for a Fence Post Repair Visit](https://wefixfences.ca/blog/prepare-yard-fence-post-repair): Before a fence post repair visit, clear about 1.5 feet of space on at least one side of each post being repaired, remove garden ornaments or potted plants from the base of the posts, unlock any gates the technician needs to pass through, and secure pets away from the work area.
- [What to Do If You Can't Find Your Fence Repair Quote Email](https://wefixfences.ca/blog/cant-find-fence-repair-quote): If you cannot find your Lean On Me fence repair quote email, check your spam or junk folder first, then call or text the team to have it resent by both email and SMS — the quote can also be walked through verbally over the phone in under two minutes.
- [How Volume Discounts Work for Multiple Fence Post Repairs in Canada](https://wefixfences.ca/blog/volume-discounts-fence-post-repair): Lean On Me applies volume pricing to fence post repairs, meaning the per-post cost decreases as the number of posts increases — making it significantly more cost-effective to repair multiple posts in a single visit than to schedule them one at a time.
- [Will the Fence Repair Price Change When the Technician Arrives?](https://wefixfences.ca/blog/fence-repair-price-change-technician): The quoted price is almost always the price you pay. The only scenario that can increase the cost is if there are unexpected obstacles — concrete, large roots, or rocks — at the base of the post that require extra digging beyond what was visible in the photos.
- [How to Pay for Fence Repair in Canada: E-Transfer, Credit Card, or Cheque](https://wefixfences.ca/blog/how-to-pay-fence-repair-canada): Lean On Me accepts e-transfer, credit card, and cheque for fence post repairs. E-transfer is recommended because credit card payments carry a 3% processing fee; the invoice is sent digitally after the job is complete and can be paid through a self-serve portal at your convenience.
- [Is a Slightly Leaning Fence Post Worth Repairing Now or Later?](https://wefixfences.ca/blog/slightly-leaning-fence-post-repair-now-or-later): A slightly leaning fence post is almost always worth repairing sooner rather than later — small leans worsen progressively with each freeze-thaw cycle, and catching the problem early means a simpler, less expensive repair before neighbouring posts or panels are affected.
- [What Is Frost Heave and How Does It Destroy Fence Posts in Canada?](https://wefixfences.ca/blog/frost-heave-fence-posts-canada): Frost heave is the upward movement of soil caused by water expanding as it freezes in winter — a process that pushes fence posts upward, breaks concrete footings, and causes progressive tilting and leaning in fence posts that are not anchored below the frost line.
- [Franchise Opportunities in the Fence Industry Canada](https://wefixfences.ca/blog/fence-franchise-opportunities-canada): The fence industry in Canada offers franchise opportunities with initial investments typically ranging from $88,000 to $200,000, in a growing home services sector that benefits from strong recurring demand, established brand support, and scalable territory models.
- [How Power Washing Can Increase Your Home's Value](https://wefixfences.ca/blog/power-washing-home-value): Power washing can increase a home's perceived value and curb appeal by up to 10%, making it one of the highest return-on-investment exterior maintenance tasks available to Canadian homeowners, especially before listing a property for sale.
- [What Is a 10-Year Fence Warranty and What Does It Cover?](https://wefixfences.ca/blog/fence-warranty-canada): A 10-year fence warranty typically covers defects in materials and workmanship — such as premature cracking, structural failure, or finish degradation — but does not cover damage from weather events, acts of God, vandalism, or lack of maintenance.
- [How to Prepare Your Fence for a Canadian Winter](https://wefixfences.ca/blog/winterize-fence-canada): To prepare your fence for a Canadian winter, inspect and repair loose boards and posts in the fall, apply a waterproof sealant to wood fences, clear vegetation and debris along the fence line, and remove snow accumulation promptly to prevent structural stress.
- [Cedar vs Pressure-Treated Fence Posts: Pros and Cons](https://wefixfences.ca/blog/cedar-vs-pressure-treated-fence): Pressure-treated lumber is the better choice for fence posts going into the ground due to superior rot resistance in soil contact, while cedar is preferred for above-ground boards and rails for its natural beauty and dimensional stability.
- [How Deep Should Fence Posts Be in Ontario?](https://wefixfences.ca/blog/fence-post-depth-ontario): Fence posts in Ontario should be set a minimum of 3 to 4 feet (0.9 to 1.2 metres) deep to reach below the frost line — with most contractors in southern Ontario using 42 inches (1.07 metres) as a practical standard, and northern or eastern Ontario requiring up to 5 feet.
- [Best Fence Materials for Canadian Climate](https://wefixfences.ca/blog/best-fence-materials-canada): Vinyl and aluminum are the most durable fence materials for Canadian climates, requiring minimal maintenance and resisting freeze-thaw damage, while cedar remains the best performing natural wood option and chain link offers the most affordable all-weather solution.
- [Fence Post Repair vs Full Fence Replacement: Which Makes Sense?](https://wefixfences.ca/blog/fence-repair-vs-replacement): Repairing fence posts makes sense when damage is isolated to fewer than 30% of posts and the fence is under 10 years old; full replacement is more cost-effective when posts are rotted throughout, the fence is over 15 years old, or repair costs exceed one-third of replacement cost.
- [How Often Should You Power Wash Your Driveway in Canada?](https://wefixfences.ca/blog/how-often-power-wash-driveway): Most Canadian driveways should be pressure washed once or twice a year — ideally in spring after winter salt and sand accumulation, and in fall before freezing temperatures set in — with high-traffic driveways benefiting from cleaning every three to six months.
- [Power Washing vs Pressure Washing: What's the Difference?](https://wefixfences.ca/blog/power-washing-vs-pressure-washing): The key difference is temperature: power washing uses heated water which is more effective at removing grease, oil, and mold, while pressure washing uses cold water and is better suited for general residential cleaning on surfaces like decks, fences, and driveways.
- [How Long Does a Wood Fence Last in Canada?](https://wefixfences.ca/blog/wood-fence-lifespan-canada): A wood fence in Canada lasts 15 to 25 years on average, with cedar fences lasting up to 30 years when properly sealed every three to five years, while pressure-treated pine typically lasts 15 to 20 years.
- [What Causes Fence Posts to Lean and How to Fix Them](https://wefixfences.ca/blog/why-fence-posts-lean): Fence posts lean primarily because of frost heave — when frozen ground expands and pushes posts upward or sideways — as well as rot at the base, inadequate post depth, and soil erosion around the footing.
- [How to Tell If Your Fence Post Needs Replacing](https://wefixfences.ca/blog/when-to-replace-fence-post): A fence post needs replacing when it shows soft or crumbling wood at the base, visible rot covering more than 30% of the post, significant leaning that cannot be corrected, or when it no longer holds the fence panels securely.
- [Wood vs Vinyl Fence: Which Lasts Longer in Canadian Winters?](https://wefixfences.ca/blog/wood-vs-vinyl-fence-canada): Vinyl fences last 30 to 40 years with minimal maintenance, significantly outlasting wood fences which typically last 15 to 25 years in Canadian climates — though cedar can reach 30 years with proper sealing.
- [How Much Does Fence Repair Cost in Canada?](https://wefixfences.ca/blog/fence-repair-cost-canada): Fence repair in Canada typically costs between $293 and $798 on average, with minor repairs starting around $150 and major work reaching $1,200 or more depending on material, damage extent, and your region.
- [How Concrete Anchoring Permanently Stabilizes Fence Posts](https://wefixfences.ca/blog/concrete-anchoring-fence-posts): Concrete anchoring stabilizes fence posts by creating a fixed foundation mass that resists lateral forces from wind, frost heave, and soil movement — when poured below the frost line and properly cured, a concrete anchor prevents future leaning for the life of the post.
- [How Shared Fence Repairs Work in Canada: A Guide for Neighbours](https://wefixfences.ca/blog/shared-fence-repair-canada): Shared fence repairs follow the same process as standard repairs, but require both neighbours to be aware of the work being done. Lean On Me handles split invoicing between neighbours, can work from either side of the fence, and does not require both parties to agree before one side can proceed with their portion of the repair.
- [How to Split a Fence Repair Invoice with Your Neighbour in Canada](https://wefixfences.ca/blog/split-fence-repair-invoice-neighbour): Lean On Me supports split invoicing for shared fence repairs — you provide each neighbour's name, email, and address along with the agreed cost split, and each person receives a separate invoice for their portion after the job is complete.
- [What to Do When Your Neighbour Won't Agree to Shared Fence Repair](https://wefixfences.ca/blog/neighbour-wont-agree-fence-repair): If your neighbour won't agree to shared fence repair, you can proceed independently on your portion of the fence without their consent — you are not legally required to have their agreement to maintain your side of the boundary fence. If there is a dispute, Ontario's Line Fences Act provides a formal resolution process.
- [Does Fence Post Repair Require Access Through Your Neighbour's Yard?](https://wefixfences.ca/blog/neighbour-access-fence-repair): In most fence post repairs, access from the neighbour's side of the fence is not required — Lean On Me technicians work with a handheld auger that needs only 1.5 feet of clearance on one side of the post. When neighbour-side access is needed, a simple heads-up in advance is usually all that is required.
- [Is There a Fee If the Fence Repair Technician Can't Fix Your Post?](https://wefixfences.ca/blog/no-fee-if-technician-cant-fix-fence-post): No. If a Lean On Me technician arrives and determines that a fence post is not repairable — due to severe rot, access limitations, or any other reason — there is no charge for the visit. The assessment is entirely at no cost to you.