Keeping metal and wooden gates in good repair is an important part of homesteading. A sagging or broken gate can be a chore to open and shut. It might also tempt an animal to jump, lean over, or crawl through, potentially injuring itself in the process, or to escape onto a road or a neighbor’s land. Here are a few tips for making your life with gates easier.
Sagging Gates
To keep your gates from sagging or otherwise not swinging freely, set your gateposts deep in the ground and make sure they’re sturdy. Sometimes, however, the posts will “give” a bit over time, unless they’re set in concrete. Some ground is unstable and won’t hold
