Got wind?

Search Hound • June 1, 2026

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New wooden privacy fence with horizontal support rails along a backyard boundary

When the windstorms roll in, in Skagit Valley WA, we know it’s time to buckle down.

If your fence is older—or even if your property sits in a wind tunnel—strong winds can take a toll. Panels can blow over, posts can snap, and what starts as a small issue can quickly turn into a bigger problem. Sometimes it’s a simple repair… other times it’s a full replacement.


That’s why when we install new fencing or handle repairs, we highly recommend upgrading to PostMaster+ posts. They’re built for strength, durability, and holding up against those tough PNW winds.


  • Made of:
    Pre-Galvanized G90
  • A653 SS Grade 50
  • Thickness - 0.100 inch
  • Yield Strength - 50 ksi
  • Tensile Strength - 65 ksi
  • Windload - 73 mph
(ULT, ASCE 7-10, IBC 2012)
  • Concrete Lock


Benefits:

  • Wider flanges provide stronger holding power and reduces splitting of rails
  • Shorter "hat" section allows a flush cover for a clean fence line
  • Multiple hole patterns allows for screws or lag bolts
  • Countersunk holes for flush seating and ease to cover
  • Concrete lock adds system strength and performance

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