The main cost factors
The number of panels, the style you choose and the condition of the posts decide most of the price. A single panel on sound posts is a quick job. A run of ten where several posts have rotted is a different job altogether.
Panel styles
Lap panels are the lighter, more economical choice. Closeboard panels, made from vertical boards, are heavier and stronger and cost more. Panel size matters too: your existing posts are spaced for a certain width, so replacements need to fit the gaps that are already there.
Can the old posts be reused?
If the existing posts are firm and straight, new panels can go straight in between them. If they are loose or soft at ground level, new panels will not last on them. In that case replacing the posts at the same time saves a second visit and gives a result that holds.
Labour and extras
Labour covers removing the old panels, fitting the new ones and tidying up. Extras might include new gravel boards, trimming for a slope or a repair to a gate. Ask for these to be itemised so you can see what you are paying for.
Quick tips
- Count the panels and measure the height before you ring.
- Check whether the posts feel solid by pushing gently on each one.
- Ask whether gravel boards are included.
- Send a photo of the whole run so we can see the posts as well as the panels.
If you are in Bewdley or nearby, call 07585 303903 or send a photo and your postcode on WhatsApp. We are based in Stourport-on-Severn and cover DY12. Free quotes, no pressure.
Frequently asked questions
Do replacement panels need to match the old ones?
Not always, but if only part of a fence is being replaced it looks best when the style and height match. We can advise on what will blend in.
Should I replace panels or the whole fence?
If the posts and the remaining panels are sound, replacing panels is usually the economical route. If most of the fence is tired, a full replacement may be better value.
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