Birmingham covers a huge area, and the houses vary from narrow Victorian terrace yards to wide estate gardens. That changes how a job is measured and fitted, so we look at the ground, the access and the boundary before agreeing a plan with you. Ernie runs the work from Stourport-on-Severn.
Replacing worn and storm-damaged fence runs
Most boundary jobs begin with a fence that has failed. Timber posts rot where they meet the soil, panels split, and one strong gust can lay a whole run flat. We pull out the damaged section, remove the old posts and concrete, and check the line before anything new goes in. Where some panels are still sound, we will tell you honestly whether a repair makes sense.
New runs in Birmingham are normally built with concrete posts, which do not rot underground the way timber does. Closeboard, also called feather-edge, is a solid choice where you want a private, sturdy boundary. Lap panels are a simpler option and go up quickly between the posts. Gravel boards along the bottom keep the timber off damp ground and make later repairs easier.
Ground levels, access and city plots
City gardens often slope, and a fence has to follow the ground without leaving gaps underneath. We step panels down a slope in neat stages, or cut the gravel boards to follow the fall, so the top line looks deliberate. Narrow side passages and terrace alleyways also matter, because every post, panel and bag of concrete has to be carried in by hand from the road.
Before we start we ask about access, where the old fence can be stacked, and whether pets or children use the garden. Birmingham homes frequently share a boundary on both sides, so we clear the working space on your side and keep disturbance to neighbours as small as we can. The old timber is taken away so it does not linger on your drive.
Boundaries, neighbours and gates in B postcodes
Across Birmingham and the wider B postcodes, the usual question before any new fence is who owns the boundary. Deeds, earlier fence arrangements and a quick chat with the neighbour usually settle it, and we suggest you check before work begins. We can also fit a gate into the run for bins, side access or a rear path. We also work in Solihull, Smethwick, Sutton Coldfield and Halesowen.
Questions about fencing in Birmingham
Do you take the old fence away in Birmingham?
Yes. When we replace a run, we take out the old panels, posts and any broken concrete and remove them from site, so you are not left with a pile of timber. If you would like to keep some of it, for example for kindling or a compost bay, just tell us beforehand.
Can you fit a gate into a new fence run?
Yes. A gate can be built into the run for side access, bins or a back path. We set a strong gate post in concrete, hang the gate so it swings clear of the ground and closes properly, and fit a latch. Tell us the opening width you need and which way it should open.
Who owns the fence between my property and next door?
It varies from house to house. The deeds or the plan from your purchase sometimes show it, and the history of the existing fence can give a clue. We cannot decide ownership for you, so we suggest checking the paperwork and talking to your neighbour before we start work.
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