Estate plots often share long boundaries with several neighbours, so a fence job in Redditch needs a little planning. We look at the line, the access and who owns each run, then give you a clear plan before any old fence comes out. Ernie leads the work from Stourport-on-Severn.
Replacing ageing estate fences
Fences that have stood for many years show the same signs: posts that rock in the ground, panels that sag, and boards that crumble when you press them. Patching one panel at a time soon becomes a loop of small repairs. When most of a run is tired, replacing the whole run with concrete posts is the sounder choice.
We remove the old panels and posts, break out the old foundations, and set new concrete posts at even spacing. Gravel boards go along the bottom to keep damp off the timber. Closeboard gives a solid, private finish, while lap panels go up faster. We explain the difference and let you decide which suits the run.
Long shared boundaries and neighbours
A back garden in Redditch may share its boundary with two or three other properties, and each has its own idea of what the fence should be. Before we start, check who owns each section. Where the fence is yours, we can replace it to match your preferred height. Where it is shared, a quick word with the neighbour saves trouble later.
We keep the working area on your side where possible, and warn you if we need to reach over to fix a post. Panels are carried in through side passages or over the house, so we ask where access is easiest. We leave a clean line and take the old timber with us when the job is done.
Gates, levels and local reach
Some Redditch plots slope gently, so we step the panels down the fall and trim the gravel boards to follow it. A gate can be added to the run for a side path, bins or garden access, hung on a strong post. We work across B97 and B98, and we also work in Bromsgrove, Alcester, Studley and Astwood Bank.
Questions about fencing in Redditch
How long does an old fence last before it needs replacing?
It depends on the timber, the ground and the weather, so there is no fixed answer. Rot at the base, loose posts and panels that no longer hold in the wind are all signs. If most of a run shows these, replacing it is usually the sensible choice.
Do you remove the old posts and concrete?
Yes. We lift or break out the old posts, remove any concrete bases that are in the way and take the waste off site. New posts are set in fresh concrete at the right spacing, so the finished fence stands straight and does not lean over time.
Can you match the height of my neighbour's fence?
Usually, yes. We can measure the existing fence and build to a similar height so the line looks consistent, or agree a different height with you. Height limits can apply in some places, so check any local rules before deciding on a tall fence.
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