Tipton, in Sandwell, has Black Country streets with a mix of older and newer homes. That means boundaries of every age and condition, so we look at each run on its own merits and get back to you with a plain plan for the job.
Older and newer boundaries in Tipton
With a mix of older and newer homes, you will find fences of very different ages. An older run may have rotted posts, patched panels and gaps where earlier repairs were made. A newer one may simply have been put up with timber posts that have gone at the base after a few wet winters.
We start by working out what is actually holding the fence up. If the posts are sound, we can sometimes renew the panels alone. If they are not, we take out the lot and start again with concrete posts, which will not rot at ground level. We tell you which we think is right.
Storm damage and fixing a fence that has come down
After a bad storm, a fence often fails at the posts, and the panels come down in one piece. If a section is down, it is worth securing the area, then checking with your neighbour before anything is moved. We can replace the damaged section or the run, depending on the condition of what remains.
Panels are fixed between concrete posts, with a gravel board along the bottom to keep the boards off the damp ground. On sloping plots, common across the Black Country, we step the panels down the slope. The old fence is cleared and taken away when the new one is up.
Gates and boundary checks in DY4
If you need a side gate or a rear access gate, we fit it into the run so the posts, hinges and latch all line up. Check who owns the boundary before you order work, and speak to your neighbour. We also work in Dudley, Wednesbury, Great Bridge and Coseley, close to Tipton.
Questions about fencing in Tipton
Can you repair a few panels in Tipton, or must the whole fence go?
Sometimes a few panels can be renewed if the posts are still firm. If the posts have rotted, new panels will not last. We look at the posts first and tell you honestly whether repair or full replacement makes more sense.
Do you use concrete posts?
Yes. Concrete posts do not rot at ground level, which is where timber posts usually fail. They are fitted with a gravel board along the base, so the fence boards stay clear of wet soil.
What if the fence blew down in a storm?
Make the area safe and talk to your neighbour about who owns the boundary. Then get in touch with us. We will get back to you, look at what is left and plan the replacement of the damaged section or the whole run.
