Ernie works from Stourport-on-Severn and covers B8 as part of east Birmingham. Send us the length of the boundary, what is there now and whether a gate is needed, and we will get back to you to arrange a visit before anything is priced or booked.
Small gardens, tight boundaries
In a compact garden a fence is often only a few metres long, but it is usually close to the house and shared with a neighbour on each side. Getting posts in straight, to the right depth and on the correct line matters, because a few centimetres either way is very noticeable on a short run.
We usually fit closeboard or lap panels between concrete posts, with a gravel board at the bottom so the timber stays clear of wet soil. On terraced plots the gravel board also makes it easy to replace one damaged board later without disturbing the rest.
Access, old fencing and neighbours
Terraced and semi-detached houses often mean access to the back garden is through the house or a narrow shared passage. We carry panels and posts through by hand where we have to, and we tell you beforehand if that affects how the job is done. Clear any items you can from beside the old fence.
Before replacing a shared fence it is sensible to check who owns it. Deeds sometimes show the responsible side. If the fence is shared, speaking to the neighbour first is courteous and avoids problems. We work to whatever line you agree is the boundary.
Removal and gates in Ward End
The old fence comes out as part of the job: rotten panels, snapped posts and loose boards are taken away so your garden is left clear. If you need a gate to a side return or the back path, we fit it into the new run with sturdy posts so it stays square. We also work in Washwood Heath, Alum Rock, Stechford and Saltley.
Questions about fencing in Ward End
Do you replace just one section of fence?
Often we can, if the posts either side are still sound. We look at the condition of the posts and gravel boards on the visit. If the posts are rotten, replacing a longer run usually makes more sense than patching, and we will explain why.
Can you fit a fence in a narrow garden?
Yes. We work in small gardens regularly. Narrow access means more carrying by hand, and we plan around that. We measure carefully so panels fit the run with minimal cutting, and the posts are set so the finished line looks straight.
Will you remove the old fence panels?
Yes, removal and disposal of the old panels, posts and boards is included in what we do. Let us know if anything is attached to the old fence, such as trellis, a shed wall or climbing plants, so we can deal with it properly.
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