A long, narrow rear garden, as many terraces and semis here have, is a good candidate for clever fencing. The right screens can make the space feel wider and more varied. We talk through the options with you, then fit them neatly. Send your address and photographs and we will get back to you.
Making a long, narrow garden feel better
A narrow garden can feel like a corridor if the fencing is a plain wall of panel on both sides. In Brierley Hill we often suggest breaking the run up with a trellis top, a change of fence style, or a short screen part way down to hide the far end and make the garden feel like separate spaces.
Slatted horizontal screens work well here because their long lines draw the eye along the garden and look tidy. A screen across the garden, with a gate or gap in it, makes the lower part feel like a hidden area. It suits a veg patch, a shed, or a seat tucked away from the house.
Privacy where neighbours are close
With terraces and semis, neighbours are close and windows often overlook the garden. Increasing privacy usually means a taller closeboard run near the house, where sitting and eating happen, and lower fencing further down. The aim is to block the awkward sightlines without boxing the garden in.
We fix trellis on top of the panel where extra height is wanted, since it adds privacy but lets light and air through, and it gives climbers a frame. All fencing goes on concrete posts with gravel boards. We check the heights with you before fitting, so you are happy with the result.
Safe for children and pets, and neat around the garden
For a family garden in Brierley Hill the fence should have no gaps, a gate with a good latch, and gravel boards tight to the ground. We fit around sheds and planting, keep borders protected, and take the waste away. We also work in Kingswinford, Quarry Bank, Pensnett and Merry Hill.
Questions about fencing in Brierley Hill
Can fencing make a narrow garden look wider?
It can help. Breaking up the boundary with trellis, a different fence style or a short cross screen gives the garden depth and stops it feeling like a tunnel. Lighter, open tops let more light in. We can talk through ideas when we visit.
What height can I have for a garden fence?
As a general rule, fencing up to a certain height at the back and sides is usually fine, but front fencing facing a road is more restricted. Check with the local council if you are unsure. We can advise on common heights but you should confirm what applies.
Do you fit picket fencing at the front?
Yes. Picket fencing gives a traditional, open front boundary and works well with a small gate. We set it on firm posts, and can step it down on a slope. Tell us the height and the style of picket you would like, and we will plan it.
