With so many terraced and semi-detached homes on dense streets, gardens are often overlooked from several directions. We can talk through screening, safety for children and pets, and how the fence meets your patio or planting. Contact us and we will get back to you.
Privacy where you are overlooked
When windows face onto your garden from all sides, height and design matter. In Handsworth we might suggest a closeboard fence with a trellis top, or a slatted screen near the seating area, so the space feels like yours.
We talk about heights openly, since a fence that is too tall can feel boxed in and may annoy neighbours. A measured compromise usually gives you privacy and still leaves the garden bright.
A safe garden for children and pets
Small gardens can be turned into secure ones without much work. We check for gaps beneath panels, fit gravel boards, and hang gates so they swing shut and latch properly, which matters when a child or dog is running out.
If part of your existing fence is sound, we can replace only the weak panels rather than the whole run. We will say honestly whether that makes sense or whether a fresh run will serve you better.
Fitting round patios, sheds and planting
Even a compact Handsworth yard may hold a shed, a bit of decking and a few pots or borders. We mark post positions to avoid them, work carefully near plants, and leave the ground tidy. We also work in Perry Barr, Smethwick, West Bromwich and Hockley.
Questions about fencing in Handsworth
What fencing works for a small patio garden?
Slatted or horizontal screens look smart and take up little room, while closeboard with trellis gives privacy and something for climbers. We can talk through the options once we know the size of the space.
Can you fit a gate in a garden fence?
Yes. We set a gate between two firm posts so it hangs square and latches securely. Let us know the width and the direction it should open, and we will build it into the run.
Will the neighbours need to agree?
It is polite to talk to them, and essential if the fence is shared. Check your deeds for who owns the boundary. We can discuss the line and height with you so there are no surprises.
