Garden Fencing in Fernhill Heath: Panels, Posts and Gates
Good fences make family gardens work. They keep children and pets in, give some privacy from the neighbours and frame the lawn. Village plots around Fernhill Heath are often wider than town gardens, which means longer runs of fencing and more posts to get right. A run along the back of a long garden can be a big structure, so choosing the right type matters.
We fit and repair timber and composite fencing and gates for homes in Fernhill Heath, Claines, Crowle, Droitwich Spa and Worcester.
Choosing panels and posts
Timber panels are the usual choice for a family garden, available in overlap, close-board and decorative styles. Composite panels need little treatment and resist rot. Posts are the real backbone, and concrete or timber posts set deep and straight make the difference between a fence that lasts and one that leans.
Gates should match the fence and carry their weight on proper hinges and sturdy posts. Side gates for bin access and back gates for the garden are the usual requests. A gate that sags or drags is usually a post problem, not a hinge problem.
- Overlap, close-board and slatted panels
- Composite options for lower upkeep
- Side and rear garden gates
- Post, panel and gate repairs
Boundaries and rules to check
Fences at the back and sides can generally go up to two metres under permitted development, with one metre next to a highway or footpath. Listed buildings, conservation areas and some estates have different rules, so check with your local council. Boundary ownership depends on your title deeds, and a quick conversation with the neighbours avoids disputes. If you are replacing a shared fence, agreeing the style and height beforehand saves a lot of awkwardness.
If your fence is damaged rather than finished, repairs can be cheaper and quicker than a full replacement. A free site visit lets us decide which approach makes sense. Storm-damaged panels and leaning posts are often repairable if caught early.
Fencing ideas
Illustrative examples of the styles and materials we install. See the full gallery.
Helpful guides
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Fence Height and Boundary Rules in England: What to Check First
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Fencing in Fernhill Heath: common questions
Do I need to tell my neighbours before replacing a fence?
It is good practice, and sensible if the fence sits on a shared boundary. A short conversation tends to head off disagreements about height, style and who maintains which side. Who owns the boundary depends on your title deeds, so check those first.
Can you match a fence style that already exists?
Often we can. If part of a run is staying, we can match the panel type and height so the new section blends in. Where the old panels are weathered, the new ones will look different at first until they age.
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