GardenFencing&GatesinBournemouth&Poole
Posts set to depth and concreted in, not knocked in and hoped for. That is what keeps a fence line straight through winter.
- Posts set below ground to the right depth and concreted in
- Gates hung level and adjusted so they close properly
- Two-year workmanship warranty on every fence and gate
- 2 yearsWarranty on work
- Owner-ledOne team throughout
- In-houseBy our own team
- CSCS · SSSTS · NVQ 2Qualified team
What Garden Fencing and Gates Actually Involves
Garden fencing marks a boundary, keeps pets and children in, and gives a garden some privacy. Gates take the heaviest use of the whole fence line, so how they are hung matters as much as how they look. What decides whether either one lasts is underground: posts set to the right depth and concreted in properly carry the weight of a full panel in a gale. Fencing and gates suit most gardens, from a straightforward boundary run to a side gate that needs to lock.
How a New Fence or Gate Goes In
The same process whether it is one garden gate or a full boundary run.
- 01
1. We Visit and Measure
We walk the boundary, check access for materials, and talk through what the fence or gate needs to do.
022. Fixed-Price Quote
A written quote for the full job, agreed before any post goes in the ground.
- 03
3. Built and Hung Properly
Posts set to depth and concreted in, panels fitted, gates hung and adjusted so they close properly.
Fencing Compared with Other Boundary Options
How fencing stacks up against the other ways to mark or hold a garden boundary.
| Fencing & Gates | Retaining & Sleeper Walls | Planting & Borders | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Typical lifespan | 15 to 20 years for timber, longer for the posts if they are maintained | Decades, built once | Grows in over a few seasons, needs upkeep |
| Maintenance | Occasional staining or a panel replaced | Very low once built | Ongoing: pruning and replanting |
| Privacy | Full privacy, straight away | Depends on the height | Builds up gradually as planting matures |
| Access point | A gate goes wherever you need one | Needs a step or opening built in | No built-in access point |
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What's Included as Standard
The detail that decides whether a fence stays up.
Posts set to depth
Concreted in below ground, not just driven in, so the fence line carries a gale.
Old fencing removed
The old fence or gate comes out and away as muck, not left in a pile on the lawn.
Gates hung and adjusted
Checked on the day so they close properly, not just left on the hinge.
Site left tidy
Offcuts, post spoil and packaging cleared before we leave.
Pricing
Fencing and Gates: Priced After a Visit
Priced by the run and the ground
Fencing is priced by the length of the run, the height, and what the posts are going into. Sandy ground, clay and an old concrete strip are three different jobs. Add a gate and the posts either side of it get upgraded to carry it. We walk the run, then quote it in writing.
- What moves it: run length, panel height, ground condition and gate hardware
- Taking the old fence away is priced in, not added later
- Written and itemised before a post hole is dug
How the Job Runs
From the first visit to the last walk-round.
Site Visit and Measure
We look at the boundary, check access, and talk through fencing or gate options for the space.
Fixed-Price Quote
An itemised quote agreed before any work is booked in.
Posts Set and Fence Built
Old fencing cleared, posts dug and concreted to depth, panels fitted and gates hung.
Walk-Round and Aftercare
We check everything together at the end, and come back if anything needs attention once it has settled.
Fencing and Gates We Have Installed
A spread of recent fencing and gate work across Bournemouth and Poole.
Reviews From Fencing and Gate Customers
Feedback from Bournemouth and Poole customers about their new fencing or gate.
James E
Really happy with the new patio. Everything was done to a high standard and also quoted for a new gate which was done at the same time. Would recommend and use again.
jeff sullivan
After being let down at the last minute by another landscaper, Jacc was recommended to me. I messaged and received a prompt reply. Jacc visited to give a quote and start date. He arrived when expected to start on a new patio, whilst he was working, I asked for a quote for new concrete fence posts and panels, again I was happy with the quote and it could be done at the same time, result... Its now all completed, I'm impressed with the new patio and fence, jacc was professional and takes pride in his work, his easy to get on with and very approachable. Highly recommended, and thanks again Jacc 👍
Alex Ratcliff
Jacc and his colleagues worked really hard and efficiently to fence the whole of the back garden. It looks lovely from both my and my neighbours sides. They also repointed a wall, fixed a small area of driveway paving and finished a paving stone pathway around the raised beds. I highly recommend them and would have them back for other landscaping work in the future.
Fencing and Gate Projects
A few of the jobs behind the photos.
Fencing and Gates: The Practical Worries
Answered before you have to ask.
Will it get messy digging out the old fence?
Digging out old posts is dusty work for a day or two. We clear spoil and offcuts as we go and leave the site swept down each evening.
Whose fence is it, and could this start a dispute with next door?
Boundary ownership is not always obvious from looking at it. We talk it through with you before anything comes down, rather than assume it.
What if a post moves or a panel comes loose later?
Everything we fit is covered for two years. If it settles or shifts, we come back and put it right.
Common Fencing Problems, and What Causes Them
What you can see, and what is actually going on underneath.
A fence leaning, or one panel sagging
What it actually isThe post was not set deep enough, or was not concreted in properly, so the base moves in the wind.
What it needsDig out, reset to the right depth and concrete it in properly.
A gate that has dropped and drags on the ground
What it actually isThe post has moved, or the hinges have worn and are no longer carrying the weight evenly.
What it needsReset the post, or replace the hinges and rehang the gate level.
Whole panels down after a windy night
What it actually isPosts set too shallow, or spaced too far apart for how exposed the garden is.
What it needsRebuild on properly spaced posts, set to the right depth for the site.
Fencing, Boundaries and Planning: What to Know
A garden fence usually sits on or near a boundary line, and the deeds do not always match what has actually been there for years. Before anything comes down, we would rather confirm the line, and talk to the neighbour where it affects a shared fence, than assume it and cause a problem later.
Most garden fences do not need planning permission. As a general rule, a fence up to two metres is normally fine, dropping to one metre where it fronts a road used by vehicles, though conservation areas and some newer developments carry their own conditions. Check with the local planning department before starting anything unusual.
What happens underground decides how long a fence stands. Posts set to depth and concreted in properly carry the weight of a full panel in a gale. A post knocked in and packed with hardcore looks the same on the day it goes up, and rarely survives its first bad winter.
Fencing and Gates: Common Questions
Answered plainly, before you have to ask.
How much does new fencing cost?
It depends on the length of run, how many gates, ground conditions and access, so every job is priced after a visit rather than guessed at over the phone. Get in touch for a fixed-price quote.
Do I need planning permission for a garden fence?
Most garden fences do not need permission. Height limits usually apply instead: generally two metres, or one metre next to a road used by vehicles. We can talk through your specific spot before work starts.
Whose fence is it, mine or next door's?
That is not always obvious from looking at it. We confirm the boundary and, where it affects a shared fence, talk to the neighbour before anything comes down.
How long does a new fence take to put up?
It depends on the length of the run and the ground, so we confirm a timescale at the visit rather than quote one blind.
What happens if a post moves or a panel comes loose?
Everything we fit is covered for two years. If it settles or shifts, we come back and put it right.
Are you on Checkatrade and Google?
Yes. We are an approved Checkatrade member and hold Google Guaranteed status. Behind that are over 15 years in groundworks and landscaping and the trade cards to go with it: CSCS, Street Works, SSSTS and NVQ Level 2.
Other Ways We Finish a Garden
If fencing is not quite what you are after.
Fencing and Gates Across Bournemouth and Poole
Where we fit fencing and gates.
Poole
Fencing and gates fitted across Poole, from tight town gardens to larger family plots.
Poole coverageChristchurch
Boundary fencing and gates for gardens across Christchurch.
Christchurch coverageFerndown
Around six miles from Bournemouth, Ferndown is inside our regular working area for fencing and gates.
Ferndown coverageRingwood
About eleven miles out, Ringwood is comfortably within reach for a fence or gate job.
Ringwood coverageGet a free quote
Tell us what you need and we'll come back with a price. No pressure, no hard sell.
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Fencing and gates from the last few months
Posts set in concrete, and lines kept straight across a slope. These go up on our Instagram as each run goes in.
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